Food preservation

StePacPPC's New Sustainable Packaging Boosts Exotic Mushroom Longevity

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Food safety, Overalls, Farmer, Weight loss, Respiration, Dehydration, Ward, Decomposition, Xtend, MAP, Restaurant, Marketing, Appetite, Ageing, Food preservation

TEFEN, Israel, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh produce packaging pioneers StePacPPC has customized its award-winning modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) films to preserve fresh whole and sliced white mushrooms, and whole exotic mushrooms, such as oyster, lion's mane, shiitake, portabella and more. The lean MAP system fulfills consumer demands for sustainable packaging that slows deterioration and dramatically reduces waste of this highly perishable item.

Key Points: 
  • The lean MAP system fulfills consumer demands for sustainable packaging that slows deterioration and dramatically reduces waste of this highly perishable item.
  • Growers and shippers are constantly grappling with these challenges, striving to improve mushroom storage capabilities and curb waste.
  • StePacPPC's latest advancement in its packaging formats is designed specifically to maintain the freshness of whole and sliced white mushrooms, and whole exotic mushrooms.
  • These lean and sustainable packaging formats can optionally be produced with 30% recycled material to support a circular economy.

Swander Pace Capital Completes the Sale of Patriot Pickle to H.I.G. Capital

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Retail, Professional Services, Food, Beverage, Finance, Sale, H.I.G. Capital, Investment, Supermarket, Pleasure, SPC, Growth, Food preservation

Swander Pace Capital (“SPC”), a leading private equity firm specializing in consumer product companies, announced the sale of Patriot Pickle, a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality refrigerated pickles across the United States to restaurant chains, supermarkets, and delis, to an affiliate of H.I.G.

Key Points: 
  • Swander Pace Capital (“SPC”), a leading private equity firm specializing in consumer product companies, announced the sale of Patriot Pickle, a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality refrigerated pickles across the United States to restaurant chains, supermarkets, and delis, to an affiliate of H.I.G.
  • “It was a pleasure to work with the Patriot Pickle team.
  • Patriot Pickle is a leader in the pickled and fermented foods category and is well-positioned for the future.
  • SPC’s strategic perspective, network, and broader insights were key enablers of the team’s success,” said Bill McEntee, CEO of Patriot Pickle.

H.I.G. Capital Completes Acquisition of Patriot Pickle

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Other Consumer, Food, Beverage, Manufacturing, Retail, Other Professional Services, Convenience Store, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Online Retail, Banking, Consumer, Professional Services, Department Stores, Restaurant, Bar, Other Retail, Other Manufacturing, Supermarket, Packaging, Specialty, CRISP, McDermott Will & Emery, Investment, Acquisition, H.I.G. Capital, Quick (restaurant), Growth, Food preservation

Capital (“H.I.G.”), a global alternative investment firm with $60 billion of capital under management, is pleased to announce that one of its affiliates has completed the acquisition of Patriot Pickle (“Patriot” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh pickles and other fermented foods.

Key Points: 
  • Capital (“H.I.G.”), a global alternative investment firm with $60 billion of capital under management, is pleased to announce that one of its affiliates has completed the acquisition of Patriot Pickle (“Patriot” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh pickles and other fermented foods.
  • The Company offers a wide range of cuts, flavors, and national brands, including Patriot Pickle, CRISP, Regal Crown, K&Z, and First Place Foods.
  • Bill McEntee, Founder and President of Patriot Pickle, and Adam Ricci, Chief Operating Officer, commented, “We are very excited about partnering with H.I.G.
  • William Blair and BMO Capital Markets Corp. acted as financial advisors and McDermott Will & Emery served as legal counsel to H.I.G.

