Dallas, Texas-based Kazoo Snacks said it has save one million gallons of water since its launch in September 2021. Kazoo Snacks, whose chips save 20 gallons of water per bag, is on a mission to save one billion gallons of water by 2025. “We’re so proud to have reached this pivotal milestone,” said Josh Death, Kazoo […]
Category: Amazon Fresh
Amazon Fresh revolutionized the grocery retail landscape upon its inception in 2007. Emerging as a branch of the tech giant Amazon, the first store opened its doors in Seattle, Washington. Founded on the principles of convenience and innovation, Amazon Fresh aimed to redefine the grocery shopping experience through its online platform and physical locations. Over the years, it has grown exponentially, catering to the evolving needs of customers in the realm of fresh produce, pantry staples, and household essentials. As of 2023, the brand boasts a significant presence, with multiple locations established across various states in the U.S.
Distinguished for its seamless integration of technology into the shopping journey, Amazon Fresh continues to expand its reach, delivering an extensive range of products while emphasizing speed and efficiency. The brand’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge advancements in logistics and customer experience has facilitated its steady growth. Amazon Fresh remains dedicated to offering a diverse selection of goods, prioritizing customer satisfaction through streamlined services and an evolving assortment of offerings.
Posted inBeverage News, Amazon Fresh, Southwest, Whole Foods
Poppi Raises $25M From CAVU Consumer Partners
Austin, Texas-based Poppi has announced $25 million in new financing led by CAVU Consumer Partners. Poppi combines real fruit, apple cider vinegar, and less than 5 grams of sugar and 25 calories to create a prebiotic soda that improves gut health. It comes in nine different flavors and is available for $29.99/12-pack. The funding comes after a year of growth for […]
Posted inProduce News, Amazon Fresh, Southwest, Whole Foods
MountainKing Begins Merchandising Sales Contest
Houston, Texas-based MountainKing is beginning the new year with a sales contest offering produce managers the chance to win cash prizes for the merchandising and sales of the companyâs top-selling Baby Golds in 24 oz., No. 3 and bulk offerings. MountainKingâs âGo For The Gold, Baby!â sales contest will award a $500 Visa gift card […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Association News, Guest Contributors, National, Whole Foods
When The Big Get Bigger: Reflecting On Albertsons-Kroger Merger
The biggest recent news in our industry was the announcement that Albertsons and Kroger plan to merge. This isnât the first time that bigger players have decided to combine forces with an aim to create leverage and scale. Those terms are code for anticipated better pricing from suppliers, reducing costs in infrastructure, converting to common […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Amazon Fresh, Southwest, Whole Foods
Stryve Foods Adds Whitehair As Board Member
Plano, Texas-based Stryve Foods has announced a leader in the CPG industry, Chris Whitehair, as a new addition to the companyâs board of directors. Whitehair serves as SVP of supply chain and operations for SunOpta. While in this role, he has led the development and execution of optimizing its network. Prior to joining SunOpta, Whitehair […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Amazon Fresh, Executive News, Midwest, Whole Foods
Homeland Grocery Stores Names Criscione As President, CEO
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma-based HAC Inc., parent company of Homeland Grocery Stores, has announced David Criscione as its president and CEO after the board conducted a nationwide search assisted by Bryant Park Search Partners. âWe were focused on finding an individual whose values align with our employee ownersâ values, has deep grocery industry experience, and has […]
Posted inDairy News, Amazon Fresh, Northeast, Whole Foods
Schuman Cheese Begins Holiday With Delve Mascarpone Truffles
Fairfield, New Jersey-based Schuman Cheese has launched Delve Mascarpone bites into the truffle category. The truffles are a refrigerated confection, crafted with award-winning, Italian-style, Mascarpone cheese and wrapped in 100 percent pure, sustainably sourced chocolate. The four varieties are: Sea-Salted Caramel Crème 8-count box is made up of sea-salted caramel, dark chocolate and mascarpone. A raspberry 8-count box […]
Posted inPackaging News, Amazon Fresh, Southwest, Whole Foods
Ball Corporation Expands Recyclable Cup With Two Smaller Sizes
Westminster, Colorado-based Ball Co. has announced the availability of two new sizes of its recyclable Ball Aluminum Cup, broadening the opportunity to offer consumers a full portfolio of sustainable cup options. The Ball Aluminum Cup is composed of 90 percent recycled content, making it the cup with the highest recycled content rate of any beverage packaging in its […]