Ewing, New Jersey-based Vitafusion is introducing six new gummy vitamin products: Irresistible Skin, Organic Prenatal Multi, Triple Immune Power, Apple Cider Vinegar, Kids Melatonin and Teen Essential Multi. “The Vitafusion brand provides consumers with a fun and delicious alternative to traditional vitamin pills and tablets. We are constantly addressing unmet nutritional needs in the gummy […]
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Nielsen Reports Covid-19 Impacted Health/Safety, Food/Bev Categories
The latest Nielsen total U.S. dollar sales data is available for several categories, reflecting the one- and four-week periods ending March 14, 2020, vs. those same timeframes one year prior, in 2019, according to Nielsen Communications Manager Greg Doonan. He also has compared the data to the one-week ending March 7, 2020. Some high-level key […]
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SOUTHEAST: Market Profile: More Bravo Stores Planned For Florida’s Southern Half
by John McCurry/contributing writer Bravo Supermarkets has been growing fast in Florida ever since it expanded there about 16 years ago. The chain now has more than 50 multicultural stores in Florida and is looking to add more. Bravo is part of a “virtual” chain operated by New York-based Krasdale Foods and its marketing arm, […]
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Soto: My Multicultural Marketing Isn’t Working—Why?
by Terry Soto/CEO, About Marketing Solutions Inc. I hear growing concerns from retailers who say they just aren’t seeing the results from their multicultural marketing efforts. It seems retailers are baffled by failed attempts to attract, satisfy and retain diverse customers in their trade areas. However, upon closer examination, the common denominator among many retailers […]
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Utz Quality Foods Adds Several New Snacks To Product Lineup
Hanover, Pennsylvania-based Utz Quality Foods LLC has added new products to its lineup, which became available through retailers on Feb. 3. From Zapp’s New Orleans style “Evil Eye” Kettle Potato Chips to Good Health Creamy Onion & Chive Veggie Chips to Utz Ridge Cut Potato Chips, the line-up is comprised of both indulgent and better-for- you […]
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Weis Markets Gives Placement To Verus’ MLB-Branded Candy Products
Sunbury, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets has placed an order with Verus International Inc. for its Major League Baseball-branded candy products from its Big League Foods (BLF) subsidiary. Weis operates 198 stores in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, West Virginia and Virginia. In addition to being the first supermarket customer, Weis also is the first […]
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7-Eleven Adds Skýra Water From Iceland To Private Brand Lineup
Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven Inc. has added a new premium water imported from Iceland to its private brand. Created exclusively for 7-Eleven, Skýra Icelandic spring water is naturally alkaline with electrolytes, a high pH (8.8) and naturally low mineral content. Skýra water is sourced from an Icelandic spring in a government-protected nature preserve. Filtered through inert […]
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Urban Pie Pizza Co. Launches Artisan Hemp Seed Crust Pizzas
Urban Pie Pizza Co. is introducing artisan thin crust pizzas made with hemp seeds to the frozen pizza aisle and adding a new flavor to its artisan thin crust line. Urban Pie Pizza is one of the fastest growing brands in the natural channel, and these hemp-infused crusts are a first in the frozen aisle, […]
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Acosta Forms National Partnership With Voortman Cookies Ltd.
