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URM Stores Names Ohlhauser New VP Of Operations

URM Stores from Spokane, Washington, has named Roger Ohlhauser as the VP of operations, replacing Kirk Rollings who is retiring. In this role, Ohlhauser will be responsible for the warehouse, facilities and transportation departments. Ohlhauser brings more than 30 years of experience and accomplishments as a manager and leader in the wholesale distribution business. His […]

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Peet’s Coffee Celebrates Autumn With New Take On Seasonal Favorites

Emeryville, California-based Peet’s Coffee has released its fall 2020 beverage lineup – now offered in iced and with a plant-based dairy option. The handcrafted seasonal offerings include the debut of the iced Maple Spice Cold Brew Oat Latte alongside returning favorites like the Pumpkin Latte and Maple Latte – served iced or hot.  For those seeking a dairy alternative, the […]

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USC FIM Class Of 2020 Holds Virtual Graduation

Also honors top exec, departing professor  From staff reports Only high-potential employees of proven ability from food industry companies are eligible for admission into the Food Industry Management Program at the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business. But the 2020 FIM Program was anything but typical. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, USC […]

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Market Profile: Broulim’s Fresh Foods – ‘It’s Like A Family Working For This Company’

Employee-owned retailer features ‘grocerant’ concept by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer Rigby, Idaho-based Broulim’s Fresh Foods has been in business for 98 years. The week after Labor Day was the company’s 98th anniversary. Scott Zahrn, sales and operations manager, has been with the independent retailer for about two decades. During that time, he said the […]

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Bard Valley Date Growers Mourn Loss Of Founding Member Steve Shadle

Bard Valley Date Growers have announced the passing of Steve Shadle, 84, on Aug. 11, 2020. He was involved in the Medjool Date business in the development of the Bard Valley Date Growers Association along with a number of business and philanthropic efforts. “Steve was a valued member of our community who touched and improved […]

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Reser’s Invites Shoppers To Enter Giveaway For Free Groceries

With food insecurity projected to reach an all-time high due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Beaverton, Oregon-based Reser’s Fine Foods announces a ‘Free Groceries for a Year’ consumer giveaway. “Many Americans are struggling during this time and we want to help put dinner on the table,” said Teresa Carter, marketing director for deli at Reser’s. “Reser’s […]

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Golbon, Core-Mark International Announce Expansion Of Strategic Alliance

Boise, Idaho-based Golbon, a national foodservice buying and marketing group, recently announced an expansion of its alliance with Core-Mark International, a market leader in convenience retail distribution in North America. Under terms of the new agreement, Golbon is adding 14 Core-Mark divisions to its growing distributor membership, bringing the total number of Core-Mark divisions that […]

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Just Egg Available At Several Stores Nationwide After Great Success

Eat Just, a San Francisco, California-based company that aims to create healthier, more sustainable foods, recently announced the largest expansion yet for its award-winning plant-based egg. By the end of the month, Just Egg will be available at more than 17,000 points of retail distribution in the United States, a 40 percent increase from last […]