The Chicago Tribune reports that PepsiCo Inc. is returning to using only oranges from Florida in its Tropicana Pure Premium orange juices, a decision made several months ago, before low levels of fungicide were found in oranges from Brazil, the company confirmed on Monday. Tropicana Pure Premium had used 100 percent Florida oranges until 2007, […]
Category: Grocery Industry
Posted in, National, Perishables
YoCrunch Yogurt Introduces New Pie Parfait Line
YoCrunch, the original yogurt packaged with mix-in toppings, is launching a new Pie Parfait line that includes “crumbly, crunchy pie crust toppings to mix in for a delicious, homemade taste,” according to the company. New Apple, Cherry and Triple Berry Pie Parfaits are convenient, portable and better-for-you dessert alternatives or tasty snack options for adults […]
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AWMA Expo Sells Out, Space Being Added
The American Wholesale Marketers Association’s (AWMA) 2012 Expo is sold out, but space is being added to accommodate additional manufacturers at the group’s annual convention event—to be held Feb. 15-17, at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, Nev. “We are intent on making sure that each year the AWMA show introduces new features and activities. […]
Posted in, Northeast, Organic Natural, Perishables
Stonyfield’s Hirshberg Selects Walt Freese as Successor
Business leader Walt Freese will join Londonderry, N.H.-based Stonyfield as president and CEO. Co-founder Gary Hirshberg will continue as Stonyfield chairman and shareholder, while advocating for change in national food and agriculture policies, including the labeling of genetically engineered foods. Hirshberg hand-selected Freese, former CEO of Ben & Jerry’s Homemade Inc., who will take the […]
Posted in, Midwest, Perishables, Suppliers
Best Chicago Meat Co. Buys Moo & Oink Brand
Best Chicago Meat Co. purchased Moo & Oink’s intellectual property at public auction for $530,000 in December. The four Moo & Oink stores—three in Chicago and one in Hazel Crest—filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in late September. Because there were no bidders on the real estate, the stores will remain closed. Purchased by Best Chicago […]
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PMA Makes $900K Contribution to Center for Produce Safety
Food safety in the produce industry continues to be top of mind for consumers and industry leaders in 2012. Recognizing that ensuring consumer confidence in produce is crucial to building greater consumption, the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) has pledged a donation of $900,000 to the Center for Produce Safety (CPS) over the next two years. […]
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Dr Pepper Celebrates Heritage with ‘One-of-a-Kind’ Campaign
For more than 125 years, Dr Pepper has celebrated being “one of a kind.” Today, the brand gives a nod to its heritage and celebrates the spirit of originality with the debut of its “Always One of a Kind” advertising campaign. The new commercial is a cheerful celebration of people who are confidently and proudly […]
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Pacific Natural Foods Redesigns Packaging
Tualatin, Ore.-based Pacific Natural Foods, a leader in the organic and natural food industry, is rolling out new packaging on its soup, broth and non-dairy beverage lines this year. The updated look will have greater impact on shelf, making the products easier to find and purchase, according to the company. The redesign includes a modernized […]