Western Grocer Serving the industry since 1916
Experience in the beverage industry and sustainable solutions +++ New impulses for successful continuing development +++ Global expertise for innovative solutions Anuga FoodTec, the world’s leading supplier trade fair for the food and beverage industries, welcomes Roland Thiemann as its new Director. He succeeds Matthias Schlüter, who will leave the …
January, 2025
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6 January
Food Producers of Canada (FPC) and Boudeweel Public Affairs (BPA) Announce Strategic Partnership
OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 19, 2024 /CNW/ – Food Producers of Canada (FPC) is very pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Québec based Boudeweel Public Affairs (BPA). Starting in January 2025, FPC and BPA will partner to provide current and future Canadian food-based businesses in Québec with a suite of business supports and …
December, 2024
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31 December
Saputo Inc. Announces a Change in Senior Management
MONTRÉAL, Dec. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Saputo Inc. (TSX: SAP) (Saputo or the Company) announced today that Frank Guido will step down from his role as COO, Saputo Inc., effective immediately, for personal reasons. In addition to his current responsibilities, Carl Colizza, President and CEO, will assume the duties …
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19 December
Canadian supermarket chain Sobeys expands its Pricer Plaza installation
After a successful first wave of 50 stores, Sobeys takes the next step and enters into an agreement with Pricer’s partner, JRTech Solutions, for an expected deployment of 5 million electronic shelf labels across Canada. MONTRÉAL, Dec. 13, 2024 /CNW/ – The initial order from Sobeys for deployment of ESLs in 50 of …
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17 December
Sir James N. Walker CBE (1944-2024): Remembering the Visionary Leader Who Transformed Walker’s Shortbread into a Global Icon
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sir James Nicol Walker CBE passed away in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on Sunday 15th December, 2024. James, known as ‘Jim’, was born in Elgin on 13th June 1944, son of the late James and Winnie Walker, younger brother of the late Joe and Marjorie Walker. Jim is survived by his beloved …
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17 December
Future of Frozen Food 2025 Report Reveals New Frozen Food Trends and Generational Insights
CHICAGO, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The rise in GLP-1 use, appetites for spice and heat, and indulgent in-home dining experiences, are just some of the trends driving growth identified in Conagra Brands’ second annual Future of Frozen Food 2025 report. This data-driven report reveals how consumer behaviors, generational preferences, and innovations are …
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16 December
Hostess® Celebrates the Joy of Snacking with Fresh Logo and Packaging
ORRVILLE, Ohio, Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — It’s a new day in the world of snacking. Today Hostess®, the iconic maker of soft, fluffy sweet snacks for every occasion, has unveiled a new logo and packaging design as part of a refresh of the brand. The producer of beloved sweet snacks, including …
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16 December
Rabba leads efforts with Danone and partners to provide much needed Holiday donation to Food Banks Mississauga
Mississauga, December 16, 2024 – Rabba has joined forces this holiday season with its partners to help families in need through a generous donation to Food Banks Mississauga. Over 2,500 lbs of food, including thousands of items such as plant-based beverages and yogurt, holiday treats, flour, and fresh produce, were delivered …