Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos. Inc. says that funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. have led the purchase of $1.75 billion of convertible preferred stock of Albertsons Cos. Following a repurchase of a portion of the common stock owned by the company’s current shareholders, on an as-converted basis the preferred stock will represent […]
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Crispy Green Hires Youngman As New Chief Sales Officer
Fairfield, New Jersey-based Crispy Green Inc. has hired Ryan Youngman as chief sales officer to provide strategy and leadership on growing its sales and distribution network for 2020 and beyond. Youngman brings a unique set of experience and capabilities in leading natural emerging brands as they go through rapid growth. Having held leadership roles in […]
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Nielsen Looks At CPG Dollar Sales Data For Week Ending May 9
The information below, reported by Nielsen, reflects total U.S. in-store measurement, except the total CPG online sales, online department and category break-outs. Unless otherwise noted (where price changes are included), every percentage reflects year-over-year shifts in dollar sales. More details at Nielsen.com microsite: “How Americans Are Shopping During COVID-19” Some key takeaways: At an overall […]
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Michigan Asparagus Season Is Officially Underway
Cooler temperatures in late April and early May—and even a late season snowfall—delayed the harvest of Michigan’s asparagus crop by about a week but did not harm it. The cool spring weather provided growers with some extra time to prepare fields and complete beginning of season tasks like mowing and fertilizer application. Now, Michigan asparagus season […]
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Shine United Gives Moon Cheese A Brand Refresh
Moon Cheese recently underwent a brand refresh so the look on the outside matches the crunchy cheese bites on the inside. Madison, Wisconsin-based Shine United was tasked with performing this integrated rebrand that included an overhaul of the look and feel which was translated into new packaging, a new website, content to fuel social media […]
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Dale’s Seasoning Introduces New Gold Label Steak Sauce
Birmingham, Alabama-based Dale’s Seasoning, best known for its marinades, has introduced its new Gold Label Steak Sauce. Dale’s produces two nationally popular marinades, Dale’s Original and Dale’s Reduced Sodium Blend, also referred to as Green Label. After extensive research and to embrace the desires of its customers, it was concluded that a table condiment would […]
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Weglarz Named CEO Of MIRA, Arabo To Lead Benchmark Beverage Co.
Auday Arabo is leaving his post with the Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA) to become president and CEO of Benchmark Beverage Co. He has served as president and CEO of MIRA for the past 10 years. Ed Weglarz, director of petroleum for MIRA, has been named its new president and CEO. Arabo left San Diego, […]
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Halo Top Releases New Line Of Bigger Pops In 3 Flavors
Le Mars, Iowa-based Halo Top is offering its new, bigger Halo Top Pops, now in grocery freezer aisles nationwide. Halo Top Pops are available in three flavors, including Mint Chip and Sea Salt Caramel, and a new flavor exclusive to the Pops lineup: Brownie Batter. Halo Top Pops (SRP: $5.99/five 3.5 fl. oz. pops per box) […]