Western Grocer Serving the industry since 1916
What a pleasant surprise it was for Aurora Importing to have been nominated as one of the finalists at last nights Loacker global distributors conference in Koln Germany and what a big thrill it was when we heard our name called out as the inaugural winner of the Marketing Award …
January, 2019
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30 January
Zenabis to develop cannabis-infused kombucha in Canada after acquiring True Buch Kombucha
Zenabis has completed the acquisition of 51% of Hillsboro Corp Inc., a Canadian cultured tea beverage company known for its True Buch Kombucha, adding a new product line Vancouver, British Columbia – January 29, 2019 – Zenabis Global Inc. (“Zenabis”) (TSXV: ZENA) is pleased to announce that Zenabis has completed …
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29 January
Seapoint Farms Introduces First-Ever Edamame-Based Low-Carb Rice Alternative: RICED
Riced, Not Rice! Seapoint Farms Introduces Riced — First-To-Market Line of Low-Carb & 100% Grain-Free Edamame-Based Rice AlternativesPacked With Deliciously Authentic Flavor & Essential Plant-Based Protein Gluten-Free New Line Available in Two Varieties: Riced Edamame & Riced Medley (Edamame, Cauliflower & Sweet Potato) HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA., JANUARY 23, 2019 –Fresh …
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28 January
Trends In-Depth – Reviewing the Shift From the Rise of Plant-based Products to the Rise of the Conscious Carnivore and Ethical Protein
The 2019 Nourish Trend Report, our third annual look at the forces shaping the food and beverage industries, came out just last month. The common threads among the trends we covered are shifts; shifts in behaviours, perceptions, and demographics. Each month, we’re going to take a closer look at one …
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26 January
QUADREAL AND LOBLAW PARTNER AT THE POST
Vancouver, BC – QuadReal Property Group is pleased to announce that Loblaw Companies Limited will be the new grocery partner at The Post, a dynamic office and retail heritage development taking shape at the site of the former Canada Post building in downtown Vancouver. As Canada’s food …
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25 January
LIGHTLIFE WOWS WITH A PLANT-BASED BURGER THAT WINS ON TASTE, NUTRITION, AND INGREDIENTS IN NEW PRODUCT LINE THAT SHINES IN THE MEAT AISLE
Plant-based pioneer is positioned for record growth with category-leading pea protein innovation, a full brand redesign, and the largest consumer campaign in its 40-year history. CHICAGO, IL (January 23, 2019) – Lightlife Foods (“Lightlife”), the #1 refrigerated alternative protein brand in U.S. retail, is introducing a new plant-based burger that …
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24 January
NATIONAL GROCERS ASSOCIATION GETS SET TO BRING THE 35th ANNUAL NGA SHOW TO SAN DIEGO FOR THE FIRST TIME NEXT MONTH
SAN DIEGO, CA, January 23, 2019 – The National Grocers Association is looking forward to hosting the 2019 NGA Show next month in San Diego for the first time. San Diego is one of the nation’s most vibrant urban cities and the convention center is at the heart of all the …
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24 January
All-New California Food Expo Presents Exclusive Opportunity to Connect With Golden State’s Innovative Food and Beverage Companies
Fresno, California – January 22, 2019…The all-new California Food Expo is proud to announce buyer and exhibitor registration is now open. The Expo will be hosted at the Fresno Convention & Entertainment Center on September 9 -10, 2019, a shift from the Expo’s traditional summer dates. Special exhibitor pricing is available now. The …
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24 January
Here are the most trusted consumer brands according to 17,000 Canadians
The 6th annual BrandSpark Most Trusted Awards winners deliver a superior experience to consumers in an age of endless options TORONTO, Jan. 23, 2019 / – Leading market research firm BrandSpark International announced the winners of its annual BrandSpark Most Trusted Awards program today. The consumer-voted survey identified what brands Canadians trust the …
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23 January
Introducing Escape the Nonsense: A One-of-a-Kind Pop-Up Experience Challenging Canadians to #OWNIT*
MISSISSAUGA, ON, Jan. 22, 2019 /CNW/ – Kellogg’s* Special K* is taking a stand on women’s health and introducing Escape the Nonsense, Canada’s first interactive pop-up of its kind that invites Canadian women to ditch the nonsense on their health journey and own every bite of life. Developed in Canada for Canadians, Escape the Nonsense is …