Natural Grocers wins food-labeling case
A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of Natural Grocers, the Center for Food Safety and other plaintiffs challenging U.S. Department of Agriculture rules under the Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard Act. Natural Grocers led the lawsuit to uphold consumers' right to clear, accurate and easily accessible information about their food.The decision overturns three major loopholes that plaintiffs argued would have kept consumers in the dark:
Spice World opens new R&D kitchen
Spice World recently opened its expanded R&D kitchen at its company headquarters in Orlando, FL. Named for the company’s cofounder and matriarch, the Ann Caneza Culinary Innovation Center will provide a new space for collaboration and ideation focused on driving next-level innovation.
Bee Sweet Citrus launches campaign with NBCUniversal
Bee Sweet Citrus is partnering with NBCUniversal for a new recruitment campaign. Now through April, two commercials will air on Telemundo in local Central Valley markets in California, highlighting generational leadership and management opportunities at Bee Sweet Citrus.
Ivory wedding inspiration with David Austin Wedding Roses
Alexandra Farms' David Austin Wedding Roses offer a curated alternative to trend-driven sources and focus on a luxurious, monochromatic aesthetic. From bouquets to table arrangements, each element is intentional, cohesive and understated.
Market Minute: Green Bell peppers primed for promotion
Green Bell peppers are highly popular and are a main staple item mostly used as a cooking ingredient. Budget-conscious consumers often choose them over other colored varieties because they are more affordable.California and Florida grow the most Bell peppers in the U.S. with Georgia ranking third. The most common colors grown are green, red, yellow and orange. The green being the most popular and red being the sweetest.
Ark Foods offering versatile bagged pepper line
Ark Foods is putting peppers in the spotlight. As home cooks settle back into everyday routines, the modern-day farming company is highlighting its lineup of bagged specialty peppers, a standout collection designed to bring variety and inspiration to the produce aisle.
JOH names new SVP of strategy
JOH has hired Peter Poutre as senior vice president of strategy. In his new role, he will collaborate with division leaders to guide corporate strategy, support growth and help shape JOH’s future while staying true to the values that have guided the company for 70 years.Poutre brings more than three decades of retail experience across grocery, club and dollar channels, with a career defined by operational excellence, category expertise and a people-first approach to building teams and partnerships.
Food Lion partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Food Lion announced a three-year partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America and will invest $250,000 in 20 local Boys & Girls Club programs across Food Lion’s 10-state footprint. Food Lion Feeds is the omnichannel retailer’s hunger-relief platform, committed to addressing food insecurity in the towns and cities it serves.
Rivermaid Trading Co. hires Chris Medeiros as export sales manager
Rivermaid Trading Co. has hired Chris Medeiros as export sales manager.Medeiros has deep roots and extensive experience in production agriculture, packing operations, commercial strategy and brand development. His career has focused on aligning quality and consistency from orchard to consumers.