Walmart Names Chief Growth Officer to Drive New Business
Seth Dallaire joined Walmart from Instacart Inc., where he served as the grocery-delivery company’s chief revenue officer and built out its advertising business. …
Retail & FoodService
Truly Yours Launches in Fareway Stores
Truly Yours plans to launch future products in the coming months including snack mixes, wheat berry bread, organic pasture raised eggs, trail mixes, pasta meal kits, pasta, salad kits, butter mints, donut muffins, and tea cakes. Seasonal launches will also include limited time products and flavors. …
IFT Launches Fundamentals of Food Science Course to Enhance the Knowledge and Skillset of R&D and Manufacturing Professionals
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit scientific organization committed to advancing the science of food and its application across the global food system, has launched a “Fundamentals of Food Science Course” aimed to help scientists, engineers, researchers, and entrepreneurs transitioning into the food industry; new professionals seeking a comprehensive foundation in food science; as well as professionals in the food sector looking to broaden their knowledge and skills. …
SpartanNash Acquiring Fresh Encounter Inc., Growing Retail Footprint by 33%
The FEI acquisition expands SpartanNash’s retail footprint by 33% and is the Company’s second retail acquisition in 2024, following the addition of Metcalfe’s Market in April. This acquisition is consistent with SpartanNash’s strategy and will contribute toward the growth and earnings goals shared in the Company’s 2025 long-term plan. …
Bitchin’ Sauce Launches Into Foodservice with New Packaging
With Dot Foods, Bitchin’ Sauce is poised to reach a broader audience, offering its signature products in a bulk packaging format to meet the demands of foodservice operators. …
