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Hormel Foods Brands Showcase Innovation and Sustainability Efforts at 2023 Natural Products Expo West

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Thursday, March 16, 2023

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AUSTIN, Minn., March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Team members from Hormel Foods Corporation, (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, attended the 2023 Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, Calif., to showcase the latest innovations and trends in natural and sustainable food within its broad product portfolio. The Justin's and Applegate brand teams highlighted the latest innovations and new products for attendees to enjoy.

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AUSTIN, Minn., March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Team members from Hormel Foods Corporation, (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, attended the 2023 Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, Calif., to showcase the latest innovations and trends in natural and sustainable food within its broad product portfolio.
Expo West is an opportunity for the food and beverage industry to understand trends within the sustainable and natural space.
"Expo West is an incredibly rich opportunity for us to understand leading edge trends in product and packaging," said Ashley Krautkramer-Gonya, senior innovation manager at Planters.
Focus on packaging sustainability efforts through research, innovation, on-package communications and optimizing package weight and shipping efficiencies.

A New Year, An Even Better Cracker From Mary's Gone Crackers

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Thursday, March 16, 2023

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RENO, Nev., March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mary's Gone Crackers – the industry leader in certified organic, gluten-free, Kosher, non-GMO crackers – is riding their wave of success achieved in 2022 into 2023. As a part of this momentum, the brand also made an appearance at Natural Products Expo West in Southern California last week to continue to promote their recent innovations in natural snacking.

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Mary's Gone Crackers diversified their snack lineup in 2022 with the release of two highly anticipated products – Mary's Gone Kookies and Mary's Gone Cheezee .
Most notably, the following retailers have recently added Mary's Gone Crackers, Kookies, and/or Cheezee to their shelves:
The attention Mary's Gone Crackers' robust line of crackers, Kookies and cheese-flavored snacks gained in the year 2022 is unsurprising as they have risen to meet the needs of health-motivated snackers everywhere.
All of Mary's Gone Crackers' offerings are made in their state-of-the-art facility, are certified Kosher, USDA Organic, non-GMO Project Verified and, most importantly, taste great.
With promises of even more innovation to meet the needs of even more consumers, the year ahead is bright for Mary's Gone Crackers.

NuZee Expands West Coast Single Serve Coffee Manufacturing Footprint with Apffels

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

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RICHARDSON, Texas, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NuZee, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUZE), a leading innovator in coffee technology and co-packer of single serve specialty coffee formats, named 2022's most innovative company in coffee processing by World Finance, today announces that it has entered into a manufacturing agreement with nationally-recognized, California-based coffee roaster Apffels (EDW. Apffel Co.), which will expand NuZee's manufacturing footprint on the West Coast in an effort to increase efficiencies, grow its margins, and accommodate substantial additional capacity.

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Apffel Co.), which will expand NuZee's manufacturing footprint on the West Coast in an effort to increase efficiencies, grow its margins, and accommodate substantial additional capacity.
In addition to manufacturing NuZee's innovative single serve coffee brew bags and pour over products, NuZee plans to begin testing the TiMELESS® technology , a new flexible film sealing technology that eliminates the need for one-way plastic degassing valves that are commonly used in the coffee industry at Apffels' manufacturing facility.
NuZee is investing in Apffel's manufacturing space, expanding its capabilities with specialized equipment specific to producing single serve pour over and brew bags.
Further, the partnership provides NuZee with West and East Coast options for large-scale manufacturing.

Pickle Juice Brings Functional Heat with New Chili Lime Shot

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

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MESQUITE, Texas, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pickle Juice, pioneers in providing scientifically proven methods to prevent muscle cramps and dehydration, is excited to announce the release of Chili Lime as the latest innovation of their 2.5oz Extra Strength Pickle Juice shot. Pickle Juice believes in providing natural and healthy aid to the physical aches and pains that interfere with the daily activities of a variety of consumers. Their products are USDA Organic certified, sugar and caffeine-free, and provide instant cramping relief now complete with added heat and the delicious flavor combination of chili and lime.

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MESQUITE, Texas, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pickle Juice , pioneers in providing scientifically proven methods to prevent muscle cramps and dehydration, is excited to announce the release of Chili Lime as the latest innovation of their 2.5oz Extra Strength Pickle Juice shot.
"At Pickle Juice, our mission is to help consumers achieve the physical success of the activity of their choice," said Filip Keuppens, Executive Vice President for The Pickle Juice Company.
Each Pickle Juice shot contains a proprietary blend of grain and vinegar–putting a halt to muscle cramps before they even start.
Pickle Juice is available in a 1-gallon extra strength pickle juice, 16 ounce pickle juice sport, 8 ounce pickle juice sport, 2.5 ounce pickle juice shot, and more.

Edible Garden Takes Food from “Bland to Bold™” with Launch of Pulp Sustainable Line of Gourmet Sauces and Chili-Based Products at Natural Products EXPO WEST® 2023 in Anaheim, California March 8th-10th

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

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The Company also reports it will market Pulp under the pending trademark: Bland to Bold™.

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The Company also reports it will market Pulp under the pending trademark: Bland to Bold™.
National Products EXPO WEST® 2023 is produced by New Hope Network and co-located by Fresh Ideas Organic Marketplace.
Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, "We are excited to introduce Pulp's complete line of sustainable gourmet sauces and chili-based products at EXPO WEST® 2023.
Please stop by the Edible Garden booth, # 8407, located on Level 3 in the Hot Products area of EXPO WEST, and taste these gourmet sauces for yourself.”

