The National Grocers Association (NGA) and Food Marketing Institute (FMI) have voiced their support of patent system reform. NGA VP of Public Affairs Greg Ferrara made the following statement upon introduction of the Innovation Act of 2013, a patent reform bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives earlier this week: “NGA commends Chairman (Bob) […]
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Hungry Jack Rolls Out New Seasonal Waffle And Pancake Mix Varieties
Hungry Jack is introducing new waffle and pancake mix varieties. The Hungry Jack Complete Belgian Waffle Mix and Hungry Jack seasonal pancake mix varieties—Complete Pumpkin Spice Flavored Pancake Mix, Complete Cinnamon Spice Flavored Pancake Mix and Easy Pack Funfetti Holiday Buttermilk Pancake Mix—are available nationwide. “During the holiday season, breakfast is the perfect time to […]
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Ben & Jerry’s Launches Ron Burgundy ‘Scotchy Scotch Scotch’ Flavor
Ben & Jerry’s is rolling out its newest limited-batch ice cream flavor, “Scotchy Scotch Scotch.” Created in honor of Ron Burgundy, the fictional TV news anchor with a penchant for all things scotch, the flavor is a concoction of butterscotch ice cream with ribbons of butterscotch swirl. “Scotchy Scotch Scotch is a delicious ice cream […]
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Pepperidge Farm Adds Bite-Sized Pastry Cups To Pastry Line
As the holiday season approaches, Pepperidge Farm is introducing Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry Cups. A miniature version of the Puff Pastry Shells, these versatile pastries provide a blank canvas for creative entertainers to serve up dishes in perfect bite-sized portions, according to Pepperidge Farm. Pre-formed and ready-to-bake, Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry Cups “rise” during 20 […]
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Maverik EVP To Lead Slate Of 2013-14 NACS Executive Committee Members
NACS announced the election of its 2013-14 executive committee during its board of directors meeting at the NACS Show in Atlanta earlier this month. Brad Call, general counsel and EVP of adventure culture at Utah-based Maverik Inc., was named the association’s 2013-14 board chairman. Call also chairs the NACS executive committee, which provides strategic direction […]
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Dollar General Tests Fuel Station At Market Store In Ala.
Dollar General is testing a fuel station at its Dollar General Market in Hanceville, Ala. “Dollar General continues to innovate to provide convenience and value for our customers,” said Rick Dreiling, chairman and CEO of Goodlettsville, Tenn.-based Dollar General. “This project to test a fuel offering is consistent with our strategy of continually looking for […]
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Hershey’s First New Brand In 30 Years Launches In U.S.
The Hershey Co. is launching a new confectionery brand in the U.S. called Lancaster. The brand will feature a line of caramel soft cremes that will roll out nationwide in January 2014. The introduction of the Lancaster brand marks a significant milestone for The Hershey Co., as it’s the first time the company has launched […]
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Marie Callender’s Debuts Easy Sides Pasta Side Dishes
Marie Callender’s, a brand of ConAgra Foods, has introduced Easy Sides, a new line of pasta side dishes. Easy Sides take four minutes in the microwave and eliminate the hassle of multiple ingredients or pots and pans, according to Marie Callender’s. Cooks simply open the package, add water and microwave for a side dish to […]
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Budweiser Brewmasters Introduce Three New Brews As Part Of Project 12
Budweiser’s Project 12—the brewmaster innovation platform that resulted in the introduction of Budweiser Black Crown—is back with three new beers named for the ZIP codes where the beers were brewed, beginning Oct. 28. Project 12’s premise is this: Budweiser’s team of brewmasters develop new beer recipes featuring the signature yeast first used by Adolphus Busch […]
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Cake Boss Cake Mixes, Frostings Available At Stores Nationwide
Fans of the Cake Boss now can bake like the Boss himself, Buddy Valastro, in their own kitchen with Cake Boss Cake Mixes and Frostings now available at retailers across the country. A fourth-generation baker and star of TLC’s hit TV series “Cake Boss,” “Next Great Baker,” and “Bakery Boss” premiering in December, Valastro shared […]
