National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association

Getting Creative with Super-easy, COVID-friendly Holiday Entertaining Ideas

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Thursday, December 10, 2020
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The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) has some terrific ideas for attending or hosting small holiday gatherings.

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  • The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) has some terrific ideas for attending or hosting small holiday gatherings.
  • The key let's all do it safely with these entertaining tips and food serving ideas.
  • See our Holiday Gathering During COVID-19 video for preparation details and serving ideas.
  • Get Inspired: Visit EasyHomeMeals.com or follow Easy Home Meals on Instagram to see and experience creative, inspiring Holiday meal, appetizer and dessert ideas.

Frozen and Dairy Innovation on Full Display at NFRA Virtual Convention

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Friday, October 23, 2020
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It is estimated there were more than 3,000 one-on-one business meetings held over the three-day convention period.

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  • It is estimated there were more than 3,000 one-on-one business meetings held over the three-day convention period.
  • NFRA Chairman Joe D'Alberto, Acosta Sales & Marketing, opened the convention addressing the Association's necessary pivot to the virtual event because of COVID-19, and recognizing the response of the overall food industry to the pandemic.
  • The innovation on display from the frozen and refrigerated foods industry was impressive taking center stage not only in one-on-one business meetings, but in the Convention Virtual Exhibit Hall .
  • NFRA announced the Golden Penguin Top Marketer Awards for excellence in merchandising for March Frozen Food Month, June Dairy Month and Summer Favorites Ice Cream & Novelties promotions.

Find Today's Hottest Food Trends in the Frozen Food Aisle!

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Thursday, March 5, 2020
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    According to the National Frozen & Refrigerated Food Association (NFRA), frozen food manufacturers have listened to consumers and are delivering on innovative products and cuisines that are aligned with today's dining habits and health trends.
  • Whether you are looking for vegan, gluten-free, organic, non-dairy, ethnicthe frozen food aisle has it all.
  • Breakfast foods are hot anytime during the day, and the frozen food aisle has creative options like breakfast pizzas, burritos, bowls, sandwiches and more.
  • Frozen foods are part of the food waste solution - they allow you to use only what you need, and put the rest back in the freezer.

A Good Time To Go "Back to School" on Food Waste

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Thursday, August 22, 2019
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In fact,40 percentof all food produced in the United States is discarded.Twenty percentof the food we buy is never eaten.

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  • In fact,40 percentof all food produced in the United States is discarded.Twenty percentof the food we buy is never eaten.
  • The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA), in partnership with education curriculum specialists Young Minds Inspired (YMI), has developed a No Taste for Food Waste educational program that is addressing food waste by educating future consumers about the problem.
  • "This unique No Taste for Food Waste educational initiative addresses food waste problems in ways that teens, teachers and parents can relate," commented Skip Shaw, President and CEO of NFRA.
  • Don't toss food before it spoils learn about food expiration dates, and "use by" and "best if used by" dates.

Cool Off with Summer Favorite Frozen Treats

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Thursday, July 18, 2019
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HARRISBURG, Pa., July 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today's big scoop for anyone who enjoys America's favorite cool treats: National Ice Cream Day is July 21!

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., July 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today's big scoop for anyone who enjoys America's favorite cool treats: National Ice Cream Day is July 21!
  • Why limit yourself to just one day when you can celebrate with the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) the entire month with their annual Summer Favorites Ice Cream & Novelties promotion.
  • Frozen yogurt can be made with sheep milk or goat milk in the Middle East and China, even camel and yak varieties are available.
  • There are many new non-dairy frozen options made with almond milk, soy milk, rice milk, coconut cream and more.

Latest Findings From National Frozen And Refrigerated Foods Association Show Improved Favorability Toward Frozen Food Category

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Wednesday, March 20, 2019
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HARRISBURG, Pa., March 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Aptly timed for 'National Frozen Food Month', new media analysis undertaken by the National Frozen and Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) showcases growth in positive frozen food content and innovation within the category.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., March 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Aptly timed for 'National Frozen Food Month', new media analysis undertaken by the National Frozen and Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) showcases growth in positive frozen food content and innovation within the category.
  • Frozen PR campaign, driving consistent messaging and reinforcing many key frozen food benefits that were identified in the analysis.
  • Frozen campaign launched in 2013, to showcase how frozen foods are created using real ingredients, chef-inspired recipes and fresh flavors.
  • "Together with our members, we have been steadily reinforcing the frozen aisle as a destination for quality foods for every occasion, lifestyle and dietary need, and that frozen food is Real Food, Just Frozen," said Skip Shaw, President and Chief Executive Officer of National Frozen and Refrigerated Foods Association.

NFRA Says Frozen Food Has Never Been Hotter

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Thursday, June 14, 2018
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Results from the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association's (NFRA) recent March Frozen Food Month promotion showed a 1.9% increase in unit sales and 2.2% in dollar sales, according to Nielsen the best March performance for the frozen food category in five years*.

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  • Results from the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association's (NFRA) recent March Frozen Food Month promotion showed a 1.9% increase in unit sales and 2.2% in dollar sales, according to Nielsen the best March performance for the frozen food category in five years*.
  • Nielsen reported that frozen food dollar sales in the U.S. rose 1.4% in the last year, with frozen vegetables particularly strong, jumping 4.5%.
  • 'We go where the consumer is talking about food, and communicate about the benefits of frozen food," continued Shaw.
  • Many products in the frozen aisles today meet their criteria, and this new consumer is realizing more and more that frozen food is real foodjust frozen."