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The delivery/pickup segment captured $6.6 billion in sales, accounting for more than three-quarters of total online grocery sales for April.
June 24, 2021
US Online Grocery Sales hit USD8.4 billion in April, up 16% vs prior year
The US online grocery market finished April with $8.4 billion in sales, as 67.8 million households placed an average of 2.73 online grocery orders during the month.
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June 23, 2021
Side Delights Potatoes: menu tips for the Return of the in-person Party
Side Delights is providing menu tips for event planners as party planning begins and consumers celebrate the return of the roaring twenties.
Despite commonly held misbeliefs about French fries and their role in heart-healthy lifestyles, the authors observed that a 330-calorie serving of baked French fries, when eaten as part of a typical American diet, had no adverse effect on blood pressure o
June 23, 2021
Potato nutrients can help reduce sodium retention, may help reduce risk of hypertension
New study finds that individuals with higher cardiometabolic risk may benefit from adding more dietary potassium, via potatoes, to a typical American diet
Burger King® Rolls Out Green Packaging Pilot Program
June 21, 2021
Burger King® Rolls Out Green Packaging Pilot Program
BK® Tests Alternatives for Cutlery, Straws, Drink Lids, Frypods®, Whopper® Wrappers and Napkins and Expands Loop Reusables Test in Partnership with The Coca-Cola Company and Kraft Heinz.
Sales of Fingerlings, Gourmet Varietal Potatoes in the United States Continue to Climb.
June 17, 2021
US Sales of Fingerlings, Gourmet Varietal Potatoes Continue to Climb
As shoppers stock up for the summer grilling season, new national sales data indicates US sales of fingerlings and smaller-sized gourmet varietal potatoes, both popular for backyard cookouts, remain on a solid, upward ascent.
The company has issued its second annual ESG report to include new 2030 targets.
June 16, 2021
Potato processor Lamb Weston updates its sustainability targets in its second ESG report
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. - manufacturer of frozen french fries and potato specialties - issued its second annual Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) report today, which included new 2030 ESG goals.
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NDC Delivers a Live Webinar Event: Food and Bulk Industrial Material Processors: 5 Essentials for NIR On-Line Measurement Success.
June 09, 2021
NDC Webinar coming up: 5 Essentials for NIR On-Line Measurement Success
NDC presents a live Webinar: Food and Bulk Industrial Material Processors: 5 Essentials for NIR On-Line Measurement Success
K2 Kinetics Announces Acquisition Of Robotic Packaging Machinery, LLC
June 08, 2021
K2 Kinetics Announces Acquisition Of Robotic Packaging Machinery, LLC
K2 Kinetics has announced the acquisition of Robotic Packaging Machinery, LLC (or “RPM” for short). An Austin, TX, based company RPM is one of the most innovative and compact designers and manufacturers of case packers throughout the United States.
Heat and Control founder, Andy Caridis, celebrates 100 years and is still pressing forward
June 08, 2021
Heat and Control founder, Andy Caridis, celebrates 100 years and is still pressing forward
The Heat and Control family celebrated a special milestone on June 1, 2021, with the 100th birthday of their founder, Andrew (Andy) Caridis.
New Pringles® Wavy Pineapple Habanero Takes Your Taste Buds On A Tropical Getaway
June 03, 2021
New Pringles® Wavy Pineapple Habanero Takes Your Taste Buds On A Tropical Getaway
Available for a limited time, the Pringles Wavy Pineapple Habanero crisps deliver a tangy, smoky taste and the chance to win a sweet beach vacation.
United Fresh, PMA Name Senior Management Team for New Association
June 03, 2021
United Fresh, PMA Name Senior Management Team for New Association
Future Co-CEOs Cathy Burns of PMA and Tom Stenzel of United Fresh have named seven current association staff leaders as the senior management team for the new combined association to be launched January 1, 2022.
Arby’s is reportedly discontinuing its Potato Cakes after making its new Crinkle Fries a permanent menu item.
June 03, 2021
QSR chain Arby's discontinues its Potato Cakes and makes its new Crinkle Fries permanent
While most fast food outlets serve fries of some type, some chains have managed to diversify their potato offerings, clearly understanding that potatoes are one of nature's most perfect foods.
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