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Sprouts Appoints Konat As President And Chief Operating Officer

Phoenix, Arizona-based Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. has announced Nicholas Konat as president and COO of the company, effective March 21. He has most recently served as chief merchandising officer at Petco Health and Wellness Co. Inc. Konat will report to Jack Sinclair, CEO of Sprouts. “I am absolutely thrilled to welcome Nick to the Sprouts […]

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Prime Roots Announces Koji Deli Meats And Charcuterie

Berkeley, California-based Prime Roots is launching the first line of Koji Charcuterie and fully sliceable bulk Koji Deli Meats. Prime Roots’ Koji Meat line will include umami-rich hams, turkey, and salami, all of which can be hand-sliced in true deli style. Instead of using soy, wheat or peas, Prime Roots’ meats are made with koji, the fungi behind […]

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Columbus Craft Meats Launches New Marketing Campaign

Hayward, California-based Columbus Craft Meats has announced its new integrated marketing campaign – the “Like This” campaign. “Like This” shows consumers how they can use Columbus brand products to create charcuterie boards and bites. The campaign offers inspiration through easy charcuterie builds to deliver elevated experiences. Many of the featured flavor combinations are part of the new Perfect Charcuterie Bite […]

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Chicken Of The Sea Wins Brandspark’s Best New Product Award

San Diego, California-based Chicken of the Sea Frozen Foods has announced that it’s Crispy Stuffed Shrimp Creamy Garlic and Spinach has earned a spot on BrandSpark’s “Best New Products Awards” list as a winner in the food and beverage category for frozen shrimp. “Best New Product Awards” surveyed consumers to determine which new products in 2022 they not only tried […]

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Cardenas Markets Now Accepts EBT SNAP Payments Via Instacart

Ontario, California-based Cardenas Markets, one of the largest Hispanic grocery chains in the country, has announced that the company’s online storefront will accept Electronic Benefits Transfer and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payments via Instacart.  Cardenas Markets is the first Hispanic retailer to accept EBT SNAP Payment via Instacart.   “We are proud to be the first […]

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Kroger’s Fred Meyer Stores Launch Loop In Portland, OR

The Kroger Co. and Loop, a circular reuse platform developed by TerraCycle, have launched a selection of products in reusable packaging rather than in single-use plastic.  Customers can now walk into one of 25 Kroger-owned Fred Meyer stores in the Portland metro area and purchase more than 20 products from leading consumer brands packaged in […]

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Extending Relationships Has Helped ROFDA Remain Relevant

ROFDA board member Bob Obray’s fondest memories of the organization have always centered on building deeper relationships.  “Across the industry, whether it’s with other cooperative members or vendors, service providers…it’s about relationships. And I think this kind of reinvention, revitalization, whatever you want to call it, ROFDA gives us an opportunity to expand and extend […]

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Barons Market Sees Results Via Partnerships With Micro-Influencers

Southern California-based Barons Market has grown a community online through social media by showcasing employees, sharing news and drawing customers into its stores. Another one of those opportunities is working with micro-influencers in the same area.  “Unlike typical celebrities, experts or public figures, they’re individuals who work or specialize in a particular vertical and frequently […]