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OneThird Raises $3 Million to Tackle the $1 Trillion Lost to Food Waste Annually

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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ENSCHEDE, The Netherlands, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OneThird, an AI-powered food tech company created to address the annual loss of one-third of all food produced due to spoilage, today announced the company has raised $3M (2.75M euros) in a late-seed funding round, increasing the total amount of funding raised to date to $6.1M (5.75M euros). The late seed funding was led by Dutch-based impact investor Pymwymic (an acronym for "Put Your Money Where Your Meaning Is Community"), with participation from prior investors Halma Ventures Limited, SHIFT Invest and Oost NL. OneThird will use the new funding to scale its technology and operations to expand to new markets and support fresh produce supply chains in North America and Europe as the company works to tackle the $1 trillion lost annually to worldwide food waste due to spoilage. View a short video about OneThird here.

Key Points: 
  • OneThird will use the new funding to scale its technology and operations to expand to new markets and support fresh produce supply chains in North America and Europe as the company works to tackle the $1 trillion lost annually to worldwide food waste due to spoilage.
  • Up to one-third of food brought to market annually is wasted at an estimated cost of $1 trillion , and almost half of it – 40% – is fresh produce.
  • "Global food waste has an enormous environmental impact; reducing global food waste can help to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions and embolden global food security.
  • One-third of global food produced annually is lost or wasted, which is an astronomical volume given the number of people worldwide who go to bed hungry.

Blender Bites Lists its Full Product Line with Walmart Canada for Nationwide Distribution

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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With over 16.8 million customers shopping with Walmart Canada’s over 400 retail locations spread nationwide, and online through Walmart.ca1, the potential exposure for Blender Bites products is extremely significant.

Key Points: 
  • With over 16.8 million customers shopping with Walmart Canada’s over 400 retail locations spread nationwide, and online through Walmart.ca1, the potential exposure for Blender Bites products is extremely significant.
  • “Listing our products with Walmart Canada is an incredible win for Blender Bites as we have been chosen as their organic smoothie offering in stores across the Nation.
  • The “easy smoothie” category continues to receive significant interest from consumers in Canada and we are thrilled to be part of this movement.
  • We believe Walmart will be an incredible avenue for distribution of our products moving forward,” commented Chelsie Hodge, Blender Bites Founder and CEO.

GOODLES™ INTRODUCES NEW LINE OF DRY PASTA PRODUCTS

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GOODLES™ – the better-for-you noodle brand that has earned rave reviews for its modern line of boxed mac and cheese with delicious taste and nutrient-packed formulation, announced today the introduction of its latest product category and innovation: Dry Noodles. Three new pasta shapes join the portfolio of gooder mac and cheese - Lucky Penne (Penne); Loopdy-Loos (Cavatappi) and Curveballs (Pipette). These dry noodles boast a well-balanced nutritional profile with every serving providing 10g of protein, 7g of fiber with prebiotics, 21 nutrients from plant sources, fewer net carbs, and are a low Glycemic Index food, Kosher certified and a Clean Label Purity Award Winner.

Key Points: 
  • Three new pasta shapes join the portfolio of gooder mac and cheese - Lucky Penne (Penne); Loopdy-Loos (Cavatappi) and Curveballs (Pipette).
  • "We took the nutrient-packed noodles from our mac and cheese, added a bit of semolina to get the perfect bite and texture, and made fun shapes for the pasta aisle.
  • GOODLES is elevating the pasta category with noodles that deliver on nutrition, taste and texture in neon-pink boxes to stand out in the sleepy supermarket pasta section.
  • "The pasta aisle is overflowing with golden, al dente pasta options that provide very little nutrition.

Yogurtland Signs Five-Store Agreement in Houston

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., March 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yogurtland , the leading self-serve frozen yogurt brand, today announces the signing of a five-store agreement for new locations in the Houston market.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., March 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yogurtland , the leading self-serve frozen yogurt brand, today announces the signing of a five-store agreement for new locations in the Houston market.
  • These Houston locations will also debut a new Yogurtland store design, indicating the brand’s ongoing drive to excite today’s customer.
  • Yogurtland stores are typically 1,400-1,500 square feet and employ approximately 10-12 workers per location.
  • With this innovation, Yogurtland invited customers to build their own frozen yogurt desserts and create a memorable experience beyond what’s in the cup.

Soaring inflation, high interest rates are forcing Americans into risky financial moves to make ends meet, Achieve survey finds

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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SAN MATEO, Calif., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Record-high inflation and soaring interest rates are stretching the limits of household balance sheets, leaving many consumers to resort to extreme measures that can have long-term implications on their financial health, according to the latest study by Achieve, the leader in digital personal finance.

Key Points: 
  • The study, Financial Strategies for Fighting Inflation , is the latest research from the Achieve Center for Consumer Insights and highlights the extent of the financial strain facing many Americans due to the rising cost of household goods and interest rates.
  • "But other tactics, like borrowing from retirement savings, pawning valuables and missing debt payments, often mean risking your long-term financial security."
  • Given ongoing concerns about a looming recession, many consumers are planning on taking steps to strengthen their financial position.
  • In addition, 20% of respondents said they don't plan on making any changes to their financial habits.

