Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers were spending more on restaurant dining every year, with less of their paychecks going to home-cooked meals. COVID-19 has stopped, or perhaps just paused, that trend, findings from FMI- The Food industry Association (FMI) U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends 2020 report suggest. The report, prepared...
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...
Bengaluru, India—The Dr. Majeed Foundation, a non-profit institution established by Dr. Muhammed Majeed, Founder and Chairman of Sami-Sabinsa Group, shared news of efforts to support people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in India. The foundation has distributed 3,600 kits containing essential food items, protective equipment, hand sanitizers, and health supplements,...
Kutztown, PA—Rodale Institute will hold its Annual Organic Field Day virtually in 2020, according to a press release. The event will take place July 13-17. It will offer more than 15 pre-recorded, in-field video presentations ranging from 15-20 minutes long for registrants to access at their convenience, and live Q&A...
Chicago, IL—3BL Media has named ADM to its annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing outstanding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies, according to a press release. The ranking is based on 141 ESG transparency and performance factors in eight pillars:...
Eugene, OR—GloryBee, a 45-year-old honey and natural ingredient company, announced the permanent closure of their Highway 99 and Airport Rd., Eugene, location. Customers will still be able to purchase GloryBee products and beekeeping supplies via e-commerce, as well as from other local retailers, the company announced in a press release.
VitaminSea Seaweed has introduced a line of seaweed products. Ranging from edible snacks and animal supplements to home and garden products, their seaweed line contains vitamins and minerals, protein, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids, and is a natural source of iodine. The edible seaweed is sold in many varieties, such...
Good Dee’s has launched a Signature Blend sweetener featuring two simple ingredients and 0 grams net carbs. A 1:1 sugar replacement, Good Dee’s Signature Blend Low-Carb Sweetener is sugar alcohol-free and vegan, featuring a low-calorie combination of allulose and monk fruit. This sweetener is also gluten-, soy-, wheat-, nut-, and...
