by Kristen Cloud/staff writer Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal reported in early December that the state is doing OK. His office’s highest priority continues to involve bringing new industry to the state in order to create jobs. The Peach State’s unemployment remains high, at 8.5 percent, above the national rate of 7.7 percent. “As of mid-2012, […]
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Stater Bros. Partners With Heart, Stroke Association For Campaign
Stater Bros. Charities is teaming up once again with The American Heart and American Stroke Association (AHA) for the 12th year of the “Have a Heart, Save a Heart” campaign to raise awareness and funds to fight heart disease and stroke, America’s No. 1 and No. 4 killers, respectively. Last year’s Stater Bros. “Have a […]
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Back To Nature Launches New All-Natural Granola
Back to Nature Foods Co. has launched a new all-natural Sunflower and Pumpkin Seed variety of Back to Nature Granola. Made with clusters of whole grain oats, the new variety contains 25g of whole grain and 6g of protein per serving. Like all Back to Nature products, it has no artificial preservatives, flavors or colors, […]
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IGA Retailers Launching JDRF Campaign In Local Stores
A group of 137 IGA retailers serving communities in the western United States have partnered with JDRF, the leading global charitable supporter of type 1 diabetes (T1D) research working to discover, develop and deliver advances that cure, better treat and prevent T1D. The IGA retailers are kicking off their new relationship with JDRF with an […]
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Weight Watchers Introduces New Velvet Creme Cakes
Weight Watchers Sweet Baked Goods is introducing Weight Watchers Red Velvet Creme Cakes, a better-for-you version of the treat people love in a snackable size, the company says. Weight Watchers Red Velvet Creme Cakes are a combination of filling made with real cream cheese surrounded by red velvet cake and covered with a layer of […]
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Former New Seasons Exec Makes Plans For First Green Zebra C-Stores
Former New Seasons Market CEO Lisa Sedlar has announced her plans to open the first outlets of a chain of healthy convenience stores under the name Green Zebra Grocery. Sustainable Business Oregon reports that the first two locations will be in Portland’s Woodstock and Kenton neighborhoods. The Woodstock store will be located at the corner […]
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U.S. Leads In Global Launches Of High Protein Products
It seems high protein foods are one of the most sought after nutritional choices among American consumers to meet a variety of needs—from balancing diet, building muscle and weight loss. According to new research from Mintel, introductions of foods and drinks making a high protein claim are nearly three times higher in the U.S. than […]
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Consumers Express Increased Desire For ‘Farm-To-Table’ In 2013
Consumer demand for “farm-to-table” will continue to grow in 2013 if shopper behavior matches responses to new research conducted for Plainville Farms turkey and FreeBird chicken. Shoppers said their motivation for wanting “farm-to-table” products is based on a belief that they are “fresher” (95 percent) and “healthier/more nutritious” (90 percent). More than 80 percent of […]
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Natural Grocers Opening 12th Texas Location In Denton
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage is opening its newest location in Denton, Texas, on Jan. 22. The Denton store at 110 West University Dr. will be the company’s 12th Texas location, joining stores across Texas including Abilene, Amarillo, Austin, Dallas, Midland and Temple. Natural Grocers, based in Denver, Colo., offers only natural and organic products: […]
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Lipton Marketing Campaign Features First TV Ad For Black Tea Since 1989
Lipton is putting the spotlight on its black tea to encourage consumers to “Drink Positive” in 2013. As part of this effort, the brand has unveiled a new national advertising campaign for its classic black tea, a first in more than 20 years. The multi-channel campaign includes television, digital, in store, social, public relations and […]
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The Greek Gods Brand Launches Kefir Low Fat Cultured Milk
The Hain Celestial Group’s The Greek Gods brand has added a drinkable Kefir low fat cultured milk to its lineup. The Greek Gods Kefir is available in flavors that mirror Greek-style yogurt customer favorites, according to a news release. “With all of the qualities that customers expect from The Greek Gods brand Greek-Style Yogurt, we […]
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Fresh & Easy Introduces New eatwell Products
Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market has expanded its offering of eatwell products with more than 20 new selections containing no more than 25 percent of the total daily values for calories, fat, saturated fat and sodium (based on a 2,000 calorie diet). New fresh&easy eatwell products in stores now include: • Fresh Fish Steamers ($5.99)—Salmon […]
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RightSize Introduces New Single-Serve Smoothie Packs
RightSize has new single-serve packs. One packet is added to an 8-oz. serving of skim milk in a RightSize blender bottle to create a thick and creamy meal replacement smoothie. “Today’s lifestyles are so hectic, we believe it’s important to make losing weight as easy and convenient as possible,” says Laurie Chapman, brand manager at […]
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Snacking In America
Make no mistake—we’re living in the Great Age of Snacking. One doesn’t have to look too long or hard to find headlines about Americans’ snacking behaviors and the promise of opportunities for food and beverage manufacturers and food retailers. The rise of snacking occasions can be culturally intertwined with the growth of eating-alone occasions and […]
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Industry Reacts To FDA’s Release of Proposed Food Safety Regs
Industry leaders from the Food Marketing Institute (FMI), Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA), Produce Marketing Association (PMA) and United Fresh are reacting to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration’s (FDA) release of proposed food safety regulations. FMI President and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin “The proposed rules—Preventative Controls for Human Food and Produce Safety—are important components to […]
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Market Street Hosting ‘Healthy New You’ Expo This Weekend
To inspire guests to focus on total health and wellness in 2013, Market Street will hold its annual “Healthy New You” Expo on Jan. 5-6. During this free event, guests will receive easy-to-make healthy recipe ideas, samples of fresh produce and packaged food, as well as health screenings from Market Street pharmacists. The Healthy New […]
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Natural Grocers Opens In Helena, Mont.
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage opened its newest location in Helena, Mont., on Tuesday. The Helena store at 3061 North Montana Ave. is the company’s third Montana location, following stores in Billings and Missoula earlier this year. Natural Grocers, based in Colorado, offers only natural and organic products on its shelves: shoppers will find only […]
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KeVita Launches New Daily Cleanse At Whole Foods
KeVita is mixing its proprietary culture featuring four strains of live probiotics with lemon and cayenne in its newest flavor, KeVita Daily Cleanse. Starting in January, KeVita Daily Cleanse will be available exclusively at Whole Foods Market stores nationwide. KeVita Daily Cleanse is a low-calorie, low-glycemic interpretation of the classic Master Cleanse. Lightly sweetened with […]
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Fresh Market, Utah Jazz Partner On Healthy Concessions At Home Games
For the first time, the Utah Jazz and Fresh Market are teaming up to offer healthy options to Jazz fans throughout the 2012-13 NBA season. In conjunction with JazzFit, a Utah Jazz program that encourages fans to achieve a happier, healthier, active lifestyle, Fresh Market will provide a produce stand offering the freshest seasonal fruit […]
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El Rancho Marketplace Opens Store With Help From Calif. FreshWorks Fund
More than 50,000 residents of a California community have increased access to healthy foods and 140 jobs closer to home, as $1.7 million in unique financing allows a new business to invest in San Luis Obispo County. One of the first loans disbursed by California FreshWorks Fund LLC provides El Rancho Marketplace the means to […]