Dum Dums is rolling out two limited-edition flavors from Hawaiian Punch: Fruit Juicy Red and Polar Blast are two of the 16 Dum Dums flavors available in specially marked bags for a limited time only. The new flavors deliver the same bold and unique taste that Hawaiian Punch is known for and can be easily […]
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Aiya Rolls Out Matcha To Go Single-Serve Sticks
With the popularity of Matcha green tea on the rise in the U.S., Aiya America, the world leader in harvesting and distributing Matcha green tea, is debuting its single-serve, portable Matcha tea. Matcha To Go single-serving sticks blend ultra-fine Matcha powder with dietary fiber for a smooth, creamy and healthful beverage. It requires no sifting […]
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Summer Fancy Food Show Later This Month Will Be Largest Ever
The Summer Fancy Food Show, which will begin later this month, will be the largest since it was first presented in 1955. The sold-out exhibit halls will be filled with 2,730 specialty food makers, importers and entrepreneurs representing the latest new products and trends from across the U.S. and around the globe. The show takes […]
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Domex Superfresh Talks Promotional Opps For Fall Apple Crop
Summer has just begun and there is still more planning and preparation needed to ready the new crop of Washington apples for the fall harvest. Trees around the state are covered with an abundance of apples. The official estimate will not be announced until Aug. 11; growers and industry experts, relying on Mother Nature’s cooperation, […]
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Chosen Foods Broadens Distribution Network
Chosen Foods has expanded its distribution network to include UNFI, KeHE, Unified Grocers’ Market Centre, Tony’s Fine Foods and Dove Distributors, Previously, Chosen Foods’ products were only available at club stores, select grocers, specialty shops and online. “…Together, these partnerships allow Chosen Foods to reach more than 25,000 stores nationwide,” says George Todd, company president. […]
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Report Reveals Health & Wellness Still Reigns As Top Marketplace Priority
Acosta Sales & Marketing, a leading full-service sales and marketing agency in the consumer packaged goods industry, has released “Health & Wellness 360°,” a comprehensive report dedicated solely to the mega trend of health and wellness. The report takes an all-encompassing look at health and wellness in the CPG industry, revealing six critical facets—nutritional, social, […]
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International Market Analyst Joins OTA As Senior Manager
Monique Marez this week joins the staff of the Organic Trade Association (OTA) as its senior manager for international trade. Marez most recently served as strategic projects manager for Great Performances, a leader in the hospitality industry that specializes in using and promoting organic food. Marez brings with her a wealth of knowledge on research […]
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Johnsonville Expands C-Store Grab-And-Go Options With Sausage & Gravy Stuffed Biscuits
Johnsonville has rolled out its new Sausage & Gravy Stuffed Biscuits for grab-and-go food service venues. These hand-held sandwiches are ideal for breakfast and snacking, creating more menu opportunity for convenience stores, C&U, B&I, hotels, sports venues and anywhere snacks are sold, according to Wisconsin-based Johnsonville. The new hand-held biscuits have a flaky buttermilk crust […]