Month: June 2015

Reinhart’s 2015 Traditions Conference Raises Over $120,000 For Charities

June 26, 2015 Reinhart Foodservice, L.L.C.

Reinhart Foodservice and its supplier partners raised more than $120,000 in charitable donations through raffle prizes, an online auction and a live auction during this year’s Traditions Sales and Merchandising Conference. Proceeds will benefit the Light Foundation (www.lightfoundation.org) and Feeding America® (www.feedingamerica.org). This is the third year Reinhart has hosted the charity auction, and the event has grown each year. …

California Giant Berries A Summer Salad Star

June 26, 2015 California Giant Berry Farms

California Giant Berry Farms is making their way into new places this summer as their strawberries are featured at one of the nation’s largest fast food chains. …

Almond Board Of CA Announces $2.5M Towards Water Efficiency, Bee Health & Farming Research

June 26, 2015 Almond Board of California

The Almond Board of California (ABC) announced a $2.5 million dollar commitment to independent, third-party research into next-generation farming practices. The funding is part of an ongoing effort by the almond community to develop innovative production practices that lead to continued improvement in efficient and sustainable1 farming. …

CA Walnuts Launches 'Waldorf Salad Refresh' Recipe Challenge

June 26, 2015 California Walnut Board

The California Walnut Board (CWB) today announced the launch of its Waldorf Salad Refresh Recipe Challenge in partnership with the legendary Waldorf Astoria New York, the birthplace of The Waldorf Salad and many other iconic culinary innovations. From now until July 23, 2015, foodies of all skill levels are invited to create and submit their most creative twists on the classic Waldorf Salad while incorporating the salad's three signature ingredients: walnuts, celery and apples. …

California Avocado Commission Promotes 'Distinctly Californian' Sandwiches Campaign

June 26, 2015 California Avocado Commission

The California Avocado Commission (CAC) is sandwiching its summer outreach with a sandwich-themed program that encompasses consumer advertising, social media, retail and foodservice activity, public relations and influencer outreach. …