News Releases

May, 2022

• 17 May

  Co-op commits to reducing plastic use

  

  (April 4, 2022) Saskatoon – Federated Co-operatives Limited, on behalf of 160 local Co-ops across Western Canada, has signed the Canada Plastics Pact (CPP), committing to reducing problematic plastics throughout our supply chain.   “Signing this Pact signals our collective commitment to focus on the sustainability of our communities in our business …
• 16 May

  Coresight on US Online Grocery: Amazon vs. Walmart/Sam’s Club, Delivery, YoY Growth & More

  

  This Monday, May 16th, Coresight Research will publish their fifth annual U.S. Online Grocery Report, a comprehensive analysis of omnichannel grocery buying patterns, retailers, clash of the titans, delivery and more. The 2022 report includes the following key topics: The 4-year trajectory, into the pandemic and beyond, of online grocery’s popularityThe most-shopped retailers …
• 16 May

  VertiFarm 2022 set to launch with a broad range of exhibitors

  

  PRESS CONTACTWestfalenhallen UnternehmensgruppeRobin UhlenbruchPress Spokesman/Marketing & SalesT +49 231 1204-378presse@vertifarm.de No. 75/2022 VertiFarm 2022 set to launch with a broad range of exhibitorsThe new trade show for innovative, sustainable cultivation and breeding methods of the future VertiFarm, the international trade show for next-level farming and new food systems, will be …
• 16 May

  Natexpo: local organic in all its forms

  

  Half of the French population say that they have changed shopping habits or eating patterns over the past three years, by adopting locally-sourced products and short supply chains.  Read Press Release here This movement is set to gain momentum, in particular due to growing awareness of the importance of food …
• 13 May

  WILD ROSE BREWERY EMBRACES SUSTAINABILITY WITH FIRST-TO-MARKET ECO-INITIATIVE

  

  Cardboard eco-carriers to improve recyclability and reduce CO2 emissions CALGARY (May 11, 2022)– Calgary’s Wild Rose Brewery (“Wild Rose”) is pleased to announce the implementation of a first-to-market sustainable practice across Alberta with the introduction of cardboard eco-carriers. The new carriers will replace the plastic carriers previously used to join …
• 11 May

  Righteous Invests In Their People

  

  Righteous Gelato is a Living Wage Employer in the Province of Alberta May 11th, 2022 (Calgary, Alberta) – Righteous Gelato has been certified as a Living Wage Employer in the province of Alberta. Alberta Living Wage Network works to advance a coordinated living wage movement in Alberta. Paying a living …
• 11 May

  FOOTHILLS CREAMERY AND CALGARY FLAMES LAUNCH ‘C OF RED CINNAMALT SWIRL’ ICE CREAM IN GROCERY RETAIL AS PLAYOFF SEASON COMMENCES

  

  Fan-favourite Saddledome soft serve reimagined for at home consumption CALGARY (May 10, 2022) – In celebration of Calgary’s current Stanley Cup playoff run, Foothills Creamery and the Calgary Flames are bringing a taste of the Scotiabank Saddledome (“Saddledome”) into the homes of hockey and ice cream fans across the city. …
• 10 May

  Great Little Box Company named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 2022

  

  VANCOUVER, B.C., May 10, 2022 — Great Little Box Company Ltd/ Ideon Packaging (GLBC) has been recognized for overall business performance and sustained growth with the prestigious Canada’s Best Managed Companies designation. The 2022 Best Managed program award winners are amongst the best-in-class of Canadian owned and managed companies demonstrating …
• 10 May

  FRESHCAP TAKES FAN-FAVORITE COLA-FLAVORED MUSHROOM GUMMIES TO MARKET

  

  Unique Flavor Profile and Effective Ingredients for a Winning Combination For Immediate Release:  Edmonton, CANADA, April 12, 2022 – FreshCap announced the launch of their newest fan-favorite product, a cola-flavored mushroom gummy with notes of sweet caramel, vanilla, and spice. Packed with 500mg of fully extracted organic mushroom fruiting body …
• 10 May

  Fresh Direct Produce Group of Companies Requalifies for Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Status

  

  Vancouver, BC – May 10th, 2022 – Fresh Direct Produce Ltd. (“Fresh Direct”), and its partner companies Mike & Mike’s Organics, Islands West Manufacturers, and Emperor Specialty Foods are honoured to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies over the past decade.   This prestigious national award is sponsored by CIBC, …