New Fresh-Cut Sandwiches Available For Convenience Channels

CINCINNATI – AdvancePierre Foods (NYSE: APFH), a leading national producer and distributor of sandwiches, sandwich components and other entrées and snacks, introduces 13 new Fresh-Cut® sandwiches for vending, micro market and convenience store retailers.

Fresh-Cut’s new sandwiches feature homestyle breads, natural cheeses and premium meats. AdvancePierre’s Flavor-Guard™ packaging for Fresh-Cut’s wedges, hearty-size wedges and wraps affords consumers a 360-degree view of the product through a sturdy, protective clamshell. A recessed, formed lid creates a secure seal to lock in freshness. The Fresh-Cut subs’ paper packaging has similar flavor-protective properties and includes a window. All products feature a front-of-pack calorie call-out.

The new sandwiches include:

Fresh-Cut Wraps: Chicken Caesar Wrap; Southwest Turkey Wrap

Fresh-Cut Wedges: Smoky Ham & Natural Cheddar; Turkey Breast & Natural Cheddar; Chicken Salad; Tuna Salad

Fresh-Cut Hearty Size Wedges: Black Forest Ham & Natural Swiss; Oven Roasted Turkey & Natural Cheddar; Hearty Italian Wedge

Fresh-Cut Subs: Smoky Ham & Natural Cheddar; Oven Roasted Turkey & Natural Cheddar; Italian; Roast Beef, Smoky Ham & Oven Roasted Turkey Breast

“Our new Fresh-Cut sandwiches live up to the ‘fresh’ in their name,” said Nancy Todys, VP of convenience marketing at APF. “The packaging locks in and protects the fresh flavor already delivered by the sandwiches’ premium ingredients, satisfying consumers and minimizing stales.”

Fresh-Cut sandwiches are designed for micro markets, vending and convenience stores and are rolling out nationwide. Contact your AdvancePierre sales representative for availability information.

For more information about Fresh-Cut, visit www.freshcutsandwiches.com. For more information about AdvancePierre Foods, visit www.advancepierre.com.

Source: AdvancePierre Foods