Food Retail Industry Praises Senate Committee Action On National GMO Labeling Legislation

March 2, 2016 Food Marketing Institute

Food Marketing Institute (FMI) President and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin issued the following statement praising the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee for its bipartisan approval of legislation that would provide a necessary solution on biotech labeling standards.

National Grocers Association Announces Creative Choice Awards ‘Best Of Show’ Winners

The National Grocers Association (NGA) today revealed the "Best of Show" winners of its Creative Choice Awards in the Marketing and Merchandising categories. The "Best of Show" titles are the highest award of the Creative Choice Awards contest.

National Grocers Association Previews Consumer Survey Results

 The National Grocers Association (NGA) released topline results from its consumer trends study, which for the first time segments independent supermarket shoppers from national chain shoppers. The survey was conducted on behalf of the National Grocers Association by Nielsen and results were presented during a super session at The NGA Show.

Hickory Harvest Foods Introduces TakeAlong Cup Packaging

March 2, 2016 Hickory Harvest Foods

Hickory Harvest Foods introduces its TakeAlong Cup packaging for a variety of its nuts and snacks.   The takealong cups offers single-serving, resealable package that fits in most car cup holders.    Each takealong cup is 5 to 8 ounces, depending on product with suggested retail $2.49-$3.29. 

Tomorrow's Leaders Trained At 2016 Potato Industry Leadership Institute

The Potato Industry Leadership Institute (PILI) Class of 2016 brought together 23 outstanding potato growers and industry representatives. The annual program, administered by the National Potato Council (NPC) and the United States Potato Board (USPB), identifies and trains the next generation of industry leaders.