Perdue Farms responds to water pollution call
Poultry giant Perdue Farms has responded to pressure on several leading US meat firms to tighten focus on water use, highlighting the actions it has already taken on the issue.
Archives for November 21, 2016
BjornQorn’s mission-driven sun-popped corn attracts both buyers and brand collaborations
There’s a poetic ring to the moniker ‘sun-popped corn’ that is sure to attract intrigued customers to grab a bag. But BjornQorn’s story goes deeper than the romantic image of corn kernels sitting under the sun until it pops into one of America’s most...
Canadian pork receives restored Argentinian access
The Canadian pork industry has welcomed restored access to the Argentinian market which could be worth $16 million (m) annually.
Consumers feel more connected to retailers that reflect their communities, C Space survey finds
Offering a small selection of locally produced food and beverages is no longer enough to set retailers apart -- now the entire store needs to reflect the community it serves to succeed in an increasingly competitive market, suggests new survey data from...
Americanna spearheads edibles market by launching first Cannabis puffs
The cannabis industry just welcomed a new edibles format, puffs, thanks to one of the major edibles brands in the US market, Americanna.
Revolution Foods plans aggressive retail expansion, on track to generate $130m in revenue in 2016
Ten years after launch, Oakland, CA-based Revolution Foods is on course to generate revenues of $130m in 2016, up 25% vs 2015, and expects to continue on the same trajectory in 2017 as more kids and families discover its “kid-inspired, chef-crafted”...
Americans' desire for international food remains strong despite rising nationalism
A renewed nationalism by a vocal portion of the US population, fueled by Trump’s presidential campaign and victory, likely will not dampen consumers’ desire for international flavors and dishes, according to some trendologists.
Kombucha and fermented beverages category grew 32% in year to October 2, says SPINS
Brew Dr Kombucha poised for growth as fermented trend gains momentum
According to SPINS data*, retail sales of refrigerated kombucha and fermented beverages** surged 32% to $375.4m (natural, specialty, conventional multi-outlet) in the year to October 2, but with household penetration still very low, there is still...
13 food giants pledge to ‘redouble’ climate change efforts at COP22
A coalition of food industry giants pledged to “redouble their efforts” in combating carbon emissions, carbon dioxide and deforestation, at the COP22 meeting in Morocco last week.