Pan-O-Gold Baking Co., a family-owned commercial bakery with state-of-the-art facilities in Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin, introduced new Village Hearth Half Loaves in January. “Our customers have been asking for a smaller loaf, and we listened. Our new half loaves are the perfect size for smaller households.” said Bob Gartland, SVP. “The slices are the […]
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Kroger To Pay All Associates Who Take COVID-19 Vaccine
The Kroger Co., headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, will provide a one-time payment of $100 to all associates who receive the full manufacturer-recommended doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. In addition to the new vaccine payment, the company also announced an additional $50 million investment to thank and reward associates across its 35-state footprint, including a $100 store […]
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Prairie Farms Closes Out 2020 With Solid Retail Volume Growth
In an unpredictable year driven by pandemic challenges, Prairie Farms Dairy closed 2020 with significant volume growth in nearly all dairy categories at grocery stores and other retail outlets. This was partially driven by the sizable change in eating-at-home versus away-from-home habits consumers developed during the pandemic. Prairie Farms’ product portfolio offered consumers everything they […]
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Hy-Vee To Receive More COVID-19 Vaccines Through Federal Program
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released its Federal Retail Pharmacy Program for COVID-19 Vaccination partners, and Hy-Vee has been named a national partner in both Iowa and South Dakota. The Federal Retail Pharmacy Program is a collaboration between the federal government and 21 national pharmacy partners as well as independent pharmacy networks to increase […]
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GrocerKey Raises $2.4 Million From 18 Private Investors
Madison, Wisconsin-based GrocerKey, an e-commerce company providing white label technology to grocery retailers, has released the closing of a $2.4 million equity round. The equity round in GrocerKey included a total of 18 private investors, including many who had invested previously. The company stated the proceeds will be used for continued enhancements to its platform and […]
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Kellogg Company, Future Food-Tech To Launch Start-Up Innovation Challenge
Kellogg Company has released more details about a collaboration with Future Food-Tech to launch an Innovation Challenge, giving new talent in the industry a chance to shine. Wellness is a major area of focus for Kellogg, and through this challenge the company is seeking pitches on unique plant-based ideas that support digestive wellness. D’Anne Hayman, VP of […]
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Urban Pie Pizza Co. Now Available At Whole Foods
Urban Pie Pizza Co., a brand manufactured under the Palermo Villa Inc. umbrella, is now available nationwide at Whole Foods stores. Three of the brand’s Thin Artisan Crust line will be sold at Whole Foods for a suggested retail price of $8.99 every day. They are: Pesto: Pesto, Mozzarella, Cherry Tomatoes, Basil, Romano, Provolone and […]
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Hy-Vee CEO Randy Edeker Receives 2021 Legislative Champion Award
Hy-Vee Chairman, CEO and President Randy Edeker has been presented with the 2021 Legislative Champion Award by the Iowa Pharmacy Association (IPA) Board of Trustees and Legislative Advisory Committee. Edeker was recognized for his role on Iowa’s Economic Recovery Advisory Board Public Health and Healthcare Workgroup that was formed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, […]