Food/Beverages Newswire
International Guidelines Will Promote Food Safety of Plant and Animal Biotech Products
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-July 4, 2008 - The Biotechnology Industry Organization congratulates the Codex Alimentarius Commission for approving key guidelines to further promote the safety of products from agricultural plant and animal biotechnology. The Codex Commission took final action today at...
Hangzhou Vegetable Exports to Japan Defy Chinese Slump
BEIJING, July 4 Xinhua-PRNewswire — At the beginning of this year, Japan's "poison dumpling case" severely impacted China's food exports and particularly hit China's agricultural product exports. In a research note, the general Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and...
Pritzker / Ruohonen Law Firm Files Lawsuit on Behalf of 10 Victims of Salmonella Outbreak Allegedly Linked to the Pars Cove Persian Cuisine Booth at Taste of Chicago
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Pritzker / Ruohonen, a national food safety law firm, and David J. Fitzpatrick & Associates, LTD., a Chicago law firm, filed a lawsuit today on behalf of ten people who became ill after eating at the Pars Cove Persian Cuisine booth at the Taste of...
Kroger Reassures Customers
CINCINNATI, July 3 PRNewswire-FirstCall — In light of new information about Nebraska Beef, The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) reassured customers today that ground beef currently for sale in its stores is from other suppliers. None of the ground beef involved in the Nebraska Beef recall is...
DuPont Leader Tells United Nations that Barriers to Improved Ag Productivity Can be Overcome
NEW YORK, July 3 PRNewswire-FirstCall — DuPont (NYSE: DD) Group Vice President James C. Borel told a United Nations (UN) special meeting here today that the public and private sectors must act quickly to knock down barriers and help small-scale farmers in the developing world move out...
Port City Java(R) Announces Same Corporate Unit Sales Increase of 3.65% During First Six Months of 2008; Signs First Lease in Jordan
WILMINGTON, N.C.-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Port City Java: Same Unit Sales: Port City Java(R) is pleased to announce corporate cafe same store sales for the first six months of 2008 rose 3.65% over the same period in 2007. Management is pleased to have positive sales increases in every month...
SJW Corp. Promotes Angela Yip to Executive Vice President of Finance and Appoints David A. Green as Chief Financial Officer
SAN JOSE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Today SJW Corp. (NYSE:SJW) announced new management appointments to become effective on August 11, 2008. Angela Yip, 54, will be promoted to the position of Executive Vice President of Finance of SJW Corp. and its subsidiary San Jose Water Company. Ms...
Kraft Foods to Report Second Quarter Results on July 28, 2008
NORTHFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Kraft Foods Inc. (NYSE: KFT) will release its second quarter financial results on July 28, 2008, at 7 a.m. EDT and will host a conference call at 8 a.m. EDT that day. Investors and analysts may participate via phone by calling 1-800-322-9079 from the...
Non-alcoholic Beverages: The Consumer in the United States 2008, Available Now for Review
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Research and Markets - U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - McNeil Consumer Nutritionals UK Ltd - Odwalla Inc. - Gatorade - Red Bull North America, Inc. - PepsiCo Inc - Food and Drug Administration - New Strategist Publications, Inc - Slim-Fast Foods...
Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. Honored by the National Conference of State Liquor Administrators
DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. (Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)), a global leader in premium spirits, is honored to receive two Best Practices Awards from the National Conference of State Liquor Administrators (NCSLA) at the organization's 74th...
Hall of Fame Beverages, Inc. Announces the Addition of a New and Valuable Member of the Team
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Hall of Fame Beverages, Inc. (Pink Sheets:HFBV) is proud to announce that Harold E. Reyes will be joining the HFBV Family as Vice President of Business Development for the Hispanic Market. Harold E. Reyes will direct and develop distribution, marketing, and...
NMI (Non-Manufacturing Index) at 48.2%; June Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business(R); Business Activity Index at 49.9%; New Orders Index at 48.6%; Employment Index at 43.8%
TEMPE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Economic activity in the non-manufacturing sector contracted in June, say the nation's purchasing and supply executives in the latest Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business(R). The report was issued today by Anthony Nieves, C.P.M., CFPM, chair of the...
DSI Launches the Supply Chain Development Award 2008
FAIRFAX, Va.-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - In 2002, Michael R. Aevermann created DSI (Distribution & Services, Inc.), a company offering food supply chain services to the onboard industry, and has ever since turned it into a fast growing business, thanks to the support of his customers...
Club Bud Returns as King of Olympic Nightlife
ST. LOUIS, July 3 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Budweiser, the official international beer of the 2008 Olympic Games, is once again ready to celebrate the Olympic spirit in style — along with a few thousand friends. Club Bud, the host of the hottest parties in Torino in 2006, returns to...
Gain Insight Into the Carbonated Drinks Market in the United States 2008
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Research and Markets - MTV Networks - National Soft Drink Association - Beverage Digest *T For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/338efc/carbonated_drinks.
Myers Industries Implements Further Price Increases Driven by Surging Energy & Raw Material Costs
AKRON, Ohio-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) today announced that it has implemented another series of price increases across its business segments to mitigate the unprecedented rise in raw material and energy costs. This latest round of price increases will take...
/C O R R E C T I O N -- Commonwealth of Kentucky/
In the news release, Governor Beshear Announces Rancho Poultry to Locate Food Processing Facility in Lebanon, issued earlier today by the Commonwealth of Kentucky over PR Newswire, the headline should have read "Governor Beshear Announces Rancho Poultry to Locate Food Processing Facility in Lebanon...
Nebraska Liquor Control Commission Now Offers Spirit and Wine Distributors Ability to Complete and Submit Monthly Statements Online at http://www.Nebraska.gov
LINCOLN, Neb.-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Starting today, the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission is adding the ability to file required monthly wine and spirit statements to its suite of online offerings for beer, wine and spirit distributors. Previously, the only method available for...
Pennant Foods Organizes Outbound Transportation With LeanLogistics On-Demand TMS(R)
HOLLAND, Mich., July 3 PRNewswire — LeanLogistics, a division of CHEP and the leading provider of Web-native Transportation Management Systems (TMS), announces that Pennant Foods chose LeanLogistics On-Demand TMS(R) to improve transportation operations for outbound shipments. Pennant...
