Although it already comes in its own - often edible - natural packaging, fruit still is not the most convenient food. In fact, the Produce for Better Health Foundation says 90 percent of Americans don’t eat the recommended four servings of fruit each day.
Just in time for summertime grilling, produce marketer The Sholl Group II, Minneapolis, has introduced a complete “grill kit” line with fresh produce, chef-inspired sauces and a recyclable no-mess grill tray.
Tyson Foods certainly isn’t chicken about competing in other categories. The Springdale, Ark.-based company recently expanded its prepared meals line-up with five new multi-serve Tyson Skillet Creations products.
Hollywood TV and movie directors aren’t the only ones known to say, “That’s a wrap.” Product developers at Amy’s Kitchen are saying the same thing these days.
Looking to leverage its popular brand in more value-added arenas, Chiquita Brands International, Cincinnati, partnered with juice processor Old Orchard Brands LLC, Sparta, Mich., on three new Chiquita Frozen Fruit Smoothie concentrates.