Utz has partnered with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, an independent childhood cancer charity, to introduce Utz Lemonade Potato Chips. The chips combine the sweetness of lemonade with the classic salty crunch of potato chips. “Just in time for summer, Utz Lemonade Potato Chips bring together the nostalgic sweet and tart taste of classic lemonade with […]
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Posted inProduce News, News, West
Altar Produce Expands Specialty Vegetable Offerings
Altar Produce, a Calexico, California-based leader in the production and marketing of premium vegetables, has begun an expansion of its specialty vegetable offerings, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, quality and customer-driven solutions. As part of this growth initiative, Altar Produce is beginning a growth on its year-round green onion program, designed to meet the rising […]
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J.M. Smucker Co. Promotes Brase To President, COO
The J.M. Smucker Co. has promoted John Brase to the role of president and chief operating officer, effective April 30. Brase has served as the company’s COO since 2020. He joined the company with more than three decades of experience in the consumer goods industry, including significant work across brand management, business operations, manufacturing, marketing […]
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Flashfood Appoints Schenck As CEO
Flashfood has appointed Jordan Schenck as its new CEO, succeeding Nicholas Bertram, who will remain on the board of directors. Schenck has served as Flashfood’s president and chief operating officer since October 2024. This transition comes at a pivotal time in Flashfood’s growth trajectory. The company has added more than 1,000 doors and experienced 200 […]
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Grocery TV Introduces Closed-Loop Measurement Solution
Grocery TV has introduced a closed-loop measurement solution for in-store retail media, enabling brands to tie their ad spend to sales more efficiently. By partnering with retailers, Grocery TV is providing brands with more actionable insights across its growing in-store retail media network. “This launch is a turning point for brands looking to fully measure […]
Posted inSustainability News, News, Southwest
Coca-Cola Adds AI-Powered Recycling Bins At DFW Airport
Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages (CCSWB), the local Coca-Cola bottler serving Texas and parts of Oklahoma, New Mexico and Arkansas, has teamed up with Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to introduce a sustainability program centered around AI-powered recycling bins. This collaboration has led to the installation of four AI-powered recycling bins equipped with artificial […]
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Shelby Publishing Highlights Exceptional Independent Award Recipients
Shelby Publishing is proud to present its third annual Exceptional Independents Awards. Nominations were open to independent retailers, wholesalers and technology and other service providers. “Independents are the backbone of our industry, and this awards program is an opportunity to recognize them for their contributions,” said Stephanie Reid, Shelby president and COO. “Independents are a […]
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Conagra, Hometown Food Co. Strike Deal For Chef Boyardee
Conagra Brands Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement with Hometown Food Co., a portfolio company of Brynwood Partners, to divest its line of Chef Boyardee brand shelf-stable products including its classic, ready-to-eat pasta meals. The transaction includes a manufacturing facility in Milton, Pennsylvania, as well as all assets and operations dedicated to the Chef […]