Sheetz, Inc. Reaches Milestone and Opens 350th Store in Dillsburg, PA
ALTOONA, Pa., July 3 PRNewswire — Sheetz, Inc. is happy to open its 350th location today in Dillsburg, Pennsylvania, York County. The new store sits at 493 North Route 15, bringing the total number of stores in Pennsylvania to 199. While doors officially opened to customers this...
What Are the Three Most Popular Diets, and How Are Many Respondents Currently Following Them?
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Research and Markets - U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Unilever USA - Wells' Dairy, Inc. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/c77b17/diet_trends_in_the
99 Cent Sandwiches With Purchase of Drink in Celebration of Noah's Bagels Grand Opening
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., July 3 PRNewswire-FirstCall — In celebration of its Grand Opening, the Noah's Bagels(R) restaurant located at 821 N. Douglas St. near the Atwood Way intersection, will offer 99 cent Breakfast and Lunch Sandwiches with the purchase of any drink to every guest who...
Pro-Fac Announces Dividend
FAIRPORT, N.Y., July 3 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Pro-Fac Cooperative, Inc. ("Pro-Fac" or the "Cooperative) (Nasdaq: PFACP), an agricultural cooperative, today announced a $.43 per share dividend, payable July 31, 2008, to shareholders of record of its Class A cumulative preferred stock...
Nestle Juicy Juice Kicks Off Summer Promoting Nutritious, Active Lifestyle Choices Among Latino Children, Families
GLENDALE, Calif., July 3 PRNewswire — Nestle(R) Juicy Juice(R) announced today the return of last year's successful junior soccer tournament, Copita Juicy Juice. This year, the event will tour Dallas and Los Angeles over the summer, and include the participation of over 600 children...
A Portfolio Analysis of UK Bar Equipment & Supplies Including SWOT Evaluations of Major Companies in the Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Research and Markets -Stephens Catering Equipment Co Ltd -Streamline Dispense Ltd -Swift Catering Supplies Ltd -Tecflo Ltd -Walker Catering Supplies Ltd -Welequip Ltd -Wessex Catering Supplies Ltd For more information visit...
The New Portfolio Analysis - Pastry Food Products is a Comprehensive Evaluation of the UK Market
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Research and Markets LTD *T For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7e9186/pastry_food_produc
Mirassou Winery Celebrates Summer With Outdoor Entertaining Sweepstakes
HEALDSBURG, Calif., July 3 PRNewswire — Summer is officially here and with it comes a season filled with outdoor entertaining on backyard patios and decks across the country. In celebration of the arrival of summertime, Mirassou Winery has announced its "Celebrate Summer with...
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. to Host First Quarter Investor Conference Call on Tuesday, July 8, 2008
DURANGO, Colo., July 3 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF) today announced that it will host an investor conference call at 4:15 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, July 8, 2008, to discuss its operating results for the first quarter of FY2009 and...
Detailed In-Depth Analysis of the UK Soft Drinks Market for 2008
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - Research and Markets - Ty Nant Spring Water Ltd - Villa Soft Drinks Ltd - Waterbrands Ltd - Waters & Robson Ltd - Windsor House Natural Water Company Ltd For more information visit...
Boo Koo Holdings, Inc. Raises $1 Million Through Private Placement
ADDISON, Texas, July 3 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Boo Koo Holdings, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: BOKO) announced today that it has raised $1 million through the issuance of Subordinated Notes in a private placement financing in which Gil Cassagne, a Director of the Company, and other...
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Continues Kentucky Expansion With Opening of Louisville Restaurant
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo., July 3 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) will open its third Kentucky restaurant in Louisville, located at 5000 Shelbyville Road behind The Cheesecake Factory at the Mall St. Matthews, on Monday, July 14, at 11 a.m. Red Robin...
G. Willi-Food Reaches Settlement Agreement Regarding Class Action Lawsuits
YAVNE, Israel, July 3 PRNewswire-FirstCall — G. Willi-Food International Ltd. (NASDAQ: WILC) (the "Company" or "Willi Food"), one of Israel's largest food importers and a single-source supplier of one of the world's most extensive range of quality kosher food products, today announced...
Healthy and Delicious Home Delivery Just Got Easier: Dine to Thrive Cuts Prices in July
LOS ANGELES, July 3 PRNewswire — While healthcare is becoming more expensive for many Americans, Dine to Thrive, a Los Angeles-based company that makes wellness promoting meals which may help prevent cancer, is cutting its prices by 40%. For the entire month of July, the...
The Specialty Coffee Association of America Names Ric Rhinehart Executive Director
LONG BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-July 3, 2008 - The Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA) Board of Directors announced today that Ric Rhinehart has been named executive director. Rhinehart has served as interim executive director since September 2007 and was a board officer prior to being...
PH Towers by Westgate Celebrates Its Topping-Off
LAS VEGAS, July 3 PRNewswire — David A. Siegel, president and CEO of Westgate Resorts, Robert Earl, co-chairman of the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Mike Mecca, president and CEO of Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Sylvester Stallone, Governor Jim Gibbons, civic leaders...
g8wave, Anheuser-Busch and The Barclays Tee One Up for Golf Fans
BOSTON-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - g8wave, Anheuser-Busch and The Barclays, the first of four PGA TOUR Playoff events for the FedExCup, have teamed up to give golf fans a chance to win a variety of exciting prizes. Fans will be encouraged to text message to win prizes ranging from a chance to...
Independent Brewers United Commences Tender Offer to Acquire Pyramid Breweries Inc. for $2.75 Per Share in Cash
BURLINGTON, Vt. & SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - PMID Merger Sub, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Independent Brewers United, Inc., the parent of Magic Hat Brewing Company & Performing Arts Center, Inc., commenced a tender offer today to acquire all of the outstanding common...
ActionAid Challenges G8 on Response to Food Crisis
G8 failure on food prices, biofuels, and climate change places 1.7 billion people - 25% of the world's population - at risk of hunger, warns anti-poverty agency ActionAid. WASHINGTON, July 2 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Days ahead of the G8 summit in Hokkaido, Japan, ActionAid launches a new...
The Coca-Cola Company Announces Timing of Earnings Release and Investor Conference Call
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - The Coca-Cola Company will release second quarter and year-to-date 2008 financial results on Thursday, July 17, before the stock market opens. The Company will host an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. (EDT), on July 17. The Company invites investors to...
