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Old Amsterdam Triumphs at World Cheese Awards 2025

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Old Amsterdam has once again proven to be among the absolute world’s best. At the prestigious World Cheese Awards in Bern, where more than 4,000 cheeses were blind-tasted by an international panel of experts, Old Amsterdam took home major…

Congresswoman Amata’s South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act in Final NDAA

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Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting a new legislative success, as a House-passed bill she sponsored, the South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act, has been included as part of the year’s biggest Defense bill, up for final passage in a few…

California Extends Red Abalone Fishing Ban For Another 10 Years

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The California Fish and Game Commission voted Thursday to extend the closure of the recreational red abalone fishery for another decade, keeping the ban in place until April 2036.

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From Craving to Cart – Driving Holiday Sales Through Social Commerce

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Social media has become the new starting point for meal inspiration, with 72% of Gen Z turning to platforms like TikTok and Instagram for food ideas.1 Among Gen Z meat and dairy shoppers, 53% say they discover recipes and products on…

Beef’s Enduring Role in Holiday Celebrations

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Amid economic uncertainty, consumers are rethinking how they celebrate. While budgets may be tighter, the desire to gather remains strong, and households are seeking meals that feel both festive and flexible. Beef continues to meet the…

Terra Nova Nurseries Unveils Pantone-Inspired Plant List for 2026

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Terra Nova Nurseries (www.terranovanurseries.com), a global leader in plant innovations and breeding, has unveiled its highly anticipated Pantone Color the Year 2026 plant list based upon PANTONE® 11-4201 Cloud Dancer. The 2026 selection…

Florida’s Thriving Horticulture Industry to Host Tropical Plant International Expo (TPIE) 2026, the Global Marketplace for Tropical Plant Trends and Innovation

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Florida’s horticulture industry continues to surge, generating nearly $42 billion in activity in 2023 and employing more than 279,000 people, according to a new report from Farm Credit of Central Florida. The blueprint for how Florida has…

The Academy of Cheese’s Make, Post-Make Model: A Revolution in Cheese Classification

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The Academy of Cheese has developed a unique system for categorizing cheeses, that is becoming recognized and highly regarded by cheesemakers around the world.

Major Growth for Minor Figures in North America Leads to Expanded Marketing, Sales and Operations Teams

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Minor Figures, the fastest-growing shelf-stable plant-based milk brand in North America1, today celebrates the addition of six new members to its Minorverse. The roles added across sales, development and operations are set to drive…

Rosa Brothers Milk Company’s Santa-Approved Holiday Glass Bottle Launches Just in Time for Christmas

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Rosa Brothers Milk Company is spreading extra holiday cheer with the debut of its limited-edition “Santa Approved” Christmas glass bottle, now available on quart-size Rosa Brothers products. This seasonal release adds a delightful touch to…

Dawn Foods Announces 2025 Vendor of the Year Award Recipients: Signature Brands and Bridor Honored for Outstanding Partnership and Performance

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JACKSON, MICH. – Dawn Foods, a global bakery manufacturer and ingredients supplier, today announced Signature Brands and Bridor as its 2025 Vendors of the Year, recognizing both companies for their exceptional partnership, innovation,…

Lunds & Byerlys Voluntary Recalls L&B Monster Cookies Due to Incorrect Labeling

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Lunds & Byerlys is voluntarily recalling its L&B Monster Cookies as the wrong ingredient label was applied to the packaging. Packages may contain undeclared peanuts, egg, and soy. People who have allergies to peanuts, egg, and soy run the…

Uber Expands Regional Grocery and Alcohol Selection with Stater Bros., Kowalski’s, and Big Red Liquors

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Uber announced new regional additions to the Uber and Uber Eats apps with Stater Bros. Markets, Kowalski's Markets, and Big Red Liquors this month, further expanding the platform's growing network of local grocery and alcohol retailers…

NGA Announces Kari Wolkwitz as Director of Membership Engagement and Growth

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In her new role, Wolkwitz will oversee engagement strategies for NGA’s retailer and wholesaler members, leading initiatives to drive participation in NGA events and share groups, strengthen member involvement in advocacy efforts, promote…

SpartanNash Celebrates Expansion of Supermercado Nuestra Familia Banner, Company Footprint with Topeka Grand Opening

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Food solutions company SpartanNash®, a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, recently celebrated the grand opening of its fifth Supermercado Nuestra Familia® location — expanding the retail banner and the Company's…

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Taylor Farms Wins Canada’s Most Trusted Salad Kit Brand For Second Consecutive Year

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Taylor Farms has once again been named Canada's Most Trusted Salad Kit brand in the 2026 BrandSpark Most Trusted Awards.

