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SunOpta Releases 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report

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Giovedì, Maggio 2, 2024
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SunOpta (Nasdaq:STKL) (TSX:SOY), an innovative and sustainable manufacturer fueling the future of food, is proud to release its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report .

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  • SunOpta (Nasdaq:STKL) (TSX:SOY), an innovative and sustainable manufacturer fueling the future of food, is proud to release its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report .
  • SunOpta’s annual update outlines sustainability progress made in the 2023 fiscal year across four key areas: products, planet, people and governance.
  • “Since SunOpta’s inception 50 years ago, sustainability has been at the root of what we do as a producer of plant-based food and beverages,” said Brian Kocher, CEO of SunOpta.
  • “Now more than ever, sustainability is at the forefront of our mission and business operations.

WATERLOO SPARKLING WATER INTRODUCES NEW ALL DAY ROSÉ, PI-ÑO COLADA AND MOJITO MOCKTAIL FLAVORS, TEAMING UP WITH GUY FIERI TO CELEBRATE THE LAUNCH

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Venerdì, Maggio 3, 2024
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"We are thrilled to partner with Guy Fieri to celebrate the launch of our three incredible new sparkling waters -- no one knows flavor like the Mayor of Flavortown!" says Kathy Maurella, CMO of Waterloo Sparkling Water. "Our All Day Rosé, Pi-No Colada and Mojito Mocktail are masterful demonstrations of flavor artistry that continue to differentiate us in this category. We look forward to bringing new fans into the brand and exciting our loyalists. It's all the summer fun and flavor, without the alcohol."

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  • "Waterloo Sparkling Water and I have a lot in common - we're all about goin' big on flavor," shared Fieri.
  • "Waterloo's All Day Rosé, Pi-Ño Colada, and Mojito Mocktail Sparkling Waters are crisp and clean but with that big flavor I'm always lookin' for.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Guy Fieri to celebrate the launch of our three incredible new sparkling waters -- no one knows flavor like the Mayor of Flavortown!"
  • For its new All Day Rosé, Waterloo Sparkling Water ventured into uncharted territory to develop a first-of-its-kind sparkling water that rivals the finest bottles of sparkling rosé wine - without the alcohol.

ATKINS RANCH INTRODUCES A NEW CONTEMPORARY BRAND DESIGN FOR THEIR GRASS FED LAMB FROM NEW ZEALAND

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Giovedì, Marzo 21, 2024
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FREMONT, Calif., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --Atkins Ranch, the leading brand of premium, 100% grass-fed, 100% pasture-raised lamb for over three decades, has undergone a brand refresh to better align its packaging design with its brand purpose and celebrate its New Zealand origins.

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  • FREMONT, Calif., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --Atkins Ranch, the leading brand of premium, 100% grass-fed, 100% pasture-raised lamb for over three decades, has undergone a brand refresh to better align its packaging design with its brand purpose and celebrate its New Zealand origins.
  • "Consumers are increasingly looking for grass-fed meat with the highest level of verified claims" says Atkins Ranch CEO, Pat Maher.
  • "The contemporary premium design reflects our key purpose – naturally raised lamb that tastes extraordinary" comments Atkins Ranch Marketing Director, Jenny Stornetta.
  • Atkins Ranch lamb is available nationwide at Whole Foods Market and select premium grocery stores.

WATERLOO SPARKLING WATER LAUNCHES ALL-NEW FLAVOR AND BRINGS BACK FAN-FAVORITE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH JESSIE JAMES DECKER

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Martedì, Marzo 12, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Waterloo Sparkling Water, known for its authentic flavors and lively carbonation, today announced the newest addition to its lineup, Raspberry Nectarine. This new-flavor launch coincides with the everyday return of Tropical Fruit, now available year-round after high consumer demand during its limited time offering last summer. In addition, the brand is announcing expanded distribution of perennial favorite Summer Berry. To celebrate the launch, Waterloo has teamed up with New York Times bestselling cookbook author, country singer and lifestyle expert Jessie James Decker to create three exclusive recipes inspired by and infused with each of the flavors.

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  • Waterloo's all-new flavor, Raspberry Nectarine, is tart, sweet and luscious - a uniquely dazzling and refreshing combination.
  • "As a longtime fan, I am so excited to partner with Waterloo Sparkling Water," says Jessie James Decker.
  • Recipes from Jessie include:
    Summer Berry Pancake Mini Muffins – A simple, yet delicious breakfast the whole family will love featuring Waterloo's Summer Berry Sparkling Water.
  • Tropical Shrimp Mango Salad – A light, refreshing salad elevated with a tangy dressing featuring Waterloo's Tropical Fruit Sparkling Water.

Tagatose Becomes First Sweetener and Ingredient to Earn NutraStrong™ Prebiotic Verified Certification

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Lunedì, Marzo 11, 2024
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Bonumose, Inc., a producer of tagatose, and ASR Group, its distributor, are proud to announce that tagatose is also the first ingredient to earn this prebiotic certification.