Carrabba's Italian Grill Lets Consumers Uncork Their Passion for Wine and Creativity
TAMPA, Fla., July 2 PRNewswire — A famous Scottish author once said that "wine is bottled poetry." In an artful twist of the cork, Carrabba's Italian Grill is giving consumers the opportunity to leave their creative mark on the label of an exclusive new wine from Ruffino. Ruffino is...
The Prem Rawat Foundation (TPRF) Donates $40,000 to America's Second Harvest's Effort in Aiding Midwest Flood Victims
Grant to America's Second Harvest Brings Food and Water to Thousands of Displaced Families in Five States CHICAGO, July 2 PRNewswire-USNewswire — America's Second Harvest - The Nation's Food Bank Network has received a $40,000 grant from The Prem Rawat Foundation (TPRF) to provide...
Warren Buffett Gives Kids the Financial Scoop
OMAHA, Neb.-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Youngsters wanting to make blizzards of money got valuable advice from financier Warren Buffett who was visiting his local Dairy Queen(R) for the launch of the new Girl Scouts Thin Mint Blizzard(R). Surrounded by a group of Girl Scouts in his hometown of...
Research and Markets: Recently Announced Acquisition of Category-Leading Supplier Wrigley by Confectionery Giant Mars, Inc. Is Likely To Trigger a Similar Deal Between Cadbury and Hershey
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Research and Markets *T For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2dc641/gum_mints_and_bre.
Trust for America's Health: New E. Coli Outbreak, Confusion Around Salmonella Show Food Safety System Remains Broken
TFAH Released Report in April, Recommending Systematic Changes WASHINGTON, July 2 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Richard Hamburg, Director of Government Relations for Trust for America's Health (TFAH), expressed concern about a new food safety breach today, in the wake of last month's...
H. J. Heinz Company Intends to Acquire Benedicta
PARIS-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - H. J. Heinz Company (NYSE: HNZ) announced today its intention to acquire Benedicta, a French manufacturer of table top sauces, mayonnaises and salad dressings. Terms of the intended transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition is subject to normal regulatory...
Research and Markets: An Analysis of the Challenges and Opportunities Facing the Butter, Margarine and Table Spreads Market in the United States 2008
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Research and Markets - American Institute of Food Distribution - American Butter Institute *T For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/9aefbd/butter_margarine.
Fitch: Campbell's Ratings Unaffected by $1.2B Share Repurchase Plan
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - The ratings for Campbell Soup Company (Campbell's) are unaffected by the company's new share repurchase authorization. Fitch currently rates Campbell's as follows: — Long-term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) 'A'; — Senior unsecured debt 'A'; &mdash...
'Spraychel for President' is Off to a Strong Start as Spraychel Inspires Crowd at the National Spray Convention
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J.-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - In what's becoming an extremely heated fridge race, the "Spraychel for President" campaign team announced today that Spraychel is making great progress despite the shocking departure of two key supporters. According to an inside source at...
Westchester Group CEO Chairs Ag Investment Conference
LONDON-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - "Agriculture investments have an extremely favorable outlook over the next decade," said Murray Wise, Westchester Group, Inc. Founder and CEO during his opening remarks at the World AgriInvest Congress. "Investments have seen positive returns over the last 10...
Analyze the Functional Foods Market in the United States Including the Latest Trends, Innovations and Statistics
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Research and Markets For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/74e6dd/functional_foods_i.
Closure Systems International mini(TM) Closures Selected by Major German Brewer
INDIANAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Designed to deliver reduced packaging material while enhancing brand imagery and ease of opening, Closure Systems International's new MB-Lok mini(TM) beer closures have been selected by Frankfurter Brauhaus for their next generation PET beer packaging...
Stone Brewing Co. Harnesses the Power of the Sun with a Solar Electric System Installed by Borrego Solar Systems, Inc., Financed by Bank of America
EL CAJON, Calif., July 2 PRNewswire — Borrego Solar Systems, Inc., a leading designer and installer of grid-connected solar electric power systems, and Bank of America today announced that Stone Brewing Co. in Escondido, Calif., one of the fastest-growing and highest-rated breweries...
Seattle Sutton Advises Weight Watchers Clients to Step Out of the Kitchen
OTTAWA, Ill.-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating (SSHE) Founder and President, Seattle Sutton, RN, BSN, advises Weight Watchers clients to consider stepping out the kitchen - permanently - with the help from SSHE meals. The nurse turned entrepreneur says the pairing of...
Wine Lovers Say Ooh La La! to French Maid
NAPA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Who better than a French Maid to entice wine lovers with a marriage of Old World sophistication and New World style? White Rocket Wine Company, whose mission is to launch creative new brands targeted to Millennial Generation consumers, is introducing...
NutriPure Beverages, Inc. Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire 100% of XND Technologies, Inc.
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - NutriPure Beverages, Inc. (Pink Sheets:NUBV) announced today that it has signed a Letter of Intent with XND Technologies, Inc. setting forth the parameters under which NutriPure will acquire 100% of the stock of XND and XND will become a...
Penn Traffic's July 9 Annual Meeting to Be Available by Teleconference
SYRACUSE, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Shareholders and others who are unable to attend The Penn Traffic Company ("Pink Sheets": PTFC) annual meeting of stockholders on July 9, 2008, may listen to the event via teleconference. -0- *T What: Penn Traffic Company Annual Meeting of Stockholders...
XELR8 Holdings Announces Continuation of 'XELR8 To A Million' Promotion
DENVER, July 2 PRNewswire-FirstCall — XELR8 Holdings, Inc. (Amex: BZI), a provider of functional foods, beverages and nutritional supplements, announced that "XELR8 To A Million" promotion attained a significant proportion of the $1 million sales goal for the month of June prompting...
Hot Dog! It's National Slurp-Day
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - It's that time of year when the sun is hot and the Slurpee(R) drinks are free-zing - emphasis on the FREE part. July 11, aka 7/11, is the day that 7-Eleven, Inc., the world's premier convenience retailer, celebrates its birthday and says "thank you" to its...
Cake Batter Ice Cream Innovator, Cold Stone Creamery, Expands Upon Batter Line
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - It is often said that imitation is the best form of flattery. That statement is certainly true in regard to Cold Stone Creamery's Cake Batter ice cream. Retailers and at-home ice cream enthusiasts have attempted to recreate this signature flavor since...
