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EnviroKidz by Natures Path launches “ecokeepers” – a free nature discovery program for schools to help get kids outside and benefit from lifelong health and social benefits of discovering the wonders of nature Richmond, BC Canada (August 25, 2016) – Parental fears and busy schedules are found to be leading …
August, 2016
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26 August
It’s all about “Feeling Good!”
Willow Creek is proud to introduce our NEW Organic GLUTEN FREE line of Oatmeal products. Canadian consumers have asked for more GLUTEN FREE products at a great price, and Willow Creek has responded with a line of the freshest tasting Gluten Free Oatmeals at some of the best pricing in …
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26 August
Introducing a first-of-its-kind meat snack from McSweeney’s – Pep’ N Cheddies
CALGARY, Aug. 22, 2016 /CNW/ – McSweeney’s Premium Jerky & Meat Snacks has introduced Pep’ N Cheddies, the first of its kind “go-portion” pepperoni and cheddar cheese sticks pack. Packaged in six – 25 gram individually portioned easy-peel packs, these portioned snacks are perfect for lunch bags and back packs, …
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25 August
Jean-Philippe (JP) Lacroix new VP of Sales East for Star Marketing
Star Marketing hires Jean-Philippe (JP) Lacroix as new VP of Sales East See announcement here: https://westerngrocer.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Star_Announcement_JP_Lacroix.pdf
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25 August
Milliken’s Heat-resistant NX™ UltraClear Packaging Material Drives Top Grocery Fresh-to-Go Foods Trends
Spartanburg, S.C. – Today’s busy, health-conscious consumers want to eat freshly prepared meals and snacks without sacrificing convenience. This trend is driving strong growth in the fresh prepared foods sector. In fact, according to the International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association (IDDBA), sales for supermarket fresh prepared foods are estimated to more than …
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25 August
Gfresh Partners with Global Aquaculture Alliance (GAA) to Promote Food Safety and Sustainability through the World’s Largest Online Marketplace for Seafood
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Gfresh, the world’s largest online marketplace for live seafood, will be signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Global Aquaculture Alliance (GAA) at the 2016 Global Outlook on Aquaculture Leadership conference in Guangzhou in September. As part of the agreement, Gfresh will …
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25 August
Happy Days Dairies New Whole Goat Milk Powder
Happy Days Dairies Ltd. Is introducing a 100% Local Canadian Whole Goat Milk Powder. It is an improved formula that does not need warm water or excessive stirring to mix thoroughly. Happy Days Dairies Ltd. is the first company in Canada to produce local Goat Milk Powder. It is a …
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18 August
Canada’s #1 Fresh Soup Brand Launches New Fresh Soups for All Tastes
August 2016 Canada’s #1 Fresh Soup Brand Launches New Fresh Soups for All Tastes Happy Planet’s fresh soup formats & newest flavours deliver what consumers want! Happy Planet, the top fresh soup brand in Canada, is launching three new all-natural fresh soups, expanding their meal solution options to appeal to …
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18 August
Happy Planet Launches New Daily Squeeze Fresh Fruit + Veg Juices
May 2016 Happy Planet Launches New Daily Squeeze Fresh Fruit + Veg Juices Delivering Delicious Taste & More Goodness for Consumers Happy Planet, one of the top selling fresh smoothies and organic juice brands in Canada, is launching Daily Squeeze; a new line of fresh, all-natural fruit + vegetable juices …
