The Giant Company Announces Leadership Appointment

March 27, 2024 GIANT Company

In her new role, Joanna Crishock will lead center store omnichannel merchandising, including non-foods (health, pet, baby, and seasonal), frozen, dairy, and center store, beer/wine and DSD, beverage, snacks, and global flavors. 

Chick-fil-A Drops ‘No Antibiotics’ Pledge on Chicken, Citing Supply

The new standard will instead allow the company to use chickens that have been treated with antibiotics, although not those drugs “that are important to human medicine and commonly used to treat people.”

McDonald’s to Sell Krispy Kreme Nationwide; Doughnut Maker’s Shares Jump

March 26, 2024 Amelia Lucas, CNBC

The rollout will start in the second half of this year, but it will take roughly two and a half years as Krispy Kreme more than doubles its distribution to satisfy the partnership. For the duration of the agreement, McDonald’s will be the exclusive fast-food partner for Krispy Kreme in the U.S.

New Online Toolkit Offers Guidance to Grantees Looking for Partners in Retail Grocery

The toolkit was put together to help GusNIP grant recipients, or grantees, acclimate themselves to the challenges involved in partnering with grocery stores.  It contains 54 resources, including project planning guidance, information on point-of-sale technology, background on the grocery industry and more, including a grocery project-planning tool.

Sabert Sets New Standards in Sustainable Food Packaging with the Introduction of Earthtel r-PRO Bowls and Containers

March 26, 2024 Sabert

Designed with sustainability in mind, the Earthtel™ r-PRO™ line is a groundbreaking solution for foodservice operators looking to reduce their environmental footprint. The new eco-friendly and innovative round bowls and containers feature a sleek design and curated stone color, providing a modern, upscale look that enhances both cool and warm-toned foods.