Quiznos is "Freedom Sponsor" for the National Federation of the Blind's March for Independence
DENVER-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Quiznos, one of the nation's fastest-growing quick service restaurant chains, today announced that it will be a "Freedom Sponsor" of the National Federation of the Blind's March for Independence, to be held July 2, 2008 in Dallas, Texas. Over one thousand...
Get Ready for the 2008 Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show - Offering Solutions Through Education
Pizza and Barista Competitions, and the Ferdinand Metz Foodservice Forum Await Thousands of Restaurant & Foodservice Professionals NORWALK, Conn., July 2 PRNewswire — Restaurant and foodservice industry professionals from throughout Florida will have the opportunity to gain ideas to...
McDonald's 'Bringing People Together Like Never Before' for Beijing 2008 Olympic Games
OAK BROOK, Ill., July 2 PRNewswire — Calling McDonald's 2008 Olympic Sponsorship "the most innovative ever" in a webcast today, Mary Dillon, McDonald's Global Chief Marketing Officer, detailed the company's plans to bring the Olympic Games to life for customers around the world. As a...
Ice Cream and Frozen Desserts in the United States 2008
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Research and Markets — Western Dairy Council — Midwest Dairy Association — New England Dairy & Food Council — American Dairy Association & Dairy Council, Inc. — Southeast United Dairy Industry Association, Inc...
Danone Deploys BMC Software Solution to Unify European IT
HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - BMC Software (NYSE:BMC) today announced that Groupe Danone, one of the world's largest and most successful food companies, has fully implemented BMC's IT Service Management (ITSM) offering, a key piece of Business Service Management (BSM). "Danone has been...
As the July 4th Holiday Weekend Approaches, Stop & Shop Offers a Way to Get More Milage Out Of Summer
QUINCY, Mass., July 2 PRNewswire — To help combat the skyrocketing cost of gasoline this summer, Stop & Shop announced today a new program that enables New Englanders to save at the pump when they do their weekly grocery shopping. Consumers will earn per-gallon rewards when...
Morton's Restaurant Group, Inc. to Present at Oppenheimer 8th Annual Consumer Growth Conference
CHICAGO, July 2 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Morton's Restaurant Group, Inc. (NYSE: MRT) today announced that it will present at the Oppenheimer 8th Annual Consumer Growth Conference, being held on July 8-10, 2008, at the Four Seasons Hotel, Boston, MA. The presentation will begin at 1:45 pm...
ForeSee Results Announces Benchmark for Food and Beverage Websites
ANN ARBOR, Mich.-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - ForeSee Results today announced the creation of a benchmark for customer satisfaction with food and beverage websites, which will allow clients to measure the performance of their website against an average of their industry peers. ForeSee Results uses...
New Auto Ship Service Launched by Dine Wise, Inc.
FARMINGDALE, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Dine Wise, Inc. (OTCBB: DWIS), a leading direct marketer of delicious, chef-prepared meals and quality foods since 1959, which are available at www.DineWise.com, has launched a time-saving Auto Ship Service to enable customers to ship healthy meals on...
The Value of Your Bleacher Seats Just Skyrocketed
MILWAUKEE, July 2 PRNewswire — Sure, a grand slam means a lot to a big-league baseball team. Four runs with one swing of the bat is quite a feat. But what about the lucky fan sitting in the outfield seats who catches the baseball? Other than a few high fives and ten-seconds of air...
Research and Markets: Fish Quality and Safety Will Be a Standard Reference for Aquaculture Industry Professionals and Academics in the Field
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Improving farmed fish quality and safety" report to their offering. Global aquaculture production has grown rapidly over the last 50 years. It is generally accepted that there is limited...
Trinity Oaks Wines Launches 'One Bottle, One Tree' Campaign
ST. HELENA, Calif., July 2 PRNewswire — Trinity Oaks Vineyard, part of the Trinchero Family Estates portfolio of wines, has boldly pledged to plant a tree for every bottle of wine sold over the next year as part of their inaugural One Bottle, One Tree(TM) campaign, set to kick off...
T.G.I. Friday's(R) Honored for Best Marketing Campaign at 2008 American Business Awards(SM)
CARROLLTON, Texas, July 2 PRNewswire — T.G.I. Friday's USA was recently recognized at the 2008 American Business Awards, dubbed the Stevie(R) Awards, winning the Best Marketing Campaign category for the company's "Right Portion, Right Price" initiative. "It is an honor to have been...
Millions Enjoy Father's Day Frosty Weekend
DUBLIN, Ohio, July 2 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Millions of people enjoyed a Wendy's Frosty during Father's Day Weekend, and now more children in foster care will have greater opportunities to find permanent, loving homes. Wendy's announced today that more than $1.7 million was raised on...
Chilled Foods: A Comprehensive Guide; Third Edition
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Research and Markets . Temperature modelling and control. PART 3 MICROBIOLOGICAL HAZARDS -Chilled foods microbiology Why chill? Classification of growth. The impact of microbial growth. Factors affecting the microflora of chilled foods. Spoilage...
Krispy Kreme Adds QSR Veteran to Company Store Operations Team
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., July 2 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) today announced that Cindy Bay, a veteran of the QSR industry, has joined the Company as Senior Vice President of Company Store Operations. Bay has spent the greater part of her successful career...
Photos: La Fee Absinthe Parisienne Successfully Launched in SoHo, New York on June 23, 2008
NEW YORK, July 2 PRNewswire — La Fee successfully launched in the US! On June 23rd, top NY mixologists, bar managers, press and absinthe enthusiasts gathered at the OpenHouse Gallery in SoHo, New York City. Jonathan Pogash and his team of talented mixologists provided traditional...
Shiner International Joins the Russell Microcap Index
NEW YORK, July 2 Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall — Shiner International, Inc. (Nasdaq: BEST; website: http://www.shinerinc.com ), a market leader in China's packaging and anti-counterfeiting plastic film industry, today announced that according to the final membership list available at...
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Extends 'Kids Free' Promotion to Include Teens
DALLAS, July 2 PRNewswire — Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament today announced that due to an overwhelming response, North America's most popular dinner attraction is extending its first nationwide "Kids Free" promotion to Labor Day 2008. The promotion is also being expanded to...
