Month: February 2024

Performance Food Group and GPM Investments, LLC Partner to Launch a Premium Pizza Offering at Incredible Price

February 29, 2024 Performance Food Group

Performance Food Group Company (PFG) (NYSE: PFGC) and GPM Investments, LLC (GPM), a subsidiary of ARKO Corp. (Nasdaq: ARKO), a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest convenience store operators in the United States, have partnered to launch a premium 12” pizza offering for the low price of $4.99 for enrolled fas REWARDS® members that is now available at more than 1,000 GPM locations. …

Trailblazing Chef and Entrepreneur Matthew Kenney Joins New School Foods Culinary Council, Leading to US Commercial Launch

February 29, 2024 New School Foods

Plant-based seafood innovator New School Foods announced a partnership with renowned chef Matthew Kenney, who joins the New School Culinary Council (NSCC). NSCC is an invite-only collective of esteemed chefs and restaurateurs around the world; as the company gears up for a commercial launch of its plant-based Salmon Fillet in restaurants later this year, the Council will work closely with New School Foods to guide product ongoing development, recommended preparations, and support the adoption of its whole muscle, plant-based alternatives that faithfully match the look, cook, texture and taste of ordinary seafood. …

Jersey City-based Luxury Berry Grower Oishii Secures $134M in Series B Funding

February 29, 2024 Kimberly Redmond, NJBiz

After raising $134 million in Series B funding, Jersey City-based sustainable berry grower Oishii plans to open a solar-powered facility, expand distribution to new markets and invest in advanced robotics. …

D’Arrigo California is Excited to Grow its Talented Team

February 29, 2024 D’Arrigo California

D’Arrigo California, a leading grower-packer-shipper of fresh produce, is delighted to announce the appointment of Henry Dill as its new Director of Sales. With 18 years of experience in the fresh produce industry, Henry brings a wealth of expertise and enthusiasm to his new role. …

HEART-HEALTHY CERTIFICATION EXPANDED FOR ALL USA PEARS VARIETIES

Pear Bureau Northwest Announces Departure of President and CEO Kevin Moffitt

February 29, 2024 Pear Bureau Northwest

Pear Bureau Northwest, a nonprofit marketing organization established in 1931 to promote the fresh pears grown in Washington and Oregon, today announced that Kevin D. Moffitt, president and CEO, will be stepping down after 35 years with the organization. …