West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee Inc. again will partner with Kellogg’s and Keurig Dr Pepper for the second year of its End Summer Hunger campaign. This year, Chobani also has joined the campaign that helps to provide meals to children and families in need through the Feeding America network of food banks. During July, for every qualifying […]
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Conagra Brands Launches Extensive Line-Up Of New Product Innovation
Chicago, Illinois-based Conagra Brands Inc., a branded food company, is kicking off summer with additions to its portfolio. Conagra offers a collection of brands within single-serve frozen meals and new dishes from Healthy Choice, Banquet, Marie Callender’s and Hungry Man. Healthy Choice Zero: These keto-friendly meals have less than 10g net carbs and no added sugar. Smart carb […]
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Frozen Food Express Builds New Facility In Butler, Missouri
Frozen Food Express Transportation Services, a nationwide temperature-controlled transportation and warehousing provider, is expanding its business with a new transportation facility in Butler, Missouri. The company is investing nearly $6 million and creating nearly 100 new jobs in the region. “Missouri’s central location and business-friendly environment is a leading destination for transportation and logistics companies like this one, and […]
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Just Crack An Egg Introduces Protein-Filled Omelet Rounds
Just Crack an Egg is introducing Omelet Rounds, a protein-packed, baked breakfast that can be ready in under a minute. “We love eggs at Just Crack an Egg – is there a more perfect food? Omelets are wonderfully delicious but also tricky to make,” said Maureen O’Neill, brand manager for Just Crack an Egg. “With Omelet […]
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Garrett Popcorn Shops Offers CaramelCrisp-Inspired Recipes
Chicago-based Garrett Popcorn Shops now offers four recipes, perfect for summer picnics, that are inspired by their world-renowned CaramelCrisp, which Garrett has perfected for over 70 years in Chicago: S’mores (6-oz. bag) – With real graham crackers and a chocolatey coating; Simply Strawberry (5.5-oz. bag) – With real strawberries and white CaramelCrisp; Simply Cocoa (5.5-oz. bag) […]
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Hy-Vee Holds Guinness World Record For Largest Serving Of Pancakes
On June 24 in Blue Springs, Missouri, Hy-Vee broke a Guinness World Records title for the largest serving of pancakes. The event marks the launch of the company’s new “Best Breakfast in America” menu. All 13,000 pancakes were donated to Harvesters – The Community Food Network, which is the regional food bank in the greater Kansas City area, and are […]
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KeHE Distributors Concludes Successful Holiday Trade Show
Naperville, Illinois-based KeHE Distributors has concluded its 2021 Holiday Trade Show that brought together more than 570 exhibiting suppliers and thousands of buyers using its proprietary virtual platform, KeHE CONNECT. The virtual Holiday Show took place from June 10-18 and showcased innovation and trends for the 2021 holiday season while offering fan-favorite items for purchase. Suppliers and retailers used the platform to communicate with one another, explore promotional […]
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Aldi Offers July 4th BBQ Essentials For 30 Percent Less Than Average
Aldi is doubling down on its commitment to offer low prices on the food and household items that shoppers want for their summer get-togethers. This summer, Aldi is reducing prices on seasonal favorites including fruits like grapes and cherries; meats for the grill including brats and boneless skinless chicken breasts; and other cookout favorites like […]