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  • Bonumose, Inc., a producer of tagatose, and ASR Group, its distributor, are proud to announce that tagatose is also the first ingredient to earn this prebiotic certification.
  • This independent endorsement further establishes tagatose as an ideal ingredient for food, beverage and nutraceutical manufacturers seeking sweetener solutions that meet consumer demand for functional, lower-calorie products.
  • NutraStrong™ Prebiotic Verified is an industry-spanning program that classifies products with relevant and specific standards for each product category.
  • "By becoming a certified ingredient, Bonumose gained access to the Prebiotic Certified program for all products utilizing their tagatose.

Sow, Grow, Nourish: White Paper Connects Regenerative Agriculture With Nutrient Density

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Martedì, Marzo 5, 2024
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Bellingham, Wash., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As consumer interest grows around the health and sustainability benefits of food, today the Nutrient Density Alliance released guidelines for brands looking to substantiate nutrient density claims related to their regenerative agriculture practices.

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  • Bellingham, Wash., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As consumer interest grows around the health and sustainability benefits of food, today the Nutrient Density Alliance released guidelines for brands looking to substantiate nutrient density claims related to their regenerative agriculture practices.
  • The Nutrient Density Alliance is a pre-competitive effort sponsored by the Soil & Climate Alliance and the Non-GMO Project that focuses on connecting regenerative agriculture practices, soil health and human health outcomes.
  • Yet, though their interest is high, their knowledge is low — a gap the new white paper bridges by helping brands engage consumers directly about nutrient density outcomes from their regenerative programs.
  • “Engaging Consumers On Regenerative Agriculture: How Brands Can Integrate Nutrient Density for Top-line Growth'' provides practical guidance to help brands engage consumers around scientifically-backed nutrition outcomes made possible through regenerative agriculture.

Konscious Foods Unveils Three New Wow-worthy Offerings at Expo West

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Giovedì, Febbraio 29, 2024
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ANAHEIM, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Konscious Foods, a plant-based foods brand, today announced the launch of three new products at Expo West March 12-16, 2024: Smoked Salmon, Kimbap Korean Veggie Rice Roll, and Salmon Avocado Roll. Building upon its success with its current lineup of chef-created plant-based offerings including sushi, onigiri, and poke bowls, Konscious Foods is now introducing three innovative and wow-worthy new products to delight consumers, all with the brands' patent-pending ability to go from frozen to fresh in minutes, making it a convenient option.

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  • ANAHEIM, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Konscious Foods , a plant-based foods brand, today announced the launch of three new products at Expo West March 12-16, 2024: Smoked Salmon, Kimbap Korean Veggie Rice Roll, and Salmon Avocado Roll.
  • "Konscious Foods has quickly risen to the forefront of the plant-based food movement since launching at Expo West last year going from a standstill to being available at over 4,500 locations nationwide.
  • Through its delicious products, Konscious Foods offers the accessibility, affordability, and convenience consumers are looking for in their grocery aisle.
  • Today, Konscious Foods is available at more than 4,500 supermarkets nationwide, including Whole Foods Markets, Albertson Safeway, Meijer, and more.

SimplyProtein® Uncovers Canada Is a Country Of Overthinkers, From Daily Decisions Down To Our Snacks

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Giovedì, Febbraio 8, 2024
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However, this can be difficult to navigate when you don’t know your nutrition needs.

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  • However, this can be difficult to navigate when you don’t know your nutrition needs.
  • In fact, only 8 per cent of Canadians know their daily protein needs.
  • Plant-Based Protein on the Rise: Fifty-nine (59%) per cent of Canadians are increasingly opting for plant-based protein.
  • SimplyProtein helps Canadians “Keep It Simplyfied,” understanding that life can be complex, but choosing a plant-based protein snack shouldn’t be.

Urgent Concerns Regarding E.U. Decision on GMO Deregulation

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Lunedì, Febbraio 5, 2024
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BELLINGHAM, Wash., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The European Parliament's Committee on Environment, Public Health, and Food Safety (ENVI) is advancing a proposal to deregulate GMO production in Europe. There is significant support for the proposal from some ministers and biotechnology developers. The proposal will be put to a plenary vote on February 6.  

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  • The proposal will be put to a plenary vote on February 6.
  • If the proposal passes, the majority of new GMOs created through powerful technologies like CRISPR could enter the food system untracked, untested, unregulated, and unlabeled.
  • We need to place serious safeguards and regulatory oversight on their use, given their multiple risks and misguided benefit claims.
  • Parliament to delay this vote and do more to protect non-GMO and organic food networks from unwanted new GMOs.

Urgent Concerns Regarding E.U. Decision on GMO Deregulation: Non-GMO Project

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Giovedì, Febbraio 1, 2024
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BELLINGHAM, Wash., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The European Parliament's Committee on Environment, Public Health, and Food Safety (ENVI) is advancing a proposal to deregulate GMO production in Europe. There is significant support for the proposal from some ministers and biotechnology developers. The proposal will be put to a plenary vote on February 6.

Key Points: 
  • The proposal will be put to a plenary vote on February 6.
  • We need to place serious safeguards and regulatory oversight on their use, given their multiple risks and misguided benefit claims.
  • The Non-GMO Project is responding to the imminent plenary vote in the E.U.
  • Parliament to delay this vote and do more to protect non-GMO and organic food networks from unwanted new GMOs.