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...
City of Industry, CA—AIDP, Inc. has announced an exclusive sales distribution agreement with Immundyne Nutritional. “As AIDP expands our immunity portfolio, we looked for the highest quality ingredients with unique positioning and proven results,” said Mark Thurston, president of AIDP, in a press release. “We are pleased to represent PureMune...
Washington, D.C.—The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), in light of COVID-19, moved their annual Day on the Hill federal advocacy event to an online drive, according to a press release. The Supplement Advocacy Send-In encouraged member companies to contact congressional representatives about industry issues. One issue in particular: cannabidiol and...
University Park, PA—Cannabinoid-containing products may alter the effects of some prescription drugs, according to a new study from Penn State College of Medicine. The researchers compiled a list of 57 medications that may not function as intended when used with medical cannabinoids, CBD oil, and marijuana, a press release explains.
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...
Washington, D.C.—Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) has tapped Elevate to work with NSF International to offer a single auditing solution for fresh produce growers pursuing EFI certification, according to a press release. Elevate’s global team will be an official certifying body, with NSF International providing food safety and pest management audit...
Westport, CT—SeriousFun Children’s Network, a network of camps and programs that serve children living with more than 50 medical conditions, has designed virtual experiences for these children, who often rely on them to remain connected to friends, according to a press release. To help the network during this difficult time,...
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