ReposiTrak Traceability Network Continues Rapid Growth with 3 New Produce Suppliers Including Indoor Grower, Ripening Operation and Large-scale Producer/Distributor

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Technology, Transport, Supermarket, Software, Food, Beverage, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Retail, Data Management, Software as a service, CTE, Water, FTL, RTN, TRAK, FDA, Vegetable, Robotics, KDES-FM, Food preservation

ReposiTrak (NYSE:TRAK), the world's largest food traceability and regulatory compliance network, built upon its proven inventory management and out-of-stock reduction SaaS platform, today announced the addition of a sustainable indoor produce farm, one of North America’s largest privately-owned banana ripeners, and a large fresh and fresh-cut produce company to the ReposiTrak Traceability Network® (RTN).

Key Points: 
  • ReposiTrak (NYSE:TRAK), the world's largest food traceability and regulatory compliance network, built upon its proven inventory management and out-of-stock reduction SaaS platform, today announced the addition of a sustainable indoor produce farm, one of North America’s largest privately-owned banana ripeners, and a large fresh and fresh-cut produce company to the ReposiTrak Traceability Network® (RTN).
  • The new users will exchange complex, FDA-required Key Data Elements (KDEs) for each Critical Tracking Event (CTE) in the supply chain, ensuring compliance ahead of the January 2026 deadline.
  • “FSMA 204 compliance is a requirement for everyone and it’s our goal to make traceability easy and affordable for everyone.”
    The ReposiTrak Traceability Network requires no additional hardware or software and the ReposiTrak team assists in making the connections needed under the new regulation.
  • Suppliers can connect to an unlimited number of trading partners and begin sharing data for a low, flat fee and there is no cost to retailers.

Pickled Perfection Arrives at Publix: Introducing Pickled Red Onions and Pickled Asian Vegetables from Cleveland Kitchen

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Attention, Publix, Salad, Vegetable, Food preservation

CLEVELAND, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cleveland Kitchen, a leading provider of premium fermented foods, is excited to announce the arrival of two new products —Pickled Red Onions and Pickled Asian Vegetables.

Key Points: 
  • CLEVELAND, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cleveland Kitchen, a leading provider of premium fermented foods, is excited to announce the arrival of two new products —Pickled Red Onions and Pickled Asian Vegetables.
  • Crafted with care and attention to quality, Cleveland Kitchen's Pickled Red Onions and Pickled Asian Vegetables offer unique taste profiles and versatility.
  • The introduction of Pickled Red Onions and Pickled Asian Vegetables at Publix aligns with our commitment to providing consumers with unique and delicious options for enhancing their culinary creations.
  • Cleveland Kitchen encourages shoppers to visit their local Publix store and discover the irresistible flavors of Pickled Red Onions and Pickled Asian Vegetables in the produce aisle.

Food Safety During Power Outages: What to Know

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Weather, Milk, Refrigeration, Food, Temperature, Cooking, Multimedia, Meat, Risk, Eating, Water, Ill, Safety, Seafood, Poultry, Ice, Growth, Food preservation

Make ice cubes and freeze containers of water or gel packs to help keep food cold when there is a loss of power.

Key Points: 
  • Make ice cubes and freeze containers of water or gel packs to help keep food cold when there is a loss of power.
  • Keep coolers on hand to store refrigerated food if the power will be out for more than 4 hours.
  • Keeping food at safe temperatures is key to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses (also known as food poisoning).
  • Learn more about how to keep your food and water safe during a power outage:
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Salad and Go Has Super-Sized Growth on the Menu for 2024; Will Add New Stores Weekly Throughout the Year

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Meal, Michelin Guide, ALL, Sonic X, Michelin, Salad and Go, Coffee, Food industry, Growth, Food preservation

DALLAS, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Salad and Go, a one-of-a-kind drive-thru concept on a mission to make fresh, nutritious food convenient and affordable for ALL, is placing its bet that 2024 will be the year of the salad. Rounding the bend on a successful 2023, CEO Charlie Morrison has aggressive plans to bring Salad and Go to even more Americans with a goal of continuing to open nearly a store per week in 2024.

