Chicago, Illinois-based Peapod Digital Labs, the digital, e-commerce and commercial engine for the brands of Ahold Delhaize USA, has launched an accelerator for diverse-owned suppliers. The accelerator is designed to share Ahold Delhaize USA’s companies’ knowledge and networks with participants. It also promotes supplier diversity as Peapod Digital Labs looks to support Ahold Delhaize USA’s […]
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Stop & Shop Hosts Back-To-School Wellness Webinar Series For Parents
Quincy, Massachusetts-based Stop & Shop is hosting a free, live educational and interactive webinar series for parents of elementary and middle schoolers called Back-to-School Wellness Checklist. Taking place at 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 17 and at noon on Aug. 26, the webinars will be led by the grocer’s team of nutrition partners, registered dietitians and pharmacists. During the webinars, Stop & Shop’s trained and […]
Wakefern, ShopRite Adopt Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Wakefern Food Corp., one of the largest retailer-owned grocery cooperatives in the U.S., is adopting the latest in RPCs (reusable plastic containers) in its produce department to improve quality, sustainability and lower costs for customers. By partnering with companies such as IFCO and Tosca that specialize in RPCs, Wakefern is able to maximize supply chain efficiency through […]
Giant Food Launches Annual Pediatric Cancer Fundraising Program
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food, a greater Washington, D.C. regional food retailer, has launched its 17th annual pediatric cancer fundraising program to support pediatric cancer research initiatives during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Giant aims to raise at least $2 million throughout the eight-week program, running from Aug. 13 to Oct. 8, from the sale of $5 […]
Mars Wrigley Treats Fans With Limited-Edition Skittles Shriekers
New limited-edition, Skittles Shriekers are hitting shelves nationwide, just in time for Halloween. Hidden inside each pack of Shriekers are super-sour Skittles that appear to look like the rest yet bring an unpredictable punch of sour flavor. “Skittles is always looking for new ways to surprise fans with unexpected flavor experiences,” said Tanya Berman, Mars […]
Boston Beer Co. Partners With PepsiCo For Launch Of Hard Mtn Dew
Boston, Massachusetts-based The Boston Beer Co. and PepsiCo plan to enter a business collaboration to produce Hard Mtn Dew alcoholic beverage. The partnership unites Boston Beer’s world-class innovation and expertise in alcoholic beverages with one of PepsiCo’s most iconic and beloved brands. Adults of legal drinking age will experience the Hard Mtn Dew flavors, all with […]
Comb & Hive Offers Modern Take On Traditional Wine
Comb & Hive is a crisp wine made with wildflower honey and real sugar fermented with orange blossom flower and a hint of fizz. Comb & Hive takes a renewed approach to wine by turning honey and sugar into a sparkling wine. This latest innovation from Heineken USA will be test-marketed in Denver and Nashville […]
Good Housekeeping Magazine Recognizes Nature’s Garden Probiotics
Good Housekeeping Magazine has chosen Nature’s Garden Probiotic Apricots as one of its 2021 Healthy Snack Award recipients. The product met strict nutritional criteria with a focus on wholesome ingredients. Nature’s Garden Probiotic Apricots hit store shelves in December 2020. This award builds on the momentum of the brand’s extensive line of probiotic dried fruit […]