Vino Volo Expands National High-End Wine Tasting Concept to Detroit Metropolitan Airport
DETROIT, July 2 PRNewswire — A unique new airport concession concept recently landed at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport's (DTW's) award-winning McNamara Terminal. Vino Volo (derived from "wine flight" in Italian), a contemporary wine tasting room and retailer, opened for...
Bunge Acquires Tate & Lyle Sugar Trading Business
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., July 2 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Bunge Limited (NYSE: BG) today announced an agreement to acquire the international sugar trading and marketing division of Tate & Lyle PLC. The acquisition will strengthen Bunge's position in the sugar value chain by expanding its...
Shells Seafood Restaurants, Inc. Launches a New Menu!
TAMPA, Fla., July 2 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Shells Seafood Restaurants, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SHLL) today announced the company-wide roll out of its new menu. The menu emphasizes value and variety with significantly lower prices and over 20 new offerings. Under the direction of new...
Restaurant.com Welcomes Ted's Montana Grill to National Gift Certificate Program
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., July 2 PRNewswire — Expanding a directory of more than 8,500 restaurants nationwide, Restaurant.com has announced the addition of Ted's Montana Grill to its gift certificate program steering diners to go online and save for a taste of made-from-scratch comfort...
Sodexo Announces Organic Growth of 8.4% For the First Nine Months of Fiscal 2008
PARIS-(Business Wire)-July 2, 2008 - Regulatory News: -0- *T — Food and Facilities Management Services, + 8.2%: solid growth in all segments and in all geographies — Sodexo takes advantage of its global leadership in Healthcare and Education and its international network — Service...
Kroger Asks Customers To Check Refrigerators and Freezers for Recalled Beef
CINCINNATI, July 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — The U.S. Department of Agriculture has informed The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) that Nebraska Beef, based in Omaha, Neb., has been identified as the supplier of ground beef products linked to E. coli illnesses in Michigan and central and northern...
Bravo TV's Top Chef Winner to Cook at Tahoe Food Festival
TAHOE CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Chef and restaurateur Stephanie Izard, the winner of the fourth season of Bravo TV's Top Chef, recently signed on to host a cooking seminar at the 23rd Annual Lake Tahoe Autumn Food and Wine Festival, scheduled for September 5-7 in the outdoors at...
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. Closes Zephyr Egg Company Acquisition
JACKSON, Miss.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today announced that it closed the previously reported acquisition of the majority of the assets of Zephyr Egg Company, located in Zephyrhills, Florida. The acquisition was closed in accordance with the terms of the...
Smithfield Foods Prices $350 Million Convertible Senior Notes Due 2013
SMITHFIELD, Va., July 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Smithfield Foods, Inc. (NYSE: SFD) announced today the pricing of its $350 million aggregate principal amount convertible senior notes due 2013 through a registered underwritten public offering. In connection with the offering...
Campbell Outlines Plans for U.S. Soup Business, Expansion Efforts in Emerging Markets
CAMDEN, N.J.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today outlined the evolution of several key strategies and detailed innovations planned for the upcoming fiscal year at a meeting with investors. Campbell's management described plans for its U.S. soup business and its...
Pioneering Northwest Craft Breweries Finalize Merger, Form Craft Brewers Alliance
WOODINVILLE, Wash. & PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Two of the country's original craft breweries, Portland, Ore.-based Widmer Brothers Brewing Company and Woodinville, Wash.-based Redhook Ale Brewery, Incorporated (NASDAQ:HOOK), today announced the completion of their merger...
Denny's Corporation to Present at the Oppenheimer Consumer Growth Conference
SPARTANBURG, S.C.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Denny's Corporation (Nasdaq: DENN) today announced that management will present at the Oppenheimer 8th Annual Consumer Growth Conference on Wednesday, July 9th at 9:05 AM (EDT) in Boston, MA. Speaking at the conference will be Nelson Marchioli...
Starbucks Increases Number of U.S. Company-Operated Store Closures as Part of Transformation Strategy
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) has announced the next step in its multi-faceted plan to transform the company, with a decision to close approximately 600 underperforming company-operated stores in the U.S. market. This decision is a result of a rigorous...
Sonic to Present at the Oppenheimer 8th Annual Consumer Growth Conference
OKLAHOMA CITY-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ: SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today announced that the company will present at the Oppenheimer Eighth Annual Consumer Growth Conference, which takes place in Boston, July 8-10. The investor presentation by...
Make Your Summer Sizzle With a Creative Twist to Traditional Barbecue
CHICAGO, July 1 PRNewswire — Barbeque has become a staple of American cuisine often associated with summertime fun and family gatherings. In the July installment of the "Cooking Up Culture" program, which each month celebrates the variety of cuisines enjoyed in America, Lawry's pays...
Photo of The Oracle of Omaha Gets His Just Desserts is Available On Business Wire's Web Site and AP PhotoExpress
-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - A photo of Warren Buffett who stops by his favorite local Dairy Queen(R) to enjoy the debut of the Dairy Queen Girl Scouts Thin Mint Cookie Blizzard(R) with Omaha Girl Scout Molly Maloy, 10 is Available On Business Wire's Web Site and AP PhotoExpress. The Girl...
NEW: Aquadeco Premium Spring Water from Canada
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Which came first: the product or the packaging? Aquadeco(R) (421 Seventh Ave., New York, NY 10001) is the brainchild of Arnold Gumowitz, a real estate businessman and art collector with a penchant for all things Art Deco. Aquadeco(R) combines high-quality...
Dr Pepper Snapple Group Does Not Endorse Mini-Tender Offer
PLANO, Texas, July 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. (NYSE: DPS) announced today that it has been notified of an unsolicited "mini-tender offer" by TRC Capital Corporation to purchase up to 4,000,000 shares of DPS' common stock, representing approximately 1.58...
Former Starbucks Executive Rich Soderberg Joins Alvarez & Marsal Business Consulting as a Senior Director
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Alvarez & Marsal, a leading independent global professional services firm, announced that former Starbucks senior vice president of manufacturing and operations Rich Soderberg has joined the firm's business consulting practice as a senior director based...
Bond Laboratories, Inc. Completes $3 Million Common Stock Private Placement
SOLANA BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Bond Laboratories, Inc. (OTCBB: BNLB), today announced the closing of a private placement of common stock and common stock purchase warrants raising gross proceeds of approximately $3 million. "Our decision to raise additional equity capital is...
