Elmwood Park, NJ—In the spirit of the holiday season, companies are spreading cheer by offering virtual Turkey Trots that promote health and wellness vibes for Thanksgiving weekend. First up, Dr. Praeger's announced that it will send its new Perfect Turk’y Burgers to anyone who runs on Thanksgiving Day. Interested runners...
New York, NY, and Zaandam, Netherlands—Ahold Delhaize and Centerbridge Partners have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire FreshDirect, an online grocer based in New York City. A press release states that Ahold Delhaize will acquire the majority share, funded by cash on hand, and Centerbridge Partners will be a...
McLean, VA, and New York—Mars, Incorporated is acquiring KIND North America, according to a joint press release from Mars and KIND. The companies reported that KIND North America will join KIND International to create one organization that will function as a distinct and separate business within the Mars Family of...
Norwalk, CT—Reed’s Inc. has announced financial results for the fiscal third quarter 2020 ended September 30, 2020. Highlights include: Net sales increased 21% to $10.6 million in the third quarter compared to $8.7 million in the prior year; Core brand gross sales increased 18% versus prior year period primarily driven...
The holidays are going to look a little different this year. It's likely that some of the family won't be traveling in order to minimize the risk of COVID-19. For the families changing up the plans and serving a smaller crowd, one 4th Generation Turkey Farmer is stepping up to...
Lake Success, NY—The Hain Celestial Group has reported financial results for the first quarter 2021 ended September 30, 2020. A press release from the company notes that the results are presented with the Hain Pure Protein and Tilda segments being treated as discontinued operations. Highlights include: Net sales increased 3%,...
Providence, RI—United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) announced that it has reached new long-term labor agreements with drivers at its Hudson Valley distribution center in Montgomery, NY (represented by Teamsters Local 445) and frontline workers at its California distribution centers in Commerce, Stockton and Santa Fe Springs (represented by Teamsters Locals...
Corvallis, OR—Oregon State University researchers have found that a type of gut bacteria sometimes associated with inflammation, abscesses, bowel disease, and cancer has a silver lining, according to a press release: It may help prevent cardiovascular disease. Diets high in animal-based foods are a source of trimethylamine, or TMA, which...
Inflammatory diets may increase risk of heart disease and stroke, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Chronic inflammation has been associated with heart disease and stroke in previous studies, a press release on the topic explains. Inflammatory biomarkers like interleukins and...
Northvale, NJ—GeeFree Foods, manufacturer of gluten-free products, announced that it has been acquired by The Fillo Factory, which produces and distributes appetizers, small-bites, snacks, entrees and desserts. As GeeFree Foods' co-packer since its start, The Fillo Factory plans to grow the GeeFree brand by expanding the sales and brokerage team,...
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