Amidst increasing sales growth and new distribution in major national retailers, artisanal snack company Maine Crisp is rebranding as Better With Buckwheat. The new brand, which will retain the Maine Crisp product line, readies the gluten-free producer to introduce buckwheat-based innovations in additional snacking categories. The Better With Buckwheat rebrand promotes the snack company’s key […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
ShopRite Raises Funds For Hunger Action Month
ShopRite and its foundation, ShopRite Partners In Caring, held a fundraising campaign in September in recognition of National Hunger Action Month. The effort is designed to raise awareness around the issue of food insecurity and inspire action within local communities throughout the entire year. Approximately 200 ShopRite stores in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Northeast, Supply Chain News
UNFI Names 2023 ‘Elite Drivers Of The Year’
As part of its Driver Ambassador Program, Providence, Rhode Island-based UNFI has recognized four of its employees as 2023 “Elite Drivers of the Year,” presenting each with $10,000. In addition, each of their respective distribution centers received a premium, UNFI-branded Navistar LT625 tractor to use for deliveries during the next year. The drivers and their […]
Posted inProduce News, Northeast
Hannaford To Build Healthy Habits Through Snack Pals Plates
Hannaford Supermarkets is helping children build lifelong healthy eating habits through its new Snack Pals Plates program. Through Oct. 31, customers can purchase a Snack Pals Plate located in displays beside the produce section at all Hannaford stores. The Snack Pals Plates are two for $5 and each purchase results in a donation to a […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Dairy News, Northeast
Hannaford Joins Northeast Organic Family Farm Partnership
Hannaford Supermarkets has become the first supermarket to join a major effort to support organic dairy farms facing challenges in New England and New York. The Northeast Organic Family Farm Partnership came together in 2021 when cancellations of major supply contracts, impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic and other economic factors created pressure on organic dairy […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast
Handy Seafood Introduces Old Bay Crab Cake Minis
Salisbury, Maryland-based Handy Seafood has introduced Old Bay Crab Cake Minis, which can be cooked in a microwave in less than two minutes. “We are thrilled to introduce the Old Bay Crab Cake Minis,” said Tom Quinn, VP of retail sales at Handy Seafood. “The microwaveable crab cake is not only delicious but also answers […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Northeast
Hershey Introduces Ice Breakers Raspberry Lemon Mints
Ice Breakers has introduced a new sparkling mint flavor – Raspberry Lemon Seltzer. “‘We’ve truly pushed the boundaries of refreshment with our Raspberry Lemon Seltzer Sparkling Mints,” said Taylor Schwartz, senior associate manager for brand refreshment at the Hershey, Pennsylvania-based company. “This innovative product delivers a completely new sensorial experience that will redefine consumers’ expectations of mints.” […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Center Store, Northeast
Catania Oils’ Latest Expansion Boosts Storage, Shipping
To enhance its capacity to store finished goods and streamline shipping, Catania Oils has leased a 215,000-square-foot warehouse at 90 Nemco Way in Ayer, Massachusetts. The development comes on the heels of the company’s 51,000 square-foot expansion at 1 Nemco Way last fall. It also will include space for about 60 employees who are housed […]