Boston Restaurant Answers Censorship of Ads with Its Own "Censored" Ads
BOSTON-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - After two of its ads had been deemed inappropriate by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, the Boston restaurant group Legal Sea Foods has now taken the unique step of producing replacement ads that shine a spotlight on what it feels is the censorship...
Hyatt Regency Atlanta and STATS Partner Together to Offer All-Inclusive Baseball Package
ATLANTA, July 1 PRNewswire — Hyatt Regency Atlanta and STATS have partnered together to offer the STATS Triple Play Package. Targeted at baseball fans looking for an all-inclusive experience, the package includes luxurious hotel accommodations, two Braves tickets, pre-game meal at...
It's Free Coke Zero for Fans Across U.S. If One of 13 NASCAR(R) Drivers Wins Inaugural Coke Zero 400 at Daytona
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - For members of the Coca-Cola Racing Family, each victory in a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series(TM) race is traditionally followed by a thirst-quenching chug of an ice cold Coke Zero in the winner's circle. This weekend, 13 of the sport's top drivers will attempt to...
Upcoming Domino's Pizza Investor Event
ANN ARBOR, Mich., July 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ) announces the following Web cast event: What: Oppenheimer 8th Annual Consumer Growth Conference When: Tuesday, July 8th at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Where: www.dominosbiz.com How: Live over the Internet. Simply...
Keys Energy Services Endorses a Recovery Staging Center at Old Island Harbor
KEY WEST, Fla.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - The General Manager and CEO of Keys Energy Services Lynne Tejeda recently endorsed the building of a recovery center as part of a public lodging facility able to withstand a Category 5 hurricane at Old Island Harbor, a proposed mixed-use development that...
BAB, Inc. Reports Profit for 2nd Quarter FY 2008
DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - BAB, Inc. (OTCBB: BABB), announced its financial results for its second quarter ended May 31, 2008. For the quarter ended May 31, 2008, BAB had revenues of $945,000 and net income of $177,000, or $0.02 per share, versus revenues of $1,037,000 and net...
Del Taco Announces Promotions
LAKE FOREST, Calif.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Del Taco, the nation's No. 2 Mexican quick serve chain, today announced that Steve Brake has been promoted to vice president, treasurer and controller and Pete Honer has been promoted to vice president, business insights and planning. Brake...
Thomson's PRN Announces Agreement With Conde Nast's Bon Appetit for Customized Content on Checkout TV(TM) Network
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Thomson's Premier Retail Networks, Inc. (PRN), the world's most experienced provider of digital media solutions at retail, and Conde Nast Publications, publisher of 26 consumer magazines and their Web sites, today announced a programming agreement to...
Gold Winners Announced for the 2008 National Association for the Specialty Food Trade sofi(TM) Awards
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - The National Association for the Specialty Food Trade announced winners of the 36th annual sofi(TM) Awards for outstanding products of 2008 at its 54th Summer Fancy Food Show last night. The awards were presented by noted chef and cookbook author Jacques Pepin...
Research and Markets: Government-Funded Retail Group Union of Co-Operative Societies (UCS), Has Warned That Kuwait Consumers Will Have To Deal With Major Increases in Food Prices in 2008
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Research and Markets - Kuwait Dairy Corporation - United Beverages Company WLL *T For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/1135b9/kuwait_food_and_dr.
Video: Nature Valley(R) Launches Save the Trails(TM) Grant Program, Supports the American Hiking Society's National Trails Fund
MINNEAPOLIS, June 9 PRNewswire — More than 150 trail enthusiasts celebrated the 16th annual National Trails Day, June 7, at Scotts Run Nature Preserve, Fairfax County, Va., with the launch of the Nature Valley(R) Save the Trails(TM) grant program. The grant program is contributing...
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf(R) Announces 'Coffee from Home' Campaign
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf(R), the oldest and largest privately-held chain of specialty coffee and tea stores in the United States, today announced that it will host a "Support from Home" campaign in stores from July 1 to Aug. 31. During this time...
Pactiv To Hold Conference Call To Discuss Second Quarter 2008 Earnings
LAKE FOREST, Ill.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Pactiv Corporation (NYSE: PTV) will hold a conference call on July 23, 2008, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time to discuss second quarter 2008 financial results. An earnings release will be issued July 22 after the NYSE close. For listen-only access to the...
Veteran Naval Airman Trades in Flight Suit for Flip-Flops
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - When Robert and Cory Rajotte were married on the beaches of Hawaii three years ago, they never dreamed one day they'd be able to embrace the island's famed "Aloha Spirit" in their professional lives. "As my time with the Navy was coming to a...
Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. Supports the Century Council's "Girl Talk" Program
DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. (Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)), a global leader in premium spirits, is pleased to support The Century Council's educational campaign, "Girl Talk." The Century Council, a not-for-profit organization funded by...
CKE Restaurants, Inc. to Present at the Oppenheimer 8th Annual Consumer Growth and Gaming, Lodging & Leisure Conference
CARPINTERIA, Calif., July 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — CKE Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: CKR) will be participating in the Oppenheimer 8th Annual Consumer Growth and Gaming, Lodging & Leisure Conference on July 9, 2008. Details about the conference and when CKE Restaurants will present are...
Peanut Protein and Bioactives Show Heart-Protective Effects
ALBANY, Ga., July 1 PRNewswire — New research on peanuts as a functional food indicates that fat-free peanut flour, whole peanuts and peanut oil deliver similar positive effects to reduce the risk of heart disease. The study, conducted by USDA-ARS scientist Dr. Timothy Sanders and...
ARAMARK Named Among 40 Best Companies for Diversity by Black Enterprise Magazine
PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - ARAMARK, a world leader in professional services, has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year as one of the "40 Best Companies for Diversity" by Black Enterprise magazine, one of the nation's leading business publications. ARAMARK was further...
Peet's Coffee & Tea, Inc. to present at 2008 Oppenheimer & Co., Inc. Eighth Annual Consumer Growth Conference
EMERYVILLE, Calif., July 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Peet's Coffee & Tea, Inc. (Nasdaq: PEET), the premier specialty coffee and tea company in the U.S., today announced that it will present at the 2008 Oppenheimer & Co., Inc. Eighth Annual Consumer Growth Conference at 1:10 p.m. ET...