Sun Pacific Cuties Leans Unapologetically Into Who They Are With New Marketing Campaign

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PASADENA, CA – Cuties® was the first mandarin brand with coast-to-coast availability when it arrived in 2002. This product launch not only sparked a nationwide love affair with mandarins, but it also defined the mandarin category and…

Markon Celebrates Major Milestones Throughout 2025:40 Years of Delivering Quality Produce, 20 Years of Summit Success, and 10 Years of Chef Collaboration

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Markon Cooperative proudly commemorated a landmark year in 2025, celebrating three significant anniversaries that reflect the company’s enduring commitment to quality, education, and industry partnership.

Why Compostable Fruit Labels are the Future of Fresh Produce Packaging

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As sustainability becomes a defining priority for consumers and regulators, the fresh produce industry faces mounting pressure to reduce single-use plastics. Traditional plastic packaging— contributes significantly to global waste streams…

The World Citrus Organisation Releases its First Production Forecast for the Northern Hemisphere

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The Forecast, based on data from Egypt, Greece, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Spain, Tunisia, Turkey, the United States, and Portugal, shows that citrus production is expected to decrease.

Thursday, Dec 11

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NFI Sushi Council Welcomes Tristan International as New Member

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The National Fisheries Institute (NFI) Sushi Council is pleased to announce that Tristan International has joined as its newest member. Tristan is a leading North American supplier of ultra-low-temperature (ULT) frozen tuna, bringing…

ASC Marks Milestone Year of Growth, Innovation and Global Collaboration in 2025

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ASC marked a landmark year in 2025, advancing its certification programme, forging new partnerships and championing responsible aquaculture across global supply chains.

Applegate Farms Celebrates the Season with “12 Days of Goodness” Giveaway

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APPLEGATE®, the nation's leading natural and organic meat brand, today announced an exciting holiday giveaway: 12 Days of Goodness. From December 10 through December 21, consumers can enter for a chance to win an ultimate holiday prize…

Zatarain’s Smoked Sausage Ignites Successful Summer Grilling & Tailgating Season

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Zatarain’s® Smoked Sausage wrapped a high-performance marketing season with a series of integrated activations designed to drive trial, expand brand affinity, and reinforce the product’s role in grilling and gameday culture. From celebrity…

Industry Leaders Join That Flower Feeling to Make Flowers an Everyday Staple

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That Flower Feeling (TFF) announced that Cristina López and Lane DeVries have joined its Board of Directors and that Chip Cox has been appointed to the organization’s Development Committee.

Boost Your Online Floral Sales This Christmas

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Christmas is every florist’s brightest stage, and as shoppers search and scroll earlier each year, your online presence can be the digital doorway to your holiday success. Whether you’re a wholesaler or retailer, a strong digital strategy…

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Enjoyin’ The Snackification Trend With Granarolo Cheese Crisps

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In this fast-evolving landscape, Granarolo, N.1 Italian & milk dairy group, brings its authentic Italian expertise to the snacking world with Granarolo Cheese Crisps — crunchy, oven-baked bites made with real aged Italian cheese. They…

Buyers Edge Platform Appoints Jaime Selga to Lead Expansion Across the Middle East, Africa & Asia

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Buyers Edge Platform, a leading digital procurement network and solutions provider for the foodservice industry, today announced the appointment of Jaime Selga as President, Middle East, Africa and Asia. This strategic hire underscores…

PAR Technology Unveils Smart Passes: The Next Era of Loyalty Engagement

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PAR Technology Corporation (NYSE: PAR), a leading foodservice technology provider, today announced the launch of Smart Passes, a wallet-native loyalty solution that transforms Apple and Google Wallet into a real-time, app-free loyalty…

Acosta Group Highlights Four Consumer Predictions for 2026

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Acosta Group has announced its four consumer predictions for 2026, underscoring the growing importance of personalization and innovation for success and relevancy. In 2026, brands and retailers must commit to…