NuZee Announces Costco Korea Now Carrying Single Serve Coffee Products Manufactured By NuZee

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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RICHARDSON, Texas, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NuZee, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUZE), a leading coffee co-packing company, announces today that pour-over coffee format is now available at Costco Wholesale ("Costco") warehouses in the U.S. and Korea.

Key Points: 
  • NuZee Pour-Over Coffee Brands Continue Strong Presence in Costco Wholesale Warehouses in U.S. and Abroad
    RICHARDSON, Texas, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NuZee, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUZE), a leading coffee co-packing company, announces today that pour-over coffee format is now available at Costco Wholesale ("Costco") warehouses in the U.S. and Korea.
  • Paul Bassett , packed by NuZee, is a strong, high-end coffee brand which is now available in Costco in Korea .
  • Maeil Dairies Co. Ltd. , one of the largest milk producers in Korea, licensed the Paul Bassett name and opened the first Korean Paul Bassett coffee shop in South Korea in 2009.
  • Maeil Dairies Co. Ltd. continues to maintain strong distribution for its milk, and Paul Bassett coffee products sell through its networks throughout South Korea.

Freshpet and Petco Launch Exclusive Industry-First Partnership Offering Customized Fresh Pet Food Subscription Delivered Directly to Pet Parents' Doors

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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SECAUCUS, N.J., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Freshpet (Nasdaq: FRPT) and Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: WOOF) announced an innovative partnership to produce and deliver fresh, customized subscription meal plans directly to pet parents' doors. Available exclusively on petco.com, Freshpet® Custom Meals™ are crafted for optimal nutrition by veterinary nutritionists for dogs. 

Key Points: 
  • This partnership makes Petco the first national brick-and-mortar pet retailer to offer a fresh pet food subscription of this kind through a new e-commerce brand: Freshpet® Custom Meals™
    SECAUCUS, N.J., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Freshpet (Nasdaq: FRPT) and Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: WOOF) announced an innovative partnership to produce and deliver fresh, customized subscription meal plans directly to pet parents' doors.
  • "It's exciting to see the demand for fresh pet food continue to grow," said Scott Morris, Co-Founder and President of Freshpet.
  • Our partnership with Petco allows us to deliver on both – creating customized healthy meal plans delivered to consumers' doorsteps."
  • As more pet parents shift to fresh food for their pets, Freshpet and Petco are making it easier to access high-quality options, regardless of how they choose to shop.

Harris Teeter Makes Good on New Marketing Campaign Slogan "In Food With Love"

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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MATTHEWS, N.C., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Harris Teeter, the Southeast's premium grocery store, donated a truck full of most-needed items to Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina in Charlotte in celebration of the company's refreshed logo and new slogan — "In Food With Love."

Key Points: 
  • "At Harris Teeter, we strive to reach more people, inspire more action and do more good in the communities we serve," said Tammy DeBoer, president of Harris Teeter.
  • Harris Teeter has partnered with Second Harvest for more than 30 years, supporting the food bank's work to provide food and grocery items to charitable agencies that help people in need.
  • Along with the donation, Harris Teeter recently revealed its refreshed logo and tagline — "Your Neighborhood Market" and launched a new marketing campaign with the slogan "In Food With Love."
  • In the coming months, Harris Teeter will roll out refreshed branding in-store and eventually on local Harris Teeter storefronts.

Kroger Delivery Arrives in Denver Metro Area

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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DENVER, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today announced its Customer Fulfillment Center (CFC) in Aurora, CO is open. This facility expands access to fresh, affordable food and provides more than 200 new associates with opportunities to grow their careers. Customers across the region can order Kroger's fresh produce and trend-setting Our Brands products to be delivered directly to their doors by a friendly associate.

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  • "Kroger Delivery, proudly serving King Soopers and City Market, will connect more Coloradans to a convenient shopping experience," said Rebekah Manis, Senior Director, Kroger Delivery Fulfillment Centers.
  • Kroger Delivery uses cutting-edge technology, temperature-controlled vans and efficiently optimized delivery routes to ensure only the freshest products are delivered to customers' homes.
  • "We're proud to bring Ocado's technology to Aurora, and to help launch a service that will power world-class customer experiences for Kroger Delivery shoppers in the Denver Metro Area," said Mark Bentley, President, Americas for Ocado Solutions.
  • Kroger is bringing these benefits to the Denver Metro area with the Aurora CFC, and to more U.S. markets.

Innovid Brings Data-Driven Personalization to Walmart's Demand-Side Platform's CTV Advertising Capabilities

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovid (NYSE: CTV), an independent advertising platform for the delivery, personalization and measurement of converged TV, today announced its partnership to power more personalized ad creative for Walmart DSP, the demand-side platform for the omnichannel retail media business of America's largest retailer – Walmart Connect. In addition to creative personalization, optimization and interactive experiences for placements like connected TV (CTV), Innovid will also offer ad delivery services to ensure the highest-quality video experience for the end consumer.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to creative personalization, optimization and interactive experiences for placements like connected TV (CTV), Innovid will also offer ad delivery services to ensure the highest-quality video experience for the end consumer.
  • "Through this partnership, our customers will be able to create even more personalized and relevant ad campaigns that drive better results, while maintaining a seamless, efficient workflow."
  • US digital retail media ad spending is projected to increase by 25.8% and reach $51.36 billion this year, according to eMarketer .
  • The new capabilities are immediately available to Innovid customers who are already advertising through the Walmart DSP.