Key Points: 
  • "2023 was a year of exceptional growth, but 2024 will be a breakout year for Salad and Go," promises Morrison.
  • We are at an inflection point in this country where Americans are demanding more from restaurant chains.
  • Operational excellence gives Salad and Go the ability to offer such an affordable yet high quality menu.
  • "Some may say it's impossible, but Salad and Go is here to resolve the conflict between accessibility, affordability and wellness.

Crispy Green Celebrates 20 Years of Healthy Snacking and Shares Tips to Keep Active Families Energized in 2024

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
Energized, Quality of life, Family, Multi-pack, Sugarless, Taste, Nutrient, Health, Conquer, Snack, Food, Fruit, Food preservation

FAIRFIELD, N.J., Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Crispy Green Inc, maker of Crispy Fruit®, the top-selling freeze-dried fruit snack in the U.S., is celebrating 20 years of using food as a force for good and providing families with healthy snacks to fuel their active lifestyles by teaming up with Dr. Nicole Avena, author of the new book Sugarless: A 7-Step Plan to Uncover Hidden Sugars, Curb Your Cravings, and Conquer Your Addiction, to share the 'Do's and Don'ts to Keep Active Families Healthy and Energized in 2024,' available at Crispy Green's lifestyle education blog Smart LifeBites.

Key Points: 
  • Liu's passion for creating healthy snacks families can enjoy together has made Crispy Fruit the perfect grab-and-go snack families have turned to for a healthy crunch over the past two decades.
  • Having healthy snacks helps them maintain high energy, a healthy weight, and a better overall quality of life," says Liu.
  • Kids and adults usually need more fiber and less sugar, and Crispy Fruit snacks are flavorful and full of nutrients.
  • Dr. Avena says Crispy Fruit is a good source of fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels to prevent sudden energy crashes.

AgriFORCE CEO Provides Letter to Shareholders

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
THINK, Geography, Lettuce, Intellectual property, Hydroxyl radical, CFO, Virus, Research, Acquisition, VOC, RCS, Publishing, Taste, Weakness, Nutrient, ESG, Human, News, House, Hydroxy group, IP, Food, Food security, Investment, Transport, Carbohydrate, Climate, Bacteria, Environment, Food preservation

This year there has been a massive erosion of the macro business environment, which has certainly contributed to this weakness.

Key Points: 
  • This year there has been a massive erosion of the macro business environment, which has certainly contributed to this weakness.
  • Sometimes, in an environment like this, it is difficult to see the underlying progress being made in our Company.
  • RCS Hydroxyl chemical free & human safe pathogen eliminating equipment: reduces food spoilage and provides safer food processing and delivery.
  • We are actively marketing the AgriFORCE story to new investors in the US and Europe, and we're looking forward to participating in investor conferences during 2024.

Food Grade Gases Market Set to Reach US$ 11 Billion by 2028 with a Notable CAGR of 5.67% Amid Increasing Demand for Fresh Packaged Food Products - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, December 28, 2023
Food, Beverage, Manufacturing, Retail, Packaging, Chemicals, Plastics, MAP, Freezing, Modified atmosphere, Vegetable, Food preservation, Meat, Research, Drink, Oxygen, COVID-19, Gas, Nitrogen, Carbon, Seafood

The global food grade gases market has garnered unprecedented momentum, reaching a noteworthy valuation of US$ 7.9 Billion in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • The global food grade gases market has garnered unprecedented momentum, reaching a noteworthy valuation of US$ 7.9 Billion in 2022.
  • The market is on a robust growth trajectory and is predicted to ascend to a market size of US$ 11.0 Billion by 2028.
  • Food grade gases, including carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and oxygen, are integral in applications ranging from freezing, chilling, to carbonation and packaging of food products.
  • The rise in consumer expenditure and shifting preferences towards packaged and convenience food products have dramatically influenced the market landscape.