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Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

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SchoolFoodBiz.Biz


School Breakfast and Lunch Programs Could 'Turn Profits' with Food...

Jacksonville, Fla., March 9, 2010 -- Throughout the country, protesting students carry signs for academic programs that are being eliminated due to budget shortfalls. Federal and state budgets have been reduced, causing school districts to cut programs to stay afloat. Many - [Full Story / Food / Beverages]

Naked Juice Serves Up Veggies in Two New Vitamin-Packed Smoothies...

Monrovia, Calif., March 9, 2010 -- Naked Juice has unveiled Berry Veggie Machine and Orange Carrot smoothies -- each full of vegetables and essential vitamins. Berry Veggie Machine features purple carrots, sweet potatoes, red beets, sweet corn, cherries, strawberries and plums. - [Full Story / Food / Beverages]

V8 V-Fusion Juices Now Available in Single-Serving Cans

Camden, N.J., March 9, 2010 -- Campbell Soup Company is now making its popular V8 V-Fusion 100% juice available in single-serving, 8-ounce slim cans. The new cans are available nationwide in six-packs as well as 24-packs of 11.5-ounce, multi-serve cans - [Full Story / Food / Beverages]

UNC Study Says U.S. Kids Snacking More on 'Junk Food'

Chapel Hill, N.C., March 9, 2010 -- Children in the United States are snacking more than ever before on salty chips, candy and other junk food, according to a new University of North Carolina study. The increase in snacking, which now - [Full Story / Miscellaneous News]


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CstoreBiz.biz


Hess Announces Regular Quarterly Dividend

New York, March 9, 2010 -- The Board of Directors of Hess Corporation has declared a regular quarterly dividend of 10 cents per share payable on the Common Stock of the Corporation on March 31, 2010 to holders of record - [Full Story / Petroleum]

Creative Contract Packaging Recalls HERB-OX Bouillon

Aurora, Ill., March 9, 2010 -- Creative Contract Packaging Corp. has announced that it is recalling HERB-OX Bouillon products because of a possible health risk. This action is being taken after Basic Food Flavors, Inc. issued a recall for all Hydrolyzed - [Full Story / Press Releases]

French's Debuts New Dipping Sauce

Chester, N.J., March 9, 2010 -- French's has created a dipping sauce that transforms ordinary chicken -- and other foods -- "into a flavorful and fun experience." The new Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce "is a creamy and sweet condiment with a - [Full Story / Food / Beverages]

Diet Coke Launches 'Stay Extraordinary' Marketing Campaign

Atlanta, Ga., March 9, 2010 -- A new Diet Coke marketing campaign, which launched with a 60-second commercial centerpiece called “Stay,” celebrates the daily achievements of the next generation of young adult Diet Coke drinkers and "shows how the brand - [Full Story / Food / Beverages]


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VendingBiz.Biz


Sargento Debuts Line of Reduced Sodium Natural Cheeses

Plymouth, Mass., March 9, 2010 -- Sargento Foods Inc. has introduced a new series of Reduced Sodium cheeses "that offer great flavor for health-conscious consumers looking to indulge their passion for cheese, without having to sacrifice taste." With 25 percent - [Full Story / Food / Beverages]

Diet Coke Launches 'Stay Extraordinary' Marketing Campaign

Atlanta, Ga., March 9, 2010 -- A new Diet Coke marketing campaign, which launched with a 60-second commercial centerpiece called “Stay,” celebrates the daily achievements of the next generation of young adult Diet Coke drinkers and "shows how the brand - [Full Story / Food / Beverages]

NAMA's Executive Development Program Continues Tradition of Excellence

Chicago, March 9, 2010 -- The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) and The School of Hospitality Business at Michigan State University (MSU) have announced the eleventh offering of the NAMA Executive Development Program (EDP), a four-day certificate course designed to - [Full Story / Assoc. / Trade Shows]

Mars Chocolate Intros goodnessKnows luscious snacksquares to Boulder, Colo.

Hackettstown, N.J., March 9, 2010 -- Mars Chocolate North America has announced the introduction of goodnessKnows luscious snacksquares in Boulder, Colo. goodnessKnows luscious snacksquares "get their goodness from slow-roasted whole almonds, tangy fruits and toasted whole grains, and contain no - [Full Story / Food / Beverages]


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