Sprouts Holding Off On Putting Down Roots In Florida

Widely reported to be scouting sites throughout Florida in 2013, Phoenix-based Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. (Nasdaq: SFM) has planned four stores in metro Atlanta, two of which have recently opened. But real estate sources in Tampa and Jacksonville say the specialty grocer is no longer actively looking in Florida.

SCS Global Services Gets 5-Star Rating From British Retail Consortium

August 18, 2014 SCS Global Services (SCS)

British Retail Consortium (BRC), an internationally recognized food safety standard, has awarded SCS Global Services (SCS) a 5 star "excellent" rating, its highest rating for certification bodies accredited to audit their standard. SCS, accredited to the BRC standard in 2010, has grown its network of auditors across North America to satisfy increasing demands for food safety certifications.

Plant Waters Grow Into Hot Beverage Market Trend

Coconut water, maple water, even birch and cactus waters… A quick inventory of beverages in the produce section makes it clear — plant waters are rising.

Eating Almonds Associated With Reduced Inflammation In Participants With Type 2 Diabetes

August 18, 2014 California Almonds

Evidence continues to mount supporting the role of almonds and other tree nuts as part of an overall dietary pattern that is beneficial for those with type 2 diabetes. Three new studies suggest a relationship between regular consumption of tree nuts, such as almonds, and improvement in various markers of health in type 2 diabetes.

RS Hanline Selects Produce Pro Software

August 18, 2014 Produce Pro Software

Produce Pro Software was selected to be the ERP Software and Warehouse Management Solution for RS Hanline.  RS Hanline will be implementing Produce Pro in their 220,000 sq foot repacking, fresh-cut/processing, and distribution center in Shelby, Ohio in late 2014.  The RS Hanline team of 7 skilled employees visited Produce Pro’s Woodridge headquarters for a 3 day orientation.