Month: May 2017

Mann Packing has announced the launch of a new flavor in its popular Nourish Bowls line: Bacon Maple Brussels (U.S.) and Bacon Maple Delight (Canada). The new bowl joins Monterey Risotto, Sesame Sriracha, Southwest Chipotle and Cauli-Rice Curry in the award-winning line of single-serve warm meals. …

In an effort to gain a better understanding of the asparagus category at retail, as well as consumer preferences and purchase triggers, the Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board (MAAB) recently conducted extensive consumer and trade research.  …

Side Delights® announced today a new food blogger influencer marketing program. Side Delights® is building on its successful food blogger collective to share unique branded potato recipes. The last challenge “#MashItOrSmashIt,” resulted in new recipes for the weeknight cook featuring Side Delights Steamables potatoes garnering nearly 2 million impressions in the 30 days following the challenge. …

Freshfel Europe has published its latest edition of the Freshfel Consumption Monitor which analyses the production, trade and consumption trends for fresh fruit and vegetables in the EU-28. The analysis of the latest available data (up to 2014) shows that consumption in the EU-28 stands at 353 gram of fresh fruit and vegetables per capita per day. It represents an increase of 1.6% compared to 2013 and a slight 0.3% increase compared to the last five years (2009-2013). …

Lipman Family Farms recently hosted a “Run for Backpacks” 5K and Junior Fun Run to raise money for its annual backpack giveaway. Through sponsorships and 211 registrations, the event raised more than $25,000, which will be used to purchase 1,300 backpacks filled with school supplies for local students. …