London, UK—A quarter of Americans are opting to follow sustainable diets to help tackle global warming and animal welfare issues, according to a new survey from Spoon Guru. Some highlights: 27% are actively choosing more sustainable food options to tackle global warming 15% are following a more eco-conscious diet to...
The Plant Based World Expo is rescheduling both its Europe show and its North America show, according to an announcement. “Our sole priority is to hold both Plant Based World Expos safely in 2021,” the announcement states. “There is an increasing concern among event organizers that indoor events may not...
Paris, France—Danone’s Board of Directors has reviewed the company’s corporate governance and decided to separate the functions of Chairman and CEO, effective upon the appointment of a new CEO, according to a press release. The review was at the directive of Emmanuel Faber, current Chairman and CEO. The process to...
Phoenix, AZ—Sprouts Farmers Market reported results for the 14-week fourth quarter and 53-week year ended January 3, 2021, and Jack Sinclair, CEO of Sprouts Farmers Market, highlighted the "encouraging" results: “In 2020, we generated record earnings and cash flow from a 15% increase in sales while absorbing costs associated with...
Washington, D.C.—The Council for Responsible Nutrition has submitted comments on FDA’s Proposed Rule for Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods, asking for confirmation that dietary supplements will be exempt. The rule is intended to help industry more rapidly and effectively trace food products that cause illnesses back to...
Gelson’s Markets, a Southern Californian grocer, is being acquired by Pan Pacific International Holdings (PPIH), according to Los Angeles Daily News. PPIH is a publicly-traded company operating 639 stores, 582 of which are in Japan. In Hawaii and Japan, it’s known for its Don Quijote brand. Gelson’s consists of 27...
Seattle, WA—PCC Community Markets has shared its 2020 Community Giving efforts, including donating 1.4 million meals to neighborhood food banks and grocery rescue partners. “Last year it was more critical than ever to show up and support our neighbors,” said Brenna Davis, PCC’s VP of Social and Environmental Responsibility, in...
Naperville, IL—Over 550 specialty, natural & organic, and fresh suppliers attended KeHE’s Summer Show which took place January 28 through February 5. In an all-digital platform, audience members were able to discover new and innovative products through KeHE sponsored programs like the Next Generation Innovation Showcase & Faceoff, education sessions,...
Netherlands—While everyone loves sweets, Innova Market Insights notes in a press release that the consumer drive towards wellness has entered the confectionary, bakery, ice cream, and desserts categories, leading to new challenges for manufacturers trying to meet these conflicting demands. There are, however, a few tricks to success in this...
LesserEvil has debuted Lil’ Puffs, a line of grain-free, plant-based, chewable snacks for toddlers. The snacks come in Veggie Blend, Sweet Potato Apple, Non-Dairy Cheddar, and Strawberry Beet. Made from upcycled watermelon and pumpkin seeds, the Puffs incorporate organic coconut oil and contain zero grams of sugar. They are Certified...
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