Month: September 2024

Reichel Foods Introduces Fresh Look for Dippin’ Stix and PRO2snax

September 17, 2024 Reichel Foods

Reichel Foods’ decision to refresh its packaging is in response to evolving consumer trends that prioritize convenience, transparency, and nutrition. The transition of PRO2snax to the max from full-coverage black flexo film to clear packaging allows consumers to see the high-quality ingredients inside, mirroring the approach already taken by Dippin’ Stix and PRO2snax. In addition to the fresh look, Reichel Foods incorporates recyclable materials into the new packaging, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability. …

Baldor Specialty Foods Opens New 100,000-Square-Foot Facility to Expand Regional Operations in Washington, D.C. Area

September 17, 2024 Baldor Specialty Foods

This expansion represents a significant investment in Baldor’s growing operations in the Washington, D.C. metro area, and enhances its ability to serve customers across Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia. The new facility, which includes 35 dock doors and state-of-the-art refrigeration and frozen storage capabilities, will enable Baldor to scale its operations, increase delivery efficiencies and continue its tradition of sourcing fresh, local products.  The facility will also support local employment, with 140 employees at present and plans to hire many more, including drivers and warehouse staff. …

Bad Actors in the ‘Zebra Chip’ Fight are Stacking the Deck

September 17, 2024 USDA, Tellus

Zebra chip is a disease of potatoes that has no cure, but scientists are on the case. They know the bacterium that causes the disease and the insect that carries it. But now, researchers have discovered something they did not know – three new genetic variants (known as haplotypes) of the bacterium and four new insect carriers. …

Courchesne Larose and Veg-Pak Join Forces

September 17, 2024 Veg-Pak Produce Ltd.

Veg-Pak will operate as an independent business division within the Courchesne Larose Group, collaborating where beneficial to better serve their customers. Veg-Pak will retain its corporate name and branding, and its headquarters will remain in Etobicoke. …

Gee Whiz Fruit Reports Proprietary Hunnyz Apple Volume to Double this Season

September 17, 2024 Gee Whiz

Gee Whiz, a leading grower of Washington apples and cherries and the only producer of the Hunnyz apple variety, announces that for the first season since the variety was introduced, volume is expected to extend into late spring 2025. …