Posted inWegmans, Independent Store News, Northeast, Retailers

Wegmans Expands Offerings With North Country Smokehouse Meats

Rochester, New York-based grocery retailer Wegmans has broadened its USDA Organic and Certified Humane meat category with the addition of two new artisanal meat offerings handcrafted by New Hampshire-based producer, North Country Smokehouse. Wegmans shoppers now have access to products like Organic Sugar-Free Applewood Smoked Bacon and Organic Bratwurst sausage, available in 55 stores from […]

Posted inKeHE Distributors, Home Page Slider, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News

KeHE And Sprouts Partner For Campaign To Identify Diverse Brands

Naperville, Illinois-based KeHE Distributors has partnered with Sprouts Farmers Market and RangeMe for a special entry opportunity for innovative brands that embody diversity and inclusion.  Committed to supporting its retail partners in their quest for innovation and diversity, KeHE is foraging and reviewing submissions for brands that are mission-based, minority, women, veteran, LGBTQ or disability-owned and will introduce the […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Beverage News, Home Page Slider, West

Jones Soda Secures Distribution At Kroger For Special Release Series

Jones Soda Co., the original craft soda known for its unconventional flavors and user-designed label artwork, has secured distribution for its new Special Release series of limited-edition flavors at more than 1,800 Kroger stores across the country. The agreement highlights the appeal of the Special Release program, which can help retailers drive sales by offering […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Kroger Delivery Opens Newest CFC In Groveland, Florida

The Kroger Co. has opened a customer fulfillment center in Groveland, Florida, powered by Ocado Group, a technology provider for grocery e-commerce. This marks Kroger’s entry into the Florida market with an e-commerce delivery service that combines vertical integration, machine learning and robotics with delivery of grocery items and fresh food. “The Kroger Delivery network […]

Posted inBeverage News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Whole Foods

Virgil’s Launches Three New Zero Sugar Flavors To Kick Off Summer

Virgil’s, a naturally bold line of craft sodas from Reed’s Inc. based in Norwalk, Connecticut, launches three new zero sugar, ketogenic certified varieties: Grapefruit, Dr. Better and Ginger Ale. Crafted with natural ingredients, these new flavors can be experienced straight from the can, over ice or mixed with a low-calorie cocktail. The new sodas provide drinkers […]

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Yowie Group Launches ‘Blast From The Past’ Throwback Campaign

New York-based Yowie Group, the confectionery company that brings families sweet treats combined with an educational experience, has launched its nostalgia campaign titled “Blast from the Past.”  For a very limited time, Yowie will be including animals from its earliest collectible series in its surprise-inside chocolates, giving newer Yowie collectors the opportunity to collect series […]

Posted inDairy News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, Southeast, The Kroger Co.

Hart Dairy Names Longan And Konovalov To Executive Team

Waynesboro, Georgia-based Hart Dairy has named two new members to the Hart Dairy executive team with the addition of Olga Longan as CFO and George Konovalov as VP of sales. Longan and Konovalov bring a collective 65 years of dairy industry experience to the team to cultivate the dairy’s continued growth through its humane treatment […]

Posted inPlant-Based News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, West, Whole Foods

Beyond Meat Makes New Executive Leadership Appointments

Beyond Meat Inc., a manufacturer of plant-based meat headquartered in El Segundo, California, has appointed Phil Hardin as CFO, Deanna Jurgens as chief growth officer and Margaret “Jackie” Trask as chief people officer.  “We are excited to welcome Phil, Deanna and Jackie to the Beyond Meat executive leadership team,” said Ethan Brown, president and CEO. […]