Bakery
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Flowers Baking Co. in Opelika Will Permanently Close in December, Impacting 146 Employees
September 20, 2019Flowers Baking Co. of Opelika, located at 101 Simmons St., will permanently close on December 20, 2019 due to production inefficiencies and decreased volume. The announcement was made Monday to the bakery’s 146 employees. The thrift store along 2nd Avenue in Opelika will remain open. …
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The Original Cakerie Announces Major Expansion of London, Ontario Plant
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Stop & Shop Introduces The Mini Bakery at Milford, Massachusetts, Store
September 19, 2019
Dairy
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How Hibernating Products Is Expanding Arla’s Portfolio Worldwide
September 20, 2019Distance is no longer a difficulty for one of Europe’s largest dairy cooperatives, which has pioneered an innovative, natural, no preservative transport solution for fresh dairy products. The new technology is enabling Arla Foods’ European heritage to travel internationally, creating global growth opportunities. …
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Eating Cheese May Offset Blood Vessel Damage From Salt
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Straus Family Creamery Celebrates Three New Farms From Rural West Marin
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Vermont Picked as 1 of 3 Regional Dairy Innovation Centers
September 19, 2019
Deli
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WinCup First in U.S. to Produce Marine and Soil Biodegradable Straws
September 20, 2019Plans for a national rollout of this innovative new straw are underway and product will be available later this year. Increased consumer demand for more soil and ocean-friendly disposable products spurred the company’s exploration into a viable solution. …
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OiL Chef Wins Best New Product 2019 Award at Restaurant and Hotel Trade Show
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How Goat Rodeo Came Up With a Winning Cheese
September 19, 2019
Floral
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American Floral Endowment Names Two New Funds
September 20, 2019The first new named fund is The Retail Florist’s Continued Education Fund. The second new named fund is The Garcia Family Fund, established by The Pete Garcia Company. …
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Save the Date for the HilverdaFlorist House Show
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Danziger’s Varieties Win Two Gold Medal Awards
September 19, 2019
Meat & Poultry
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Rio Valley Meat BBQ Takes Home Grand Champion Title at 40th American Royal World Series of Barbecue Open Competition
September 20, 2019“We’re so proud of these accomplished pitmasters winning with high-quality Smithfield Fresh Pork,” said Tim Zimmer, chief marketing officer for Smithfield Foods. “Congratulations to all of this year’s winners – we thank you for representing us at one of the most distinguished competitions and for continuing to share our commitment and passion for barbecue!” …
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Beefing Up Sales: Impacts on Retail and Exports of Beef
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Impossible Foods Makes Global Grocery Store Debut at Gelson’s
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Beef Loving Texans Announces Season 2 Of “BBQuest”
September 19, 2019
Produce
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Just Picked: The Fresh Market’s Latest ‘Meet The Curators’ Episode Puts the Spotlight on Produce
September 20, 2019In the newest episode of the specialty grocer’s “Meet the Curators” series, viewers learn that not all fruits and vegetables are created equal and what differentiates The Fresh Market in terms of quality based on higher specifications, freshness built on long-term, trusted grower relationships and taste through offering a wide assortment of unique and seasonal varieties. …
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The National Mango Board Awards the Top Mango Displays Across the U.S.
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Updated Perishable Food Transportation Guidelines Now Available
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Ocean Mist Farms Launches Destini Store Locator to Official Website
September 20, 2019
Retail & FoodService
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Aramark Honors 30 Leaders and Supporters with Hispanic Heritage Month 30/30 Award
September 20, 2019The 2019 HHM 30/30 honoree class are members of Aramark’s IMPACTO employee resource group, whose mission is to provide impactful contributions to the business that builds a multicultural adept workforce, an inclusive workplace and awareness of Hispanic market place insights to support growth and consumer engagement. …
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Sweetgreen and FoodCorps Partner to Reimagine School Cafeterias
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UniPro Foodservice Adds New Member
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WinCup First in U.S. to Produce Marine and Soil Biodegradable Straws
September 20, 2019
Seafood
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Aquaculture Industry is Headed for a Sea Change
September 20, 2019As the world’s population grows, and wild-capture fisheries either are maxed out or declining, farmed seafood options will become an increasingly important source of animal protein, according to a new Nature Conservancy and Encourage Capital report. …
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BBNC to Acquire Two Giants of Alaska’s Pacific Cod Fishery
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Data Released on Losses to Louisiana Fisheries From Flooding
September 19, 2019