Retail & FoodService
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GS1 US has published a new suite of resources to help companies address the requirements of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Safety Modernization Act Traceability Rule (FSMA Rule 204). The documents are designed to help trading partners understand how they can use GS1 Standards to meet the stringent recordkeeping requirements for “high-risk” foods. …
Produce
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Fans, volunteers, staff and players at one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in North America will soon be able to enjoy the iconic event in a refreshingly new and healthy way. …
Deli
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Oregon-based Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) – the fastest-growing cheese brand in the country – announced several top honors were secured at the World Championship Cheese Contest. The contest has been hosted by the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association biennially since 1957 and is the world’s premier technical cheese, butter, and yogurt competition. …
Bakery
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The Pomegranate Fiber, which is upcycled from POM Wonderful pomegranate husks after juicing, is a GRAS, fiber-dense powder that can be used in a variety of food applications, including crackers, sauces, dressings, baked goods and plant-based food. …
Seafood
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HB66 gives businesses the option of labeling fish or shrimp as imported, rather than as being from a specific country. The bill also requires that fish and shrimp be labeled as farm-raised or wild fish. All provisions related to advertising fish and shrimp were removed from the bill. …
Dairy
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Califia Farms®, a leading, premium, plant-based beverage brand, announced the launch of Organic Almond Creamers, the only plant-based creamers on the market that are USDA Certified Organic and made with simple ingredients and no gums or oils. Available in three delicious flavors – Lavender, Brown Sugar, and Vanilla – the creamers are available now at Whole Foods Market, Sprouts Farmers Market, and specialty natural stores nationwide with a suggested retail price of $6.79. …
Meat & Poultry
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As part of a company commitment to inspire the next generation of farmers, Perdue Farms has renewed its support of the National FFA Organization’s Give the Gift of Blue program with a $20,000 grant funded through the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation. This donation is part of the company’s Delivering Hope to Our Neighbors® outreach focused on improving quality of life and building strong communities. …