HelloFresh and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products Launch Limited-Edition Buddy the Elf Spaghetti Meal Kits

December 5, 2022 HelloFresh

HelloFresh and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products are spreading holiday cheer like never before with the launch of limited-edition Buddy the Elf™ Spaghetti meal kits.

Imperial Dade Adds Scale in Northeast, Acquires Country Clean

December 5, 2022 Imperial Dade

Imperial Dade, a leading distributor of foodservice packaging and janitorial supplies, today announced the acquisition of Country Clean Paper Supplies (“Country Clean” or the “Company”). The transaction represents the 58th acquisition for Imperial Dade under the leadership of Robert and Jason Tillis, Chairman and CEO of Imperial Dade, respectively. Financial terms of the private transaction were not disclosed.

WinCup Releases New phade Sustainable Boba Straws

December 5, 2022 WinCup

Eco-minded boba tea enthusiasts nationwide are now able to enjoy their favorite beverage without using a straw that harms the environment. WinCup, Inc., the manufacturer of phade®, the world’s first marine biodegradable, home and industrial compostable Caribbean blue drinking straw, has released a new bubble tea-sized straw for boba, smoothie and milkshake drinkers. The boba straw’s wider size is more suitable for thicker liquids while incorporating phade’s® superior sustainable technology.

Healthy Hedonism: EXBERRY by GNT Identifies Disruptive New Color Trend

December 5, 2022 GNT Group

A bold new era of “Healthy Hedonism” is inspiring a radical rethink of what is possible with natural colors, according to trend analysis by GNT.

IFPA Releases a Powerful Year in Review for 2022

International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) released the IFPA 2022 Year in Review, a reflection on the successes, priorities, and member experiences over 2022, IFPA’s first year as an association. The review is a multimedia tour of association highlights and headlines, to celebrate all that the association has accomplished this year with the support of and on behalf of the industry and association members.