UNFI Expands Wild Harvest Organic Produce Offering with Over 40 New Products

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

Since its 2022 launch , the Wild Harvest organic produce line has enjoyed significant growth as consumers have come to rely on the brand for their eating occasions.

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Since its 2022 launch , the Wild Harvest organic produce line has enjoyed significant growth as consumers have come to rely on the brand for their eating occasions.
The bold color scheme and easily recognizable branding helps both consumers and store associates distinguish which products are organic, while offering the trust of the Wild Harvest label.
“Reaction to the Wild Harvest organic produce rollout has been exceptionally positive and an excellent case study for how offering the right selection of products can help our customers grow and thrive,” said Dorn Wenninger, senior vice president of produce at UNFI.
“The new Wild Harvest organic produce packaging features eye popping, bold colors and imagery that sets itself apart on the shelf versus national brands.

Serenity Kids Reinvents Smoothies with the Launch of the First Ever Low Sugar, Dairy-Free Smoothies with Grass Fed Collagen for Children

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Serenity Kids, the nation's leading shelf-stable baby and toddler food brand, continues to introduce high-quality, nutrient-rich product offerings with four new innovative Dairy-Free Smoothie + Protein pouch varieties. These are the first-ever baby food products on the market to include protein from grass fed collagen. The four new varieties include: Berry Butternut, Pumpkin Spice, Sweet Potato Spice, and Beet & Carrot.

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These are the first-ever baby food products on the market to include protein from grass fed collagen.
said Serenity Carr, co-founder and CEO of Serenity Kids.
Serenity Kids' Smoothies line is third party tested for over 200 heavy metals, plasticizers, and contaminants by the Clean Label Project.
With this new line launch, Serenity Kids also intends to increase the age-range of pouches.

Organic Trade Association releases 2023 Farm Bill platform

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Washington, D.C., Feb. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Organic Trade Association (OTA) on Wednesday called for a new Farm Bill that recognizes the integral role the $63 billion U.S. organic sector plays in today’s American agriculture.

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Washington, D.C., Feb. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Organic Trade Association (OTA) on Wednesday called for a new Farm Bill that recognizes the integral role the $63 billion U.S. organic sector plays in today’s American agriculture.
The association, in announcing its platform for the 2023 Farm Bill, outlined policies to support the growth and success of organic agriculture into the next decade and beyond.
“Organic is one of the country’s fastest-growing food production and processing categories, but despite the organic sector’s strengths and marketplace success, the industry faces core challenges that Congress must address in the next Farm Bill,” said Tom Chapman, CEO of the trade association.
“The Farm Bill has a huge impact on the future of organic agriculture, and we need to capitalize on the important gains that organic achieved in the 2018 Farm Bill,” said FAC co-chair Doug Crabtree, organic farmer from Montana.

Whole Earth® Brands’ Wholesome® Brand Launches Regenerative Organic Certified® Sugars Exclusively with Whole Foods Market

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

CHICAGO, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Whole Earth Brands, Inc. (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FREE) a global food company enabling healthier lifestyles through premium plant-based sweeteners, flavor enhancers and other foods, will bring some of the first Regenerative Organic Certified sweeteners to market under its Wholesome® brand. Wholesome, founded in 2001, was a pioneer in establishing Fair Trade standards within the sweetener aisle, bringing consumers high quality products that can have a positive impact on people and planet. Wholesome has worked with Whole Foods Market to launch its Regenerative Organic Certified cane and turbinado sugars nationwide in the United States in January 2023.

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Wholesome has worked with Whole Foods Market to launch its Regenerative Organic Certified cane and turbinado sugars nationwide in the United States in January 2023.
Wholesome launched the first Regenerative Organic Certified Cane Sugar in Whole Foods Market following a rollout beginning on January 16th to 516 Whole Foods Market stores across the United States.
“As consumer education around regenerative organic farming increases, Wholesome Regenerative Organic Certified cane and turbinado sugars will provide an opportunity for consumers to vote for regenerative organic agriculture with their dollars.
We look forward to bringing these products to grocery shelves to help build awareness of Regenerative Organic Certified and the regenerative organic movement with Whole Foods Market shoppers.”
Whole Earth Brands is dedicated to creating positive change within the sweeteners category through sourcing leadership and supporting the Regenerative Organic Alliance, parent organization of Regenerative Organic Certified.

Garden of Life Brings Tasty Back with Oat-Standing New Organic Creamy Protein with Oatmilk

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

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PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Garden of Life®, the carbon-neutral leader in science-based formulas made from clean, traceable, organic and non-GMO ingredients, today introduced Organic Creamy Protein with Oatmilk, a line of new plant-based protein powders with a delectable silky smooth taste. In addition, Garden of Life also announced new and improved formulas for its existing Raw Organic Protein and Raw Organic Meal, offering enhanced texture and flavors.

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In addition, Garden of Life also announced new and improved formulas for its existing Raw Organic Protein and Raw Organic Meal, offering enhanced texture and flavors.
"With our latest innovation, Organic Creamy Protein with Oatmilk, we wanted to create the best-tasting powder on the market that's delicious and smooth even when just mixed with water.
Garden of Life Organic Creamy Protein with Oatmilk is perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike, as 39% of Americans are actively trying to eat more plant-based food, according to a study from Nielsen 1.
Maintaining the clean quality users already love, the reformulated Raw Organic Protein and Raw Organic Meal delivers elevated taste and texture all with familiar plant-based nutrition.