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Mars Petcare Expands Footprint In Arkansas With $145 Million Investment

In response to growing demand, Mars Petcare will invest $145 million to expand its manufacturing facility located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Pet parents have spent more quality time than ever with their dogs and cats during the pandemic – including more than 11 million households in the U.S. that welcomed a new pet this past year. The increased time spent together […]

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Food Industry Appreciates President-Elect’s Focus On COVID-19 Vaccines

FMI – The Food Industry Association says it appreciates President-elect Joe Biden’s focus on boosting the rate of COVID-19 vaccination distribution in the Coronavirus Relief Package. Leslie G. Sarasin, president and CEO of FMI, offered comment in response to the recent announcement by the Biden-Harris team:  “We applaud President-Elect Biden’s proposal in his Coronavirus Relief Package to get more shots in the […]

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KeHE To Host Annual Holiday Show Via Digital Platform

Due to COVID-19 safety concerns, KeHE’s annual Holiday Show, previously scheduled for June 17-18 in Chicago, now will take place virtually on the distributor’s own digital ordering platform June 10-18.  “Our organization looks forward to June annually, when we welcome our KeHE community to Chicago,” said Brandon Barnholt, KeHE’s president and CEO. “We would love […]

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Stater Bros. Charities Campaign Raises Over $435,000 To Fill Food Banks

Stater Bros. Charities, along with their customers and family of employees, raised more than $435,000 to address food insecurity in the communities they serve. Funds will provide up to 3.9 million meals to individuals and families in need throughout Southern California. During the months of November and December, customers and employees contributed in-store by donating loose […]

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Hidden Valley Ranch With New Plant Powered Ranch Now Available

The makers of Hidden Valley The Original Ranch has introduced Hidden Valley Plant Powered Ranch. Now, ranch lovers looking to reduce their dairy intake can enjoy the same ranch they know with a new, dairy-free alternative.  “We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy Hidden Valley Ranch, regardless of their dietary restrictions,” said Nadine […]