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Walmart Rolls Out Great Value LED Lightbulbs For Less Than $10
Walmart has launched a Great Value line of LED lightbulbs for less than $10 in all of its U.S. stores, with the goal of making LED lightbulbs more accessible and affordable for consumers. The new line will be available exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide and Walmart.com. The energy-efficient LED, or light-emitting diode, technology provides the […]
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The Hershey Co. Promotes Dark Chocolate As The New Dessert
A recent study by The Hartman Group on U.S. eating habits reveals that the percentage of Americans savoring dessert after dinner has increased 5 percent since 2009, and 78 percent of treats enjoyed after dinner include chocolates. At the same time, there has been a resurgence in consumers purchasing trade-up and premium dark chocolate since […]
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Consumers Buying More Specialty Food, Survey Says
Consumers are choosing specialty foods over conventional foods at record levels, according to new research from the Specialty Food Association. Close to 75 percent of U.S. consumers report making specialty food purchases this year, a major increase since the economic downturn of 2009 when only 46 percent reported that they bought these high-quality products. Consumers […]
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Caribou’s Amy’s Blend Brings Warmth To CancerCare
Caribou Coffee has kicked off its 18th annual Caribou Coffee Amy’s Blend program, which pays tribute to the company’s original roastmaster, Amy Erickson. Erickson lost her battle with breast cancer in 1995; the company hopes to address the common needs of those impacted by the disease with this year’s merchandise collection and social campaign. The […]
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Perry’s Ice Cream Celebrates 95 Years With Anniversary Flavor
In honor of its 95th year in business, Perry’s Ice Cream is celebrating with the release of a limited-edition anniversary flavor fitting of its hometown in western New York, Sponge Candy. Sponge Candy is caramel sugar flavored ice cream with caramelized sugar swirls and sponge candy pieces. Similar to the chicken wing, sponge candy has […]
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Meijer, Priority Health Partner To Provide Information On ACA Enrollment
Meijer, the Grand Rapids, Mich.-based supercenter chain, is partnering with Priority Health, Michigan’s leading health plan, to raise awareness and help customers obtain information regarding their options as open enrollment for health insurance begins under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The duo has unveiled a Health Reform and You! website at http://www.meijer.com/aca and also are […]
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NGA Announces Expanded Show Floor And Pavilions For 2014 Show
The National Grocers Association (NGA) says the expo floor at the 2014 NGA Show in Las Vegas will be expanded. Based on the success of the 2013 show, which saw record attendance and a sold-out exhibit hall, the 2014 NGA Show will have even more space allowing for expanded and new pavilions that showcase innovations […]
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Wonder And Other Former Hostess Bread Brands Return To Stores
Four of America’s best-known bread brands, including the classic Wonder bread, are returning to grocery store shelves across the country this week. Thomasville, Ga.-based Flowers Foods, a leading producer and marketer of packaged bakery foods in the U.S., acquired the brands from Old HB Inc. (formerly Hostess Brands) in July. The brands have been off […]
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Iowa Grocers Partner With Governor’s Office To Prevent Bullying
Throughout the month of October, participating Iowa grocers will be asking their customers in the checkout lane if they would like to donate $1 to help prevent bullying in Iowa schools. According to the 2012 Iowa Youth Survey, 57 percent of students said that they had been bullied at school in the last 30 days. […]
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GMDC Recognizes Top 10 General Merchandise Products
The Global Market Development Center’s (GMDC) GM13 Conference held in Phoenix, Ariz., earlier this month was a big success for both retailers and suppliers, according to event organizers. The Showcase, where suppliers have the opportunity to highlight their new products and/or packaging to retailers and wholesalers, was particularly helpful for conference attendees. “The Showcase was […]