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Made by the only manufacturer of all-natural hummus available nationwide, Tribe Origins is a line of smooth and creamy-style hummus. More >>

This latest greeting card line from Cleveland, Ohio-based American Greetings Corp. really takes the cake — and some other yummy items. More >>

In honor of Russian president Dmitry Medvedev’s historic visit to the United States, Atlanta-based Coca-Cola North America’s Venturing and Emerging Brands (VEB) operating unit has launched a unique taste of that country in the New York metropolitan area in the form of Krushka & Bochka Kvass. More >>

Trusted hair care brand Finesse has introduced the unique ReVitality line specifically to address the needs of aging hair. More >>

Hailing from the Australian state of New South Wales, wafer-thin Byron Bay Gourmet Foods crispbreads now come in two gluten-free varieties. More >>

This summer, the granola bar aisle welcomes 100 percent natural Nature Valley Granola Thins in Dark Chocolate and Peanut Butter flavors. More >>

Adding to its already extensive line of bulk herbs, spices and teas, Frontier Natural Products Co-op has now introduced seven varieties of gourmet salts. More >>

“Affordability” and “nutrition” are the watchwords of HAPPYBABY’s new line of Easy Organic Baby Food in resealable BPA-free pouches featuring easy-pour spouts. More >>

With cookout season well and truly underway, premier veal and lamb purveyor Catelli Brothers, Inc. has introduced five new burger varieties. More >>

With the weather fast heating up, Glendale, Calif.-based Nestle USA has introduced a more nutritious way than soda for children to quench their thirst: Juicy Juice Sparkling fruit juice beverage. More >>

Four of the items in DCI Cheese Co.’s Il Giardino line now come in unique, state-of-the-art packaging. More >>

As roasted spices become more popular in kitchens and dining rooms across the United States, the McCormick Gourmet Collection enables consumers to enjoy their rich aromas and more robust flavors without all of the extra time and temperature guesswork involved in preparing them at home. More >>

By removing animal fat and replacing it with Cretan extra-virgin olive oil, Creta Farms Gourmet Deli Meats boosts the nutritional value of deli cuts. More >>

For the caramel fanatics who already love one of its most iconic and popular sweet treats, Mars Chocolate North America has introduced Milky Way Brand Simply Caramel. More >>

Two recent additions to Rich Products Corp.’s Bettercreme Whipped Icing line, which first launched in 1978, enable in-store bakeries to capitalize on trendy flavor profiles to boost customer satisfaction and bakery profitability. More >>

Authentic Mediterranean fare is now as close as the supermarket deli section, with the introduction of fresh, fully cooked falafel from Needham, Mass.-based Falafel Republic. More >>

Saag’s Specialty Meats has expanded its Naturals line, which formerly consisted of chicken sausages, to include three pork varieties and one breakfast link. More >>

In a brand-new take on traditional biscotti, Sahale Snacks’ Biscotti Crisps line offers a lightly sweet, thin, whole grain product that pairs as well with cheese or wine as it does with the more usual coffee or milk. More >>

Bursting with fresh rustic flavors, Hidden Valley Farmhouse Originals Dressings come in four savory varieties. More >>

Snacking just got a little simpler — and tastier — with the launch of Hormel Foods’ Mini BBQ Pork Sandwiches for deli departments and convenience stores nationwide. More >>

The latest from Malibu, the No. 1-selling Caribbean rum with coconut liqueur, is the Malibu Cocktails line of premixed drinks in environmentally friendly 1.75-liter pouches that make celebrating on the go a snap. More >>

The first item of its kind available in the United States, limited-edition Huggies Little Movers Jeans Diapers from Dallas-based Kimberly-Clark Corp. are a unique, fun and stylish denim-inspired fashion for babies during the summer. More >>

Winona Pure cooking oils are appealing options for the premium, health-conscious or eco-friendly consumer. More >>

Sun World International, LLC is expanding the company’s line of branded produce offerings with the reintroduction of Le Rouge Royale sweet red peppers and Le Jaune Royale, their yellow pepper counterparts, just in time for the California pepper season. More >>

For those who want to enjoy Jamba Juice smoothies anytime, Jamba Juice Co., a wholly owned subsidiary of Emeryville, Calif.-based Jamba, Inc., has teamed up with Phoenix-based Inventure Foods, Inc. to create the home version. More >>

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Tribe HummusThe Origins of Hummus
Made by the only manufacturer of all-natural hummus available nationwide, Tribe Origins is a line of smooth and creamy-style hummus.

TastiesGreetings That Taste Good
This latest greeting card line from Cleveland, Ohio-based American Greetings Corp. really takes the cake — and some other yummy items.

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Produce OpsProgressive Grocer's 2009 Produce Operations Review
Against a trying backdrop of persistently weak economic conditions, fierce competition and financially wary shoppers, supermarket produce departments faced much harsher headwinds during the past 12- month period than they have in recent years, as evidenced by marginal comparable-sales gains and a tentative outlook for the balance of the year, according to results of Progressive Grocer's 2009 Annual Produce Operations Review.

CES Front PagePG's CES: Inside the Market Basket: Economical Choices Bring Grocery Gains
Total supermarket sales were $430.3 billion, up $13.2 billion from the $417.2 billion recorded in 2007 -- continuing the trend of slightly higher percentage increases in each of the past five years, according to Progressive Grocer's 62nd Annual Consumer Expenditures Study (CES), now greatly expanded from the eight-page print edition to 35 pages of research.

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