Lakewood, CO—Natural Grocers has expanded its free Nutrition Education program, which has gone virtual since the start of the pandemic. The expansion includes personalized coaching sessions with Natural Grocers' Nutritional Health Coaches (NHCs), and a guest presenter series geared towards providing education on health and wellness. "We are so proud...
Boulder, CO—Natural Habitats, creator of the educational platform Palm Done Right, announced a partnership with Spinster Sisters. The two companies will work with retailers and brands to educate consumers about producing palm oil that is 100% organic, deforestation-free, wildlife friendly, fair and social. “We are thrilled to have Spinster Sisters join our...
Coca Cola Co. is discontinuing its Zico coconut water brand and considering getting rid of some less-popular versions of Coke and Diet Coke, according to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ). WSJ quotes a Coke spokeswoman as saying the decision to discontinue Zico by the end of the year “comes at...
Toronto, Canada—Wellness Natural has acquired SimplyProtein, a nutritional snacking brand previously owned by Simply Good Foods USA, Inc., according to a press release. "I've had the pleasure of working on SimplyProtein throughout my tenure at Simply Good Foods, and developed a true passion for the brand and its positioning within...
Denver, CO—Cappello's has announced the closing of its Series B funding with investments pledged by Alliance Consumer Growth and Finn Capital Partners. The new funds, according to the company, will help expand its offerings, drive new distribution and connect with new consumers. “We want to thank our partners for their support and...
Oakland, CA—Belcampo has reported that approximately 8,000 acres of land on its farm at the base of Mount Shasta have burned in the Zogg Fire. No employees, animals or structures have been harmed or lost and the supply chain is not expected to be affected, according to a company press...
Sanford, Fl—Smart Baking Company has been placed on Orlando Business Journal's 2020 Fast 50 list and the Elite 50 list. “We’re honored to be on these lists and in such great company among growing Central Florida businesses,” said Harvey Heuvel, CEO of Smart Baking Company, in a press release. “But...
Phoenix, AZ—Sprouts Farmers Market has been recognized by EPA’s GreenChill Program for using environmentally friendlier commercial refrigeration systems that reduce refrigerant emissions and decrease environmental impacts. “Sprouts proudly supports the EPA’s GreenChill Program which has helped us better understand our stores’ material impact and take action to operate in a...
Battle Bars has released a new packaging for its line of pre/post workout protein bars. This new design highlights the “Facts Up Front” – key ingredients explicitly listed, highlighted nutritional values, no artificial sugars, infused with collagen and antioxidants, all hand-crafted to create an explosive flavor experience, the company claims.
Providence, RI—United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) has reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2020, and has announced CEO Steven Spinner’s intention to retire. Highlights of the fourth quarter, according to a press release, include: Net sales increased 0.4% to $6.75 billion, an 8.0% increase on a...
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