Jacksonville, Florida-based Acosta has been named U.S. sales and marketing agency of record for Voortman Cookies Ltd., a subsidiary of Hostess Brands Inc. Effective immediately, Acosta, a sales and marketing agency in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, will represent Voortman, the top player in crème wafers and sugar-free cookies, according to Nielsen. The Canada-based company manufactures […]
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Del Sol Foods Appoints McKeown, Van Dorf To Leadership Team
U.S.-based condiments brand Briannas, owned by Del Sol Foods in Brenham, Texas, has named Jay McKeown as director of finance and technology and Jenny Van Dorf as director of brand marketing. McKeown brings more than 25 years of financial experience to Del Sol. After beginning his career in commercial banking with NationsBank N.A., McKeown has […]
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Diestel Family Ranch Introduces Sous-Vide Turkey Meatloaf
Diestel is introducing its Sous-Vide Turkey Meatloaf as an easy-to-prep dinner solution for families. Available in traditional and Florentine flavors, the fully-cooked turkey meatloaf is made from butcher-quality, whole-muscle cuts to deliver authentic turkey flavor and premium texture. The sous-vide cooking method ensures a moist and tasty loaf every time, all while making it simple […]
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Plant-Based Meats Aren’t As Shiny As They Seem
by Danette Amstein, principal, Midan Marketing Not a day goes by that I don’t find the words “plant-based” or “meat alternatives” popping up on my social channels or news feeds. And really, it isn’t surprising. In fact, we measured conversation around plant-based alternatives from 2018-2020 and we’ve seen a 40 percent increase in the last […]
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Tyson Fresh Meats Brings Top Products, Innovative Solutions To AMC
Tyson Fresh Meats Inc., the South Dakota-based beef and pork subsidiary of Tyson Foods Inc., showcased top products from its extensive portfolio of brands at the recent 2020 Annual Meat Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. The company is known industrywide as a purveyor of quality beef and pork offerings. “At Tyson Fresh Meats, we take pride in […]
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Else Nutrition Offers Clean-Ingredient, Plant-Based Toddler Formulas
Else Nutrition, a developer and marketer of clean-ingredients, plant-based nutrition products, is launching its first commercial product this spring in the U.S.—a next-generation, 100 percent plant-based, organic toddler formula made with a proprietary formulation of almonds, buckwheat and tapioca. The globally-patented formula contains zero dairy or soy and is free of gluten, hormones, antibiotics, palm […]
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Kind Snacks Founder Partners With Ellenos Yogurt To Accelerate Growth
Ellenos, the Greek yogurt brand born in Seattle’s Pike Place Market, has received new investment from Daniel Lubetzky, founder and executive chairman of Kind Snacks. The strategic partnership not only will further propel Ellenos’ market expansion but also will leverage Lubetzky as a mentor to Ellenos’ founders and leadership team. Founded in 2013, Ellenos was […]
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Fareway Stores Inc. Enters Sixth State With Addition Of KC Meat Market
Boone, Iowa-based Fareway Stores Inc. recently entered its sixth state with the opening of a Fareway Meat Market and McGonigle’s Kitchen + Catering BBQ in Kansas City, Missouri. In February, Fareway announced it had purchased the assets of McGonigle’s, located at 79th and Ward Parkway. The re-opening of the market location March 2 marks the […]
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Refugee-Focused Afia Debuts Two New Flavors for Frozen Falafel Line
Afia, a family-owned, woman-run company specializing in Mediterranean cuisine, is introducing two new frozen falafel flavors, expanding its award-winning line. Afia’s products are vegan, gluten-free, plant-based and use non-GMO ingredients. Unlike past attempts at frozen falafel that required frying, Afia has developed a line that can be easily heated in ovens and microwaves, yet still […]
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DiNoci Dairy-Free, Plant-Based Frozen Dessert Launches 4 New Flavors
DiNoci Natural Foods, makers of artisan plant-based frozen desserts, has introduced four new flavors. DiNoci’s almond milk-based desserts use clean premium ingredients and are always free from gums and additives. New flavors are: Cherry Crisp—whole tart cherries and gluten-free toasted oats folded into creamy vanilla; Cookies & Crema—a gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookie crumbled into creamy […]
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Solely Launches 5-Minute Spaghetti Squash Pasta
Solely Inc.—the company behind USDA-certified organic, cold-pressed fruit jerky and dried fruit—is entering a new category with its new spaghetti squash pasta. The shelf-stable boxed pasta, which is sliced, roasted and scooped by hand, cooks in five minutes. It alleviates the lengthy cooking process that often deters seekers of healthy alternatives from vegetable pastas. “These […]
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Chosen Foods Celebrates Roots With New Brand Identity
Chosen Foods, a producer of 100 percent pure avocado oil and creator of avocado-inspired kitchen condiments, has created a new brand identity. In collaboration with Gestalt Brand Lab and Red Door Interactive, the three San Diego-based organizations spent more than two years zoning in on the new brand direction. With new packaging and a fresh brand ethos, […]