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The wholesome goodness of farm fresh frozen blueberries in Sorbatto’s allergen-free, healthy dessert make delicious desserts accessible to all rooted in a transformative business model. September 18, 2019 (Yakima, Washington) – The plant-based food industry in the US has topped over $3.3 billion in 2018 with retail sales up 20%, …
September, 2019
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19 September
Great Little Box Company Shines at Packaging Competitions
B.C.-based company wins big in fall packaging competitions for corrugated, folding carton and labels. VANCOUVER, B.C., September, 2019 — Great Little Box Company Ltd. (GLBC) announced today that it has won 1st place and the coveted Judge’s Choice award in two categories at the AICC’s 2019 Independent Packaging Design Competition. This biannual event …
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16 September
Coffee Association of Canada Celebrates National Coffee Day by the Numbers
TORONTO, Sept. 16, 2019 /CNW/ – With 14 days until National Coffee Day (September 29, 2019), the Coffee Association of Canada is celebrating Canada’s favourite beverage… by the numbers… Coffee by the Numbers 1* Coffee is the most popular beverage among adult Canadians over 16 – even more than tap water. …
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14 September
Gold Seal® Celebrates 100 Years of Excellence in Sustainable Seafood
Historic Canadian brand looks back at milestone moments in honour of centennial Richmond, BC (September 12, 2019) – This fall, Gold Seal®, a leading supplier of canned seafood under the leadership of Ocean Brands, will mark a milestone achievement as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. In the century since the Gold Seal brand …
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14 September
Online Grocery Ordering Increases Revenue by 15.8%, According to New Research Report from Incisiv
Digital grocery sales will reach $150B by 2025, accounting for 14% of overall sales; however, online grocery ordering today is largely unprofitable New York, NY – Sept. 13, 2019 — Digital grocery sales will double over the next two years, and the number of grocers offering click & collect and third-party …
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13 September
Representative Jim McGovern to Keynote Washington Conference
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 12, 2019) – Representative Jim McGovern (D-MA) will keynote Tuesday morning’s Opening General Session Breakfast, September 17, during this year’s annual United Fresh Washington Conference. First elected to Congress in 1996, Rep. McGovern now serves as Chairman of the powerful House Rules Committee. A steadfast leader in …
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13 September
GreenSpace Brands Announces 1058 New Facings in Major US Grocery chain for Go Veggie brand and is named to the Growth 500 list as the 17th Fastest Growing Company in Canada
TSXV: JTR www.greenspacebrands.ca (all amounts in Cdn$ unless otherwise noted) TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2019 /CNW/ – GreenSpace Brands Inc. (“the Company”) (TSXV: JTR) today announced that it has won significant new distribution for up to 6 SKU’s in nearly 2000 stores in one of the largest US retail chains, and placed …
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10 September
GILLETTE AND TERRACYLE PARTNER TO MAKE ALL RAZORS NATIONALLY RECYCLABLE
TORONTO, (September 9, 2019) – Gillette, in partnership with international recycling leader TerraCycle, announce for the first-time in Canada, that all brands of disposable razors, replaceable-blade cartridge units and razor plastic packaging are recyclable on a national scale. Through the innovative partnership consumers are invited to recycle their razors in two …
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6 September
California Food Expo – September 9 – 10, 2019
Expanded Educational Sessions & Featured Speaker Line-Up Sponsors, exhibitors and pre-qualified buyer attendees can expect to hear from the food industry’s most trusted research firms and top executives from California’s leading food companies. Join sessions including Retailer and Foodservice Future Trends; Transparency & Sustainability; Food Brand Pioneers; and more… Learn …
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6 September
Fresh Is Best Salsa & Co rolls out NEW BAG SIZE
700g Tri flavour Tortilla Chips Fresh Is Best Tri Flavoured Tortilla Chips have been a staple in grocery stores in Western Canada for the past 20 years. “Localicious” these chips are locally delicious made in the BC interior @ Kamloops B.C. Chili, jalapeno and stoneground yellow corn provide something for …