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Building on brand relaunch momentum, Wesson introduces new Plant Butters

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Monday, October 23, 2023

Wesson Plant Butter (Original) and Plant Butter (with Olive Oil) have officially made their debut at select retailers in Northeastern USA.

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  • Wesson Plant Butter (Original) and Plant Butter (with Olive Oil) have officially made their debut at select retailers in Northeastern USA.
  • Now Wesson Plant Butters expand the possibilities with a 100 per cent plant based, dairy and preservative free, vegan option.
  • Wesson Plant Butter (Original) and Plant Butter (with Olive oil) are ideal for spreading and have delicious buttery, taste-tester-approved flavor.
  • "The Wesson Plant Butter rollout begins in the Northeast where consumer demand and Wesson brand loyalty are high," says Irman Webb (Director of U.S Retail Sales, Wesson).

Wholly Gluten Free, part of the Run-A-Ton family of brands, Unveils Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookie in Partnership with Spokin, Inc.

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

CHESTER, N.J., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wholly Gluten Free, a leading brand of gluten-free and allergen-friendly foods, is proud to announce its latest innovation, the Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookie.

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  • CHESTER, N.J., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wholly Gluten Free, a leading brand of gluten-free and allergen-friendly foods, is proud to announce its latest innovation, the Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookie.
  • The new Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookie is set to revolutionize the gluten-free dessert landscape.
  • "We are excited to introduce our Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookie, and to have collaborated with Spokin in developing this delicious allergy-friendly treat.
  • The Wholly Gluten Free Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookie is currently available for purchase at Wegmans & Mother's Market and is coming soon to Hannaford & Earth Fare.

Grove Announces Fiscal Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Monday, August 14, 2023

DTC net revenue per order was $64.8 in the second quarter of 2023, a record for Grove, up 5% quarter-over-quarter and up 11% year-over-year.

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  • DTC net revenue per order was $64.8 in the second quarter of 2023, a record for Grove, up 5% quarter-over-quarter and up 11% year-over-year.
  • In the second quarter, 67% of Grove Co. product net revenue came from either zero-plastic, re-usable or refillable and zero plastic waste products, determined as meeting the Company’s Beyond Plastic™ standard1, down slightly from 70% in the first quarter of 2023 and the second quarter of 2022.
  • Across the Grove.co site and through retail partners, plastic intensity was 1.01 pounds of plastic per $100 in revenue in the second quarter of 2023, a slight improvement from 1.02 in the first quarter of 2023 and meaningfully improved from 1.07 in the second quarter of 2022
    Across all Grove Brands, plastic intensity was 0.95 pounds of plastic per $100 in revenue in the second quarter of 2023, increasing from 0.90 pounds in the first quarter of 2023 and 0.87 pounds in the second quarter of 2022
    Starting in Q1 2023, we break out Beyond Plastic™ for Grove Co. as our flagship brand, instead of grouping together all owned brands within the Grove family.
  • Net loss margin of (16.4)%, compared to (18.3)% in the first quarter of 2022 and (44.5)% in the second quarter of 2022.

ADUSA Distribution Adds Chester, New York, Distribution Center to Supply Chain Network

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

CHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Moving closer to an integrated self-distribution network, ADUSA Distribution converted its newest distribution center located on Elizabeth Drive in Chester, N.Y. on July 30.

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  • CHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Moving closer to an integrated self-distribution network, ADUSA Distribution converted its newest distribution center located on Elizabeth Drive in Chester, N.Y. on July 30.
  • “We’re excited to welcome Chester into the supply chain network,” said Sanja Krajnovic, EVP, ADUSA Distribution & Transportation.
  • Nearly 500 people are employed at the site by ADUSA Distribution, ADUSA Transportation, and third-party labor providers, including C&S.
  • The supply chain network serving Ahold Delhaize USA companies is one of the most expansive on the East Coast, moving more than 1.2 billion cases in 2022.

Yerbaé Reports Record First Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Yerbaé Brands Corp. (TSXV: YERB.U) (“Yerbaé” or the “Company”), a plant-based energy beverage company, reported record revenue of US$3.5M in net sales in Q1 2023, representing year-over-year (“YoY”) growth of 130% for the quarter.

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  • Yerbaé Brands Corp. (TSXV: YERB.U) (“Yerbaé” or the “Company”), a plant-based energy beverage company, reported record revenue of US$3.5M in net sales in Q1 2023, representing year-over-year (“YoY”) growth of 130% for the quarter.
  • The most recent reported Nielsen consumer behavior data as of 5.13.23, shows Yerbaé sales in the FMCG Retailer universe up +356% YoY for L13-wks, and +277% for the first quarter for 2023.
  • Yerbaé launched two new innovative on trend flavors: Lemonade and Yuzu Lime
    April unaudited record revenue month of US$1.6 million, up +171% from US$0.6 million in April 2022.
  • On April 18, 2023, Yerbaé announced food service expansion with Compass Group North America to roughly 10,000 locations across 24 states.

