Frozen Foods

Crown Bakeries acquires private brand baker Michel’s
Acquisition bolsters the company’s sweet baked goods business.
Private Label Trade Show expands foodservice focus
Private Label Manufacturers Association said the Nov. 14-16 Private Label Trade Show will include expanded participation by foodservice suppliers, triggered by the growth of grocers providing restaurant-quality meals to shoppers.

Whole Foods shares predictions for plant-based food trends

Nut-based cheese alternatives, banana blossoms and creamy cashew dips top the list.
Seasonal sweets from Publix

The retailer has returned its limited-edition ice cream flavors, adding two new ones to the roster, and has a line of limited snack mixes for the summer.
Thrive Market creates exclusive frozen meals with Beyond Meat

The online grocer developed five meals using the plant-based meat product, building on a previous partnership offering an line of exclusive plant-based chillis.
Tradex meets certification goal for its sustainably sourced seafood

The global supplier of private brand frozen seafood products and the SINBAD line in America said it is 100% sourced from sustainable sources.
Target’s Good & Gather adds plant-based line

More than 30 plant-based items — including meatless dishes, dips and more — are being added to the retailer’s flagship food and beverage store brand.
Lassonde’s private label sales were up in Q1 but showed slight decline overall

A leader in private brand juices in the United States, the company overall posted a slight decline in sales for the first three months of 2021.
Q&A: Imperfect Foods Grows Private Brands

Martha Hale, Imperfect Foods chief merchandising officer, discusses with Store Brands the company’s business model and how store brands will help it be a full-service grocer.
Kerry maps out taste trends from around the globe

The ingredients company has released its Taste Trends report, identifying seven broad trends and shares unique products and flavor learnings within each trend.

Crown Bakeries acquires private brand baker Michel’s

Private Label Trade Show expands foodservice focus

Whole Foods shares predictions for plant-based food trends

Seasonal sweets from Publix

Thrive Market creates exclusive frozen meals with Beyond Meat

Tradex meets certification goal for its sustainably sourced seafood

Target’s Good & Gather adds plant-based line

Lassonde’s private label sales were up in Q1 but showed slight decline overall

Q&A: Imperfect Foods Grows Private Brands

Kerry maps out taste trends from around the globe