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After piloting in multiple markets, including the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Japan, it is in France, with the leadership of Carrefour, that TerraCycle’s reuse platform, Loop, has reached industrial scale, with more than 370 products available across 345 supermarkets nationwide. YORK, ONTARIO, September 29, 2025 — What was once …
September, 2025
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30 September
Global snack market reaches USD 693 billion in retail sales: Euromonitor International
The global snack market reached USD 693 billion in retail sales in 2024, representing a 2.4% increase Savoury snacks remain the leading snack category with a 35% category share Innovation in snacks is driving the convergence of industry verticals London, UK – The global snack market continues its upward trajectory, …
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30 September
Lactalis Canada Celebrates Canadian Dairy with New Made For Canadian Moments Campaign
National retail campaign brings together company’s iconic cheese, yogurt and milk and cream dairy brands Toronto, ON, (September 26, 2025) – Canadian dairy leader Lactalis Canada is pleased to announce the launch of its first-ever national, multi-brand retail campaign “Made For Canadian Moments”. Running September 26 to November 15, 2025, “Made …
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30 September
KAPI KAPI INTRODUCES NEW DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
MIAMI (Sept 24, 2025) – Kapi Kapi Growers, a leading global grower-shipper of sustainably grown pineapples, bananas and plantains announces the appointment of Eddy Navas as Director of Business Development. Based in Miami, Navas will lead the company’s business development efforts, strengthen customer relationships, and implement strategic sales practices to fuel Kapi …
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30 September
Ocean Wise Unveils “Invest in the Ocean” Campaign
A global call to action showcasing how strategic investment in ocean health fuels climate resilience, biodiversity, and sustainable economies VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Ocean Wise, the global conservation organization with nearly 70 years in ocean conservation, is proud to announce the launch of its new …
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30 September
IBIE 2025 MARKS LARGEST SHOW IN ITS 105-YEAR HISTORY
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 23, 2025) — The International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE), the Western Hemisphere’s largest and most comprehensive baking event, returned to Las Vegas September 13–17, bringing together thousands of baking professionals, suppliers, and artisans. Once again, IBIE 2025 equipped the global baking community with the tools, knowledge, and connections to tackle …
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23 September
High Stakes, High Impact: $20 million from the Weston Family Foundation awarded to cutting-edge health research projects at the forefront of innovation
McGill University and University of Alberta each awarded $10M to pursue bold research with transformational potential to redefine health outcomes for Canadians TORONTO, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a move to take bold, calculated risks to transform health innovation in Canada, the Weston Family Foundation today announced $20 …
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22 September
Trailblazers and Innovators Take Centre Stage at CHFA’s First Annual Industry Achievement Awards
TORONTO — September 22, 2025: The Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA) hosted its reimagined CHFA Industry Achievement Awards, dedicated to recognizing excellence and innovation in the natural, organic, and wellness (NOW) industry on Saturday, September 21. CEO Bob Oommen and the A.Vogel/Bioforce Canada Team took home the Brand Excellence Award …
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22 September
EarthSuds Wins “Most Innovative Product” at CHFA Launch Pad During CHFA NOW Toronto 2025
TORONTO, ONTARIO — September 22, 2025: In front of a packed crowd of industry leaders, retailers, and natural health product enthusiasts, EarthSuds was officially crowned the Most Innovative Product at CHFA Launch Pad, held during this past weekend. The winning brand took home a prize package valued at over $55,000, securing its place as one of Canada’s …
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22 September
Chapman’s Expands Production Facility with $27 Million Support from Invest Ontario
Canadian ice cream manufacturer is growing as they increase their production with a new 175,000 square foot, multimillion-dollar facility. Markdale, ON Construction has begun on Chapman’s new production facility in Markdale, Ontario, as they look to expand their product offering and boost production capabilities. On September 19, Chapman’s welcomed the Premier of …