Naperville, IL—KeHE Distributors has been named a finalist for Samsara’s 2020 Top Fleet for Excellence in Performance, recognized for its improved customer service, fleet efficiency and safety. Incorporating a new AI solution from Samsara, KeHE has improved customer service by logging driver hours, tracking routes and deliveries, and messaging with distribution centers’...
Fort Wayne, IN—Two weeks ago, Teamsters Local Union 414 began an unfair labor practice strike against UNFI at its Fort Wayne warehouse, according to a press release from Local 414. The Union had been unable to reach a new collective bargaining agreement with UNFI over the course of more than...
Chicago, IL—SPINS has announced a new data partnership with C.A. Fortune, a privately held full-service consumer brands sales and marketing agency. The partnership uses the power of SPINS’ proprietary assets to accelerate C.A. Fortune’s role as a growth strategist, according to a press release. Together, the companies are developing a...
Baltimore, MD—Tessemae's has announced a new product in partnership with the Jerry Garcia Family. Available starting August 24, 2020, the first co-branded collaboration is a tribute to the rock legend called Cosmic Jerry Sauce. Each bottle features exclusive video footage via an AR experience using the StraxARä app available on...
Washington, D.C.—USDA has recognized the Organic Trade Association’s (OTA) Organic Fraud Prevention Solutions as an example of an effective private initiative for preventing fraud, according to a press release from OTA. The press release quotes USDA’s Strengthening Organic Enforcement Proposed Rule, in which USDA wrote: “Private initiatives in the organic...
Lakewood, CO—Natural Grocers has announced an ice-cream themed 3-day celebration commemorating 65 years in business with sweepstakes, contests, giveaways and more at their 159 locations across the U.S. At the celebration, which kicks off on August 13, customers will have ample opportunities to engage in a socially distant way, including...
Sausalito, CA—Patagonia Provisions announced the launch of its new spice line, and shared the story of the seed that inspired the line. Rewind 50 years: It's 1968, and Yvon Chouinard, Founder of Patagonia, is camping with friends to climb Monte Fitz Roy with Patagonian gauchos. The group stops to rest...
Washington, D.C.—Organic exporters will be able to travel around the globe in September—from the comfort of their own homes, according to a press release from the Organic Trade Association (OTA). Virtual meetings will allow exporters to explore business opportunities, learn about new markets, network, and show off products to buyers,...
Winnipeg, Manitoba—Lentils and beef are a people- and environment-friendly combination, according to a new study funded by Lentils.org and Pulse Canada. The study performed a life cycle assessment to evaluate the environmental impact of a beef burger made with 33% cooked lentil puree. It found that the blend reduces the...
Viola, WI—GoMacro announced in a press release that the company has partnered with the village of Viola, Wisconsin, to power all residences, businesses, and schools there by 100% renewable wind energy. GoMacro worked with the Viola Municipal Electric Utility, the Upper Midwest Municipal Energy Group (UMMEG), and renewable energy advisors...
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