RedPrairie Optimizes Shipping for Food and Grocery Distributors
MILWAUKEE-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - RedPrairie Corporation, a world leading consumer driven optimization company, announced enhancements to its industry-leading warehouse management solution specifically designed to improve the quality and efficiency of shipment and delivery of food and other...
Campbell Acquires Wolfgang Puck Soup Business from Country Gourmet Foods
CAMDEN, N.J.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today announced it has acquired the Wolfgang Puck soup business from Country Gourmet Foods. Separately, Campbell has entered into a master licensing agreement with Wolfgang Puck Worldwide, Inc. for the use of the Wolfgang...
One Nation, Under Slurpee(R)
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - If Slurpee Nation were a real country, it would be a really cool one. 7-Eleven, Inc.'s website about its iconic frozen carbonated beverage - www.slurpee.com - just got cooler. The redesigned site includes interactive features, giving Slurpee(R)-drink lovers...
Park City Group Initiates Supply Chain Profit Link (SCPL) with Prominent Northeast Supermarket Retailer
PARK CITY, Utah-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Park City Group, Inc. (OTCBB:PCYG), a developer and marketer of patented computer software and consulting services designed to enable its retail customers to increase sales while reducing inventory and labor costs, announced that it has initiated a...
Organic To Go To Present at the Oppenheimer & Co., Inc. 8th Annual Consumer Growth Conference
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Organic To Go (OTCBB:OTGO), the nation's first fast casual cafe chain to be certified as an organic retailer, today announced that Jason R. Brown, chief executive officer, will present at the Oppenheimer & Co. 8th Annual Consumer Growth Conference at the...
ConAgra Foods Announces $900 Million Accelerated Share Repurchase Program
OMAHA, Neb.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - ConAgra Foods, Inc., (NYSE:CAG) one of North America's leading packaged food companies, today initiated an accelerated share repurchase program ("ASR") under which the company will spend $900 million to repurchase shares of its common stock. Reflecting...
Famous Uncle Al's Hot Dogs & Grille, Inc. Announces Virginia Restaurant Grand Opening
DANBURY, Conn., July 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Famous Uncle Al's Hot Dogs & Grille, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: FDOG) announced today it has scheduled the opening of a new Famous Uncle Al's Dogs & Grille restaurant at 1269 Military Highway, Norfolk, VA. The new restaurant is...
Executive Leadership Transition Finalized at The Coca-Cola Company
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - The Coca-Cola Company today completed its executive leadership transition as Muhtar Kent officially became the Company's new chief executive officer. Kent, 55, follows Neville Isdell, 65, who will remain chairman of the Board through the Company's Annual...
Occasions Caterers Announces Environmentally Responsible Business Practices to Help Customers Meet Sustainability Goals for Catered Events
WASHINGTON, July 1 PRNewswire — Occasions Caterers, the leader in off-premise catering in the DC metropolitan area has announced its efforts to 'go green.' Mark Michael, owner of Occasions, has seen a strong increase in interest from customers and employees to propel the industry...
Research and Markets: The Saudi Arabia Food Drink Report Provides Independent Forecasts and Competitive Intelligence on Saudi Arabia's Food and Drink Industry.
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Research and Markets industry, as discussed in BMI's recently published Saudi Arabia Food & Drink Report for Q208. In February 2008 Al Azizia Panda Company, the 100%-owned retail subsidiary of diversified Saudi conglomerate Savola Group...
Takoma Park City Council Says Foie Gras Production Is Too Cruel to Swallow
TAKOMA PARK, Md., July 1 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Last night, the Takoma Park City Council unanimously passed a resolution opposing one of the most abusive factory farming practices: the force-feeding of ducks and geese for foie gras. This resolution, initiated by Mayor Bruce Williams...
CBRL Group Reports June Comparable Sales
LEBANON, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - CBRL Group, Inc. ("CBRL") (Nasdaq: CBRL) today reported comparable store sales for its Cracker Barrel Old Country Store(R) restaurants and gift shops for the four-week period ending Friday, June 27, 2008. The sales are compared with the four-week...
Converted Organics Receives First Delivery of Liquid Food Waste at New Woodbridge, N.J. Manufacturing Facility
BOSTON-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Converted Organics Inc. (NASDAQ:COIN) announced today that, on June 30, the Company took delivery of its first shipment of liquid food waste at its new flagship organic soil amendment and fertilizer processing facility in Woodbridge, New Jersey. The shipment was...
Unisource Announces New Stretch Film Wrapper Equipment Program Featuring Private Brand Machine
NORCROSS, Ga., July 1 PRNewswire — Unisource Worldwide, Inc., one of the leading distributors of paper, packaging and facility supplies in North America, today announced a new stretch film wrapper equipment program featuring three outstanding lines of equipment with nationwide...
PepsiCo to Webcast Conference Call and Slides on Second-Quarter 2008 Earnings
PURCHASE, N.Y., July 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — PepsiCo, Inc. (NYSE: PEP) today announced that its second-quarter 2008 earnings conference call and slide presentation for financial analysts and investors will be webcast live over the internet on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at 11 a.m. eastern...
Dunkin' Donuts to Showcase Store Employees' Artistic Talent Through National Holiday Gift Card Design Contest
CANTON, Mass., July 1 PRNewswire — Dunkin' Donuts, America's favorite everyday, all-day stop for coffee and baked goods, today announced three national store employee finalists in the company-wide contest to design the 2008 holiday-themed rechargeable Dunkin' Donuts Card. Customers are...
Wholly Guacamole Quick & Nutritious Entertaining Tips Offer 'Skinny' Dippin', Zesty Grillin' and Summertime Freedom for All
FORT WORTH, Texas, July 1 PRNewswire — The season's here ... bathing suits and BBQ's. According to the National BBQ Association, 31 percent of American grill owners barbecue more now than a year ago because they are trying to eat healthier. Unfortunately with quick meals a priority...
China Improves Safety Management on Imported Foods in Preparation for Olympic Games
BEIJING, July 1 Xinhua-PRNewswire — The first batch of imported food ( http://www.tootoo.com/w-Food_Beverage/ ) to arrive in China in preparation for the Olympic Games has arrived. The 24.269 tons of headless trout arrived at the Yangshan port in Shanghai on June 18. To ensure the...
