Good Source Solutions Announces Acquisition Of Dori Foods

December 30, 2014 Good Source Solutions

Good Source Solutions, a national specialty foodservice distributor, has acquired Dori Foods, a member of Frosty Acres Brands. The combined companies create a strong national distribution platform, offering greater value and product selection for existing and new customers. Good Source is a portfolio company of Evergreen Pacific Partners.

Merb's Candies Announces Voluntary Recall Of Caramel Apples

December 30, 2014 FDA

Merb’s Candies, is issuing a voluntary recall of the Merb’s Candies brand Bionic Apples and Double Dipped Apples because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Fresh Attitude Baby Lettuces' Commitment To Freshness: Farm To Grocery Store In Less Than 48 Hours

December 30, 2014 Veg Pro International

Since 1998, vegetable producer Veg Pro International Inc. has set itself the ambitious goal of providing the Eastern United States and Canada with fresh-cut produce with less mileage than what had been available from the usual distant sources. Working with multiple farms near Sherrington, Quebec, Veg Pro International expanded its Canadian farming operations to become the leading producer of baby lettuces, sold under the Fresh Attitude™ brand. It also added a southern growing area in Belle Glade, Florida to supply both its Belle-Glade and Quebec-based processing plants during the winter season.

Fresh Express Women’s Leadership Network Spreads Holiday Hope & Warmth

December 30, 2014 Fresh Express Inc.

The Fresh Express Women’s Leadership Network spread a message of hope and warmth for the children of the 47 families living at Pueblo del Mar Recovery Center in Seaside CA this holiday season.  Under their leadership, Fresh Express employees donated generously to ensure that each of the 123 children would not only receive a holiday gift or toy, but also a new warm jacket.   The Fresh Express team also provided 40 bags of clothing, shoes and accessories as well as a fully stocked cosmetic bag for each of the women in the family recovery program.

Frieda’s Specialty Produce Offers Products To Help Shoppers Start 2015 Right

December 30, 2014 Frieda’s Inc.

This January, shoppers will be looking for a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables and other complementary items to help them change their lifestyle and eating habits for the new year.