Prime Minister announces the upcoming appointment of John Hannaford as Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to the Cabinet

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, May 30, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of John Hannaford as Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to the Cabinet, effective June 24, 2023.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, May 30, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of John Hannaford as Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to the Cabinet, effective June 24, 2023.
  • Mr. Hannaford is currently Deputy Minister of Natural Resources.
  • He joined the federal public service in 1995 and has served in a number of senior-level positions, including as Deputy Minister of International Trade and Foreign and Defence Policy Advisor to the Prime Minister.
  • The role of the Clerk of the Privy Council is to advise the Prime Minister and elected government officials in managing the country, from an objective, non-partisan, public policy perspective.

Hannaford Supermarkets Launches Flybuy to Enhance the 'Hannaford To Go' Customer Experience

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Monday, May 22, 2023

WASHINGTON, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hannaford Supermarkets today announced a new partnership with Flybuy, the industry-leading location technology platform, to support the grocery retailer's 'Hannaford To Go' pickup service. This innovative technology will increase convenience for customers by providing them with a completely seamless and efficient pickup experience, while simultaneously maximizing productivity for Hannaford stores.

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  • Flybuy leverages location data to streamline the pickup process, reduce wait times, and enhance the overall customer experience.
  • This innovative solution not only improves the customer experience, but also increases efficiency and productivity for Hannaford.
  • "We are thrilled to launch Flybuy with Hannaford Supermarkets and provide an easy, quick, and personalized pickup solution," said Marc Wallace, Co-Founder and CEO of Flybuy.
  • As a Massachusetts native, I am very familiar with Hannaford Supermarkets and am proud that they are joining the Flybuy family."

Grove Co. Announces New Retail Partnerships with Kroger, Costco and Hannaford

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GROV) (“Grove” or “the Company”), a leading sustainable consumer products company and Certified B Corp, today announced another significant retail expansion for Grove Co., its flagship home care brand.

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  • Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GROV) (“Grove” or “the Company”), a leading sustainable consumer products company and Certified B Corp, today announced another significant retail expansion for Grove Co., its flagship home care brand.
  • The Company added three retailers - Kroger, Costco and Hannaford - marking further progress in its omni-channel distribution expansion strategy.
  • The latest retail additions brings the Company’s retail footprint to over 5,700 brick-and-mortar stores.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230517005151/en/
    Grove Collaborative’s expansion into Kroger, Costco and Hannaford brings its retail footprint to over 5,700 brick-and-mortar stores.

Dole Packaged Foods Brings the Good Crunch™ with Fruit-Forward Crunchy Snack

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for National Potato Chip Day, Dole Packaged Foods, LLC today unveiled the ultimate crunchy, better-for-you snack: Good Crunch™, a nutritious, sustainably-made dried fruit snack with an ultra-craveable crunch designed to retrain your brain on snacking. This innovative product uses a gentle dehydration process that locks in delicious fresh fruit flavor and preserves nutrients for a light, airy and healthy snack.  

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  • This innovative product uses a gentle dehydration process that locks in delicious fresh fruit flavor and preserves nutrients for a light, airy and healthy snack.
  • Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9144851-dole-packaged-foods-good...
    "We're thrilled to be adding Good Crunch to our portfolio of innovative fruit snacks," says Orzse Hodi, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Americas, Dole Packaged Foods, LLC.
  • "Crunchy snacks are often associated with being unhealthy, but we're looking to change that perception with Good Crunch.
  • Good Crunch was designed with wellness in mind, made using all-natural, non-GMO fruits and no artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, or added sugar or oil.

Vitalite Plant-Based Cheese Now Available in 5,000+ Stores

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

MILWAUKEE, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Saputo USA brand of plant-based cheese, Vitalite, is expanding its distribution to more than 5,000 retailers in the U.S., including Albertsons, ACME, Safeway and Harris Teeter locations. The vegan-certified, dairy-free cheese will be available to more consumers looking for tasty plant-based options across the country.

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  • The vegan-certified, dairy-free cheese will be available to more consumers looking for tasty plant-based options across the country.
  • "As a dairy company, we knew our cheese expertise could deliver a plant-based alternative that lives up to cheese expectations," said David Cherrie, Saputo USA Vice President, Marketing and Innovation.
  • "With ongoing retail distribution expansion, we look forward to continuing to bring Vitalite to consumers across the country."
  • Vitalite is available in six dairy-free varieties, including mozzarella-style slices and shreds, cheddar-style slices and shreds, plus grated Parmesan-style crumbles and a creamy original spread.