Guadalajara/Jalisco, Méx—Sesajal, producer of oils, grains, seeds, has taken a minority investment in Rhythm Superfoods. The two companies will partner to drive growth, expand capacity, as well as increase investments in marketing initiatives and new product innovation, according to a press release. “We couldn’t be more thrilled to continue our partnership with...
Oakland, CA—Belcampo has announced the launch of its partner farm program, which will involve working with family-owned ranches in Northern California. Belcampo will provide partner farms with tools, education, and market opportunities to transition them to a more sustainable, humane, and regenerative model of agriculture, including Certified Humane animal handling...
Greensboro, NC—The Fresh Market announced that, in the wake of the tragic deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and many others, the company is taking an active role to fight racism and discrimination. As part of its commitment, The Fresh Market has pledged to donate $250,000 to the...
Naperville, IL—KeHE Distributors reported that its virtual Holiday Show, Holidays of Hope, which took place June 8-15, as a record-breaking success drawing retailers from across the U.S. joining in to experience fourth quarter buying. “The success of this year’s Holidays of Hope virtual show was a culmination of the company’s proactive...
Virtual—A healthy immune system begins with the food you give it. Unfortunately, there are lots of people who get that wrong. Fortunately, it’s a problem that can be addressed.* At the #NaturallyInformed event Taking Control of the Immunity & Wellness Market, which took place June 11-12, keynote speaker Mark Hyman,...
Long Pond, PA—Pocono Organics, one of Rodale Institute’s largest satellite farms, announced the opening of its organic farm, food market, and cafe to the public on June 18. According to a press release, Pocono Organics is one of the largest public-facing regenerative organic farms in North America, and a global center...
Monterey, CA—Total organic fresh produce sales and volume continue their double digit growth, with May sales and volume increasing 16% from the same period in 2019, according to the May 2020 Organic Produce Performance Report released by the Organic Produce Network and Category Partners. As consumers continue eating at-home, May...
Boulder, CO—Let There Be Hemp has joined Palm Done Right as a new brand partner, according to a press release. “As a better-for-you snack company, we believe in using the highest quality ingredients that are sourced from farmers and processors working according to sustainable practices,” said Let There Be Hemp...
New York, NY—COVID-19 is upending the food shopping patterns employed by financially insecure families, according to researchers from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health. To facilitate shopping for these families and to guide policy change around this crisis, these researchers have developed a web mapping tool that details states...
Chicago, IL— SPINS, in collaboration with Innit, has launched a new tool for retailers interested in streamlining the e-commerce experience for consumers. Retailers can use this product to make better product recommendations, enable recipe- and nutrition-driven shopping, personalized e-commerce, and provide step-by-step cooking assistance, according to a press release from SPINS.
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