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Precipice Coffee Launches Maine's First All-Electric Coffee Roastery Powered by Solar Energy

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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ELSWORTH, Maine, April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Precipice Coffee, the most eco-friendly micro-roastery in Maine, is announcing the successful installation of an 8Kwh solar array at their roastery and shop in Ellsworth, Maine. After nearly two years of roasting on the all-electric, ventless Bellwether Coffee Roaster – which reduces the carbon footprint from roasting by 87% when compared to traditional gas roasters – Precipice has now taken its commitment to environmental stewardship even further by installing solar panels to make the coffee roastery, cafe, and bakery operation entirely self-sustainable and powered by 100% clean energy.

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  • ELSWORTH, Maine, April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Precipice Coffee , the most eco-friendly micro-roastery in Maine, is announcing the successful installation of an 8Kwh solar array at their roastery and shop in Ellsworth, Maine.
  • "Acadia National Park holds a special place in our hearts, as it's where my husband and I fell in love.
  • As a member of A Climate to Thrive's (ACTT's) Climate Reduction Commitment program, Precipice Coffee has received invaluable support in its journey towards net-zero emissions.
  • Visit Precipice Coffee Thursday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 56 Deane Street, Ellsworth, Maine.

Sweetgreen Collaborates With Miami Restaurant, Boia De, for an Exclusive Bowl

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Thursday, April 13, 2023
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For the first time, customers at South Florida sweetgreen locations can order the Boia De Bowl, a savory Italian-inspired salad that’s stacked with craveable ingredients, now available for in-store and online ordering for a limited time only.

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  • For the first time, customers at South Florida sweetgreen locations can order the Boia De Bowl, a savory Italian-inspired salad that’s stacked with craveable ingredients, now available for in-store and online ordering for a limited time only.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230413005260/en/
    The fast casual restaurant, sweetgreen, offers guests a Michelin star experience with the release of its limited edition salad made in partnership with Boia De restaurant, exclusively available at South Florida sweetgreen locations.
  • The Boia De Bowl is available to order at all South Florida locations starting today until June 12.
  • Follow sweetgreen on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @sweetgreen.

Stop & Shop Introduces Refreshed Grove Hall Store Focused on Community Health

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Friday, August 19, 2022
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QUINCY, Mass., Aug. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stop & Shop today announced it is furthering its commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of the communities it serves with a newly refreshed store in the Grove Hall neighborhood of Boston. On Friday, August 19, Stop & Shop will unveil the fresh new look at its 460 Blue Hill Ave. location, which includes a new Community Wellness Space built to host robust programming at no cost to the community. Another hallmark of the updated Grove Hall Stop & Shop location will be a dedicated, in-store dietitian offering free nutrition programming through one-to-one consultations, community classes, and webinars. Stop & Shop selected the Grove Hall location for this program because of high rates of nutrition-related chronic conditions in the surrounding area, coupled with high rates of food insecurity and residents living below the poverty level*, creating an opportunity for the grocer to play an active role in driving healthier outcomes via food-driven wellness initiatives.

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  • Another hallmark of the updated Grove Hall Stop & Shop location will be a dedicated, in-store dietitian offering free nutrition programming through one-to-one consultations, community classes, and webinars.
  • The Stop & Shop Grove Hall Community Wellness Space will feature free programs beginning in September like plant-based eating across cultures, high blood pressure classes, plus healthy grocery shopping assistance through store tours for community residents of all ages.
  • Stop & Shop has also been advancing its investments in Grove Hall beyond just its store.
  • To commemorate the grand reopening of the Grove Hall Stop & Shop location, the company will be hosting a community wellness celebration at the 48 Geneva Avenue parking lot, located behind the store, on August 19, from 11AM until 6PM.

The Worldwide Yogurt Drink Industry is Expected to Reach $86 Billion by 2030 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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The growing consumer preference for healthier snacking products has contributed significantly to the growth of this market in recent years.

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  • The growing consumer preference for healthier snacking products has contributed significantly to the growth of this market in recent years.
  • Yogurt drinks offer several advantages, such as improved gut health and immunity.
  • According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), yogurt provides important nutrients, including vitamins and calcium in adequate quantity.
  • However, at present, the market is fragmented with the growing number of SMEs and local players in this industry space.

GROWBOSTON! GRADUATES ITS FIRST COHORT OF FIFTEEN CONTRACT-READY COMPANIES TO SUPPORT SUPPLIER CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT

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Thursday, June 30, 2022
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This innovative partnership between the City of Boston and Interise highlights the importance of creating pathways with the Supplier Diversity Office for minority business owners and their employees.

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  • This innovative partnership between the City of Boston and Interise highlights the importance of creating pathways with the Supplier Diversity Office for minority business owners and their employees.
  • Interise contributes to inclusive economic development through its national research on the growth of established small businesses and its award-winning business development programs.
  • Interise partners with government agencies, anchor institutions, and business associations to offer the StreetWise 'MBA' program in 80+ cities nationwide.
  • Strategic Growth Partners include the Kauffman Foundation, the TD Bank Foundation, the Wells Fargo Foundation, and the Prudential Foundation.

