Crunchmaster, America’s No. 1-selling brand of gluten-free crackers, has launched a new line of Popped Edamame Chips , available now nationwide. The Popped Edamame Chips are available in two flavors—Sea Salt and Wasabi Soy—made with a blend of California rice and real edamame (edible soy beans). Popped Edamame Chips from Crunchmaster are made with simple, […]
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DCI-Artform Boosts Grocery Sector Biz With Six New Hires
DCI-Artform, a leading global player in the shopper marketing and retail product merchandising business, says it has hired top talent to bring shopper-centric solutions to grocers, other store formats and consumer product manufacturers. Leading a new approach to front-end merchandising (FEM): • Lisa Murphy, senior sales executive (California), has had success in big-box and specialty […]
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Smithfield Shareholders Approve Merger With Shuanghui International
Smithfield Foods Inc.’s shareholders have voted overwhelmingly to approve the proposed strategic combination with Hong Kong-based Shuanghui International Holdings Ltd., according to the company. At a special meeting of Smithfield shareholders held Tuesday, more than 96 percent of the votes cast were in favor of the transaction, which represents approximately 76 percent of Smithfield’s total […]
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TruMoo Launches Limited-Edition Halloween-Themed Milks Nationwide
TruMoo, in celebration of Halloween, is introducing two limited-edition milks. Lowfat Vanilla TruMoo will be tinted bright orange. It and TruMoo Chocolate will feature creative, Halloween-inspired labels. TruMoo Limited Edition Halloween milks can be enjoyed on their own or “used to brew up a cauldron of diabolically delicious drinks,” according to TruMoo. “With the success […]
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NGA Announces Expanded Show Floor And Pavilions For 2014 Show
The National Grocers Association (NGA) says the expo floor at the 2014 NGA Show in Las Vegas will be expanded. Based on the success of the 2013 show, which saw record attendance and a sold-out exhibit hall, the 2014 NGA Show will have even more space allowing for expanded and new pavilions that showcase innovations […]
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Eggland’s Best Eggs Get A Pink Makeover To Support Breast Cancer Awareness
For the fourth year in a row, Eggland’s Best will help raise awareness for breast cancer by stamping its eggs with a pink “EB” alongside the signature Susan G. Komen Running Ribbon. In 2013, America’s No. 1 branded egg company has donated $50,000 to Komen to help fund its mission, which includes innovative breast cancer […]
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Wonder And Other Former Hostess Bread Brands Return To Stores
Four of America’s best-known bread brands, including the classic Wonder bread, are returning to grocery store shelves across the country this week. Thomasville, Ga.-based Flowers Foods, a leading producer and marketer of packaged bakery foods in the U.S., acquired the brands from Old HB Inc. (formerly Hostess Brands) in July. The brands have been off […]
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GMDC Recognizes Top 10 General Merchandise Products
The Global Market Development Center’s (GMDC) GM13 Conference held in Phoenix, Ariz., earlier this month was a big success for both retailers and suppliers, according to event organizers. The Showcase, where suppliers have the opportunity to highlight their new products and/or packaging to retailers and wholesalers, was particularly helpful for conference attendees. “The Showcase was […]