As part of this worldwide commitment, the company announced $6.6 million donation to Feeding America nationwide network of food banks.
March 20, 2020
As the world continue to address the very real implications of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Kraft Heinz Co., co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, said it committed to donating $12 million globally to ensure people across the globe have the food they need during this challenging time.
The initiative aims to bolster local community nutrition and wellness programs.
March 12, 2020
Yogurt company Siggi’s announced the launch of Siggi’s Starters, a grant program aimed at supporting nutrition professionals seeking to develop innovative programs to bolster community nutrition and wellness.
For every (free!) order placed on Feb. 26, Tillamook will donate to local food agencies in each participating city.
February 26, 2020
Tillamook County Creamery Association said its recently released Farmstyle cream cheese spreads will be available for on-demand delivery exclusively on Postmates.
The cooperative’s chocolate milk was named official refuel partner for festival races.
February 25, 2020
Prairie Farms Dairy Inc., an Edwardsville, Ill.-based dairy cooperative, said it partnered with the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival MiniMarathon and Marathon to be the chocolate milk refueling partner for the race.
DFA agreed to pay a base purchase price of $425 million — as well as to assume various liabilities, subject to certain adjustments — to acquire 44 of Dean’s facilities and associated direct-store-delivery system, and certain corporate and other assets and functions.
February 17, 2020
Dairy Farmers of America Inc. (DFA) said an agreement has been reached with Dallas-based Dean Foods whereby the Kansas City, Kan.-based farmer-owned cooperative becomes the stalking horse bidder to acquire a “substantial portion” of Dean Foods’ assets and business.
The award honors an exceptional leader who has made an outstanding contribution in business, demonstrating excellence in leadership, corporate performance, global competitiveness, innovation and social responsibility.
February 14, 2020
Saputo Inc., Montreal, announced Lino Saputo, Jr.’s achievement as Canada’s Outstanding CEO of the Year for 2019, a prestigious award for chief executives in Canada.
The innovative direct sales approach, combined with the latest technology, results in job creation and fresher and more relevant products.
February 13, 2020
Velvet Ice Cream, a fourth-generation family-owned company that manufactures premium ice cream, sherbet and novelties in Utica, Ohio, said it is integrating a progressive sales practice.
The 4-H club finalists will be treated to an ice cream party, while the Grand Prize winner will be awarded $300.
February 12, 2020
Cedar Crest Ice Cream, Cedarburg, Wis., and the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation announced the finalists and the Grand Prize winner in Cedar Crest’s 2019 Ice Cream Flavor Creation Contest.