Bowery Farming, Unfold partner to create great tasting, locally produced veggies

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Thursday, June 23, 2022
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DAVIS, Calif., June 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bowery Farming, the largest vertical farming company in the U.S, and Unfold, an industry leading seed and digital solutions company advancing the vertical farming industry, today announced a partnership to create great tasting, locally produced vegetables through new seed varieties.

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  • DAVIS, Calif., June 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bowery Farming, the largest vertical farming company in the U.S, and Unfold, an industry leading seed and digital solutions company advancing the vertical farming industry, today announced a partnership to create great tasting, locally produced vegetables through new seed varieties.
  • Controlled environmental agriculture needs deep collaborations, like Unfold and Bowerys, to unlock the immense potential value of the industry.
  • Bowery has identified two new higher-yielding Romaine varieties available exclusively from Unfold that it aims to trial in early 2023.
  • Founded in 2015, Bowery Farming is on a mission to democratize access to high-quality, local, safe, and sustainable produce.

Ben Barber Innovation Academy in Mansfield, Texas Wins First Place In Restaurant Management Competition At The 2022 National ProStart Invitational In Washington, D.C.

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Monday, May 23, 2022
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WASHINGTON, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Out of 80 teams from across the country, Team Texas from Ben Barber Innovation Academy earned first place in the restaurant management competition at the 2022 National ProStart Invitational (NPSI).

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  • WASHINGTON, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Out of 80 teams from across the country, Team Texas from Ben Barber Innovation Academy earned first place in the restaurant management competition at the 2022 National ProStart Invitational (NPSI).
  • The Ben Barber Innovation Academy from Mansfield, Texas took home first place in the management competition with the winning restaurant concept "The Herb'N Table" that featured a farm-to-table, contemporary-casual dining experience.
  • Ben Barber's culinary team also took 4th place at the National ProStart competition.
  • Both culinary and management teams from Ben Barber placed first at their state competition, landing them the opportunity to compete at NPSI.

Delaware and Texas Students Win Top Honors at 2022 National ProStart Invitational in Washington, D.C.

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Monday, May 9, 2022
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WASHINGTON, May 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Besting 80 other culinary and restaurant management teams from across the country, Caesar Rodney High School of Camden, Delaware, and Ben Barber Innovation Academy of Mansfield, Texas, earned first place finishes at the 2022 National ProStart Invitational (NPSI), hosted by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). The competition, held in Washington, D.C., marked the first in-person event since 2019 and awarded more than $200,000 in scholarship funds to winning teams to support their future careers. Caesar Rodney High School won the culinary competition while Ben Barber Innovation Academy won the restaurant management competition. 

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  • WASHINGTON, May 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Besting 80 other culinary and restaurant management teams from across the country, Caesar Rodney High School of Camden, Delaware, and Ben Barber Innovation Academy of Mansfield, Texas, earned first place finishes at the 2022 National ProStart Invitational (NPSI) , hosted by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) .
  • Caesar Rodney High School won the culinary competition while Ben Barber Innovation Academy won the restaurant management competition.
  • During the award ceremony held Sunday evening, May 8, NPSI also celebrated teachers recognized through the ProStart National Educator of Excellence Awards (EEA) .
  • Click here for the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation's 2021 Annual Impact Report.

Emmanuel Faber and David Barber Join Impact Investor Astanor Ventures

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021
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NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Astanor Ventures announced today the addition of David Barber and Emmanuel Faber to its partnership team.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Astanor Ventures announced today the addition of David Barber and Emmanuel Faber to its partnership team.
  • David Barber, Partner at Astanor Ventures said, "Capital's required role in food system transformation has long been underestimated.
  • Emmanuel Faber, Partner at Astanor Ventures said, "I am thrilled that David and I are joining Astanor as partners today.
  • With the addition of Barber and Faber to the partnership team, Astanor scales its global reach and global impact, reinforcing its position as a pioneer in agrifood tech impact investing.

BinWise Releases Major Upgrade with BinScan 3.0 - Inventory Scanning App

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --BinWise, Inc., a pioneer and industry leader in beverage inventory management, today released a major upgrade with the BinScan 3.0 mobile app for iOS and Android .

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  • MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --BinWise, Inc., a pioneer and industry leader in beverage inventory management, today released a major upgrade with the BinScan 3.0 mobile app for iOS and Android .
  • "The new and improved BinWise, along with the BinScan inventory scanning app, are better than ever before," he adds.
  • "BinScan 3.0 is a major upgrade to our mobile app and delivers on key improvements and new features requested by our customers.
  • The BinScan mobile app makes it easy to take a complete inventory in a matter of minutes.