Retail & FoodService
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Smart Solutions, integrated within the Pepper app, offers manufacturers several modules to advertise with, including native banner ads, sponsored search keywords and lead generation through sample requests. Campaign results are monitored and reported back to participating suppliers, maintaining transparency into campaign effectiveness. Early campaign results have shown an average of 8x return on ad sales (ROAS), while certain campaigns have seen as much as 15x return on investment. …
Produce
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The premium table grape category continues to experience dynamic changes as demand for its top-tier varieties and programs remains at the top of retailers’ minds across the globe. In response, Four Star Fruit, a leading grower of organic and conventional table grapes, solidifies its position as a frontrunner in the industry with the recent acquisition from Agriculture Capital of Columbine Vineyards’ Holiday® grape program. …
Deli
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International Dairy Deli Bakery Association Announces IDDBA 2024 What’s in Store Live Sneak Peek
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) Bakery, Dairy, Deli May 9, 2024
Led by the association’s education team, the resource is constantly updated to support IDDBA’s Six Guiding Trends, industry trends, economic and labor challenges, and expert insights. One of the most exciting times is when it comes to life during IDDBA’s flagship event. …
Floral
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The main objectives of the study are to explore the scope of sustainable practices currently being incorporated into retail floral businesses, understand perceived barriers, determine current feedback and questions that retailers are fielding from consumers on sustainable practices, and find opportunities for improved resources and education to fill any existing gaps. …
Bakery
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The streets of Tokyo are filled with soft pink floral drinks and snacks in spring, but they can also be found on supermarket shelves abroad. Enter the search terms ‘Japan + spring’ in Google and you’ll find pretty much exclusively dreamy soft pink imagery. Consumers around the world are mesmerized by the dreamy looks and the Japanese flair of sakura. …
Seafood
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Kurt Grinnell Aquaculture Scholarship Foundation Names New President: Jaiden Grinnell Bosick to Head up Organization Created to Carry Out Her Father’s Legacy
The Kurt Grinnell Aquaculture Scholarship Foundation (KGASF) Seafood May 9, 2024
Jaiden Grinnell Bosick—one of Kurt Grinnell’s two daughters, who fishes commercially in Alaska—will not only lead the 12-person board but will continue to direct the KGASF’s Scholarship Selection Committee, a role she has filled since the organization was founded. …
Dairy
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With summertime activities approaching, American Dairy Association North East is offering free online “Customized Communications Coaching” workshops for dairy farmers and dairy advocates to prepare for conversations with consumers about dairy. …
Meat & Poultry
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Amylu Foods’ strategic decision to acquire Klement’s Sausage Company is a testament to its dedication to providing premium, high-quality meat products. This acquisition will not only enable Amylu Foods to diversify its product range into new categories, such as snack sticks and summer sausages but also enhance its production capacity, paving the way for further growth. …