The Sunshine Sweet Corn Farmers of Florida (SSCF) is growing its marketing support for retailers this spring with its first-ever television advertising campaign. As part of a partnership with the Florida Department of Agriculture’s Fresh From Florida campaign, ads featuring Sunshine Sweet Corn will air in Indianapolis, Ind., Buffalo, N.Y., and Raleigh-Durham, N.C., from April […]
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John Morrell Food Group Begins Partnership With Nathan’s Famous
John Morrell Food Group, a division of Smithfield Foods, says it has begun an exclusive licensing agreement with Nathan’s Famous to manufacture and sell branded hot dog, sausage and corned beef products at retail stores nationally. The agreement commenced earlier this month. “We are very excited to launch our new partnership with John Morrell Food […]
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Supervalu Consolidates Independent Biz Regions, Laying Off 200
Supervalu’s independent business will consolidate from three regions to two regions, forming new East and West teams. The new East and West independent business regions will be located in Mechanicsville, Va., and Hopkins, Minn., respectively. Kevin Kemp will serve as president of the East region and Bill Chew will serve as president of the West […]
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Study: Canned Foods Provide Nutrition, Cost And Safety Benefits
The vast majority of Americans need to eat more fruits and vegetables. In fact, only 33 percent and 27 percent of Americans meet government recommendations for fruit and vegetable intake, respectively. And finding foods that are nutritious, affordable and safe can be difficult. But a recently published Michigan State University (MSU) study shows that canned […]
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The Produce Mom Honored As Fruits & Veggies—More Matters Industry Champ
The Produce Mom, Lori Taylor, has been recognized by the Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH) as a Fruits & Veggies—More Matters Industry Champion. Each year, PBH recognizes the country’s top advocates of the produce industry for their contribution to public health. Award recipients must be members of PBH and leaders in the produce industry. The […]
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New Eggo Bites Offer On-The-Go Breakfast Option
A new, away-from-the-table line of Eggo waffles and French toast, called Eggo Bites, is hitting stores, and providing busy families with an on-the-go breakfast option, according to Kellogg’s. “Moms have a tough job getting their kids ready for the day and on some of the crazier mornings, the opportunity to serve a sit-down breakfast just […]
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Mrs. Green’s Natural Market Plans To Open 22 Stores By Year’s End
Mrs. Green’s Natural Market has big expansion plans for 2014. The company plans to open 22 new locations this year across the Northeast and Midwest U.S. and the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Alberta. Spring grand openings will include West Windsor, N.J., on March 28 and New Canaan, Conn., on April 11. Mrs. Green’s plans […]
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Bolthouse Farms Adds New Flavors To Yogurt Dressing Line
Bolthouse Farms is expanding its yogurt dressing line to include two bold new flavors: Cilantro Avocado and Mango Chipotle. These better-for-you dressings are available in stores nationwide and contain 40 calories per serving thanks to their yogurt base. Bolthouse Farms’ Latin-inspired Cilantro Avocado Yogurt Dressing features a combination of creamy avocado, chopped cilantro, cotija cheese […]