National Hot Dog & Sausage Council Kicks Off Hot Dog Month With 'Hot Dog City' Web Site, Etiquette Video on YouTube
WASHINGTON, July 1 PRNewswire-USNewswire — As July ushers in National Hot Dog Month, the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council unveiled "Hot Dog City," a new, culturally focused interactive website at www.hot-dog.org. The council also 'premiered' a companion YouTube Channel at...
The Boston Beer Company Launches A New Philanthropy Program: 'Samuel Adams Brewing the American Dream'
BOSTON, July 1 PRNewswire — The Boston Beer Company announced today Samuel Adams Brewing the American Dream, a program whose mission is to partner with low and moderate income microentrepreneurs in the food and beverage industry and provide the tools they need to help them grow and...
Wal-Mart Commits to America's Farmers as Produce Aisles Go Local
BENTONVILLE, Ark., July 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Wal-Mart today announced its commitment to source more local fruits and vegetables to keep produce prices down and provide affordable selections that are fresh and healthful. The retailer also reported that partnerships with local farmers...
OneTouch(R) Ping(TM) Glucose Management System Cleared by FDA
WEST CHESTER, Pa., July 1 PRNewswire — Animas Corporation announced today the clearance of its OneTouch(R) Ping(TM) Glucose Management System by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). OneTouch Ping is the first full-feature insulin pump that wirelessly communicates with a blood...
Galaxy Nutritional Foods Reports FY2008 Results
ORLANDO, Fla., July 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Galaxy Nutritional Foods, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: GXYF), a leading developer and marketer of cheese alternatives, organic dairy and other organic and natural food products, today reported operating results for the fourth quarter and...
Rising Demand from Diverse Process Industries Supports Steady Growth in Global Valves and Actuators Market
LONDON-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Surging demand from various process industries, government regulations on emission control and the spiralling need for resources like water and power will support steady, long-term growth in the world valves and actuators market. The rising demand for resources...
DuPont Qualicon BAX(R) System Named in Government Standard for Food Testing in China
WILMINGTON, Del., July 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — The General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ) system available at http://www2.dupont.com/Qualicon/en_US/sales_support/ss_photo_gallery.html SOURCE DuPont
Survey Helps Consumers Find and Make Animal-Friendly Food Choices
BOSTON, July 1 PRNewswire-USNewswire — To help consumers find and make more humane food choices at the supermarket, the World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) today released a survey ranking 23 US grocery store chains by the availability of humanely labeled food on their...
Figure Skater Peggy Fleming Teams With HealthSaver: Go Organic for Quality, Natural Food
NORWALK, Conn., July 1 PRNewswire — The organic food that reaches your grocery's shelves retains the genuine flavor nature intended and often contains more nutrients than its counterpart. With the popularity of organic food on the rise, consumers now find organic produce, meat and dairy...
Edy's Dishes Out 1,500 Ice Cream Block Parties in Neighborhoods Across America This Summer
OAKLAND, Calif., July 1 PRNewswire — For the fourth consecutive summer, 1,500 U.S. neighborhoods are scooping up a Slow Churned Neighborhood Salute(SM) ice cream block party, courtesy of Edy's. Edy's Slow Churned Neighborhood Salute builds and recognizes strong communities that are the...
Dreyer's Dishes Out 1,500 Ice Cream Block Parties in Neighborhoods Across America This Summer
OAKLAND, Calif., July 1 PRNewswire — For the fourth consecutive summer, 1,500 U.S. neighborhoods are scooping up a Slow Churned Neighborhood Salute(SM) ice cream block party, courtesy of Dreyer's. Dreyer's Slow Churned Neighborhood Salute builds and recognizes strong communities that...
Yum! Steaks or Burgers? Many Americans Fire up the Grill All Year Round
ROCHESTER, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - July is National Grilling Month and as a new Harris Poll of 2,454 U.S. adults surveyed online between June 9 and 16, 2008 by Harris Interactive(R) shows, Americans like to grill and they do it all year round. Specifically: — Half of Americans...
Research and Markets: The Thai Market for Soya Milk & Non-Dairy Drinks Including Market Sizes, Forecasts and Competitive Information
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-July 1, 2008 - Research and Markets - Rice Drinks - Oat Drinks - Other Drinks Research Highlights: The Thai market for soya milk and non-dairy drinks is the largest in Asia. Although soya milk is highly established, high market growth rates are continuing as...
So. Calif. Schools Receive $14,500 From KID HEALTHY -- Steps To Healthy Living Campaign!
ORANGE, Calif., June 30 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Sixteen elementary schools from San Diego to Ventura counties have received grants of up to $1,000.00 in recognition of their successful participation in the Sixth Annual KID HEALTHY — Steps for Healthy Living campaign, a voluntary...
Fresh & Easy July 4th Cookout for Less
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., June 30 PRNewswire — Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market is offering a special summer 'grill pack' with nearly five pounds of high quality beef patties, mild pork sausages and lightly seasoned chicken and a 12-pack of Fresh & Easy's Taurino Cerveza beer all...
Packaging Corporation of America Schedules Conference Call to Discuss Second Quarter 2008 Results
LAKE FOREST, Ill.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG), will hold a conference call on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) to discuss second quarter 2008 results. Second quarter 2008 earnings will be released after the market closes on July 21...
Aid Agencies to Deliver U.S. Food Assistance to North Koreans
WASHINGTON, June 30 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Five aid agencies today announced that they have signed an agreement with the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to deliver U.S. government food assistance to North Koreans suffering from severe food shortages. The partnership will...
Marani Brands Expands Its Market Coverage
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Marani Brands Inc. (OTCBB:MRIB) continues to accelerate its deliberate market expansion strategy by announcing today its plans to move into the Southeastern United States. The company is currently waiting for approval from the State of Florida to begin...
Topco Appoints Two New Vice Presidents
SKOKIE, Ill.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Topco Associates LLC announced today the appointment of two new officers. Audrey Jakel was named Vice President of Human Resources. Steve Schmitchel was promoted to Vice President of TopSource, Topco's not-for-resale program. In her new position, Jakel...
Castle Brands Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2008 Results
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Castle Brands Inc. (AMEX:ROX), an emerging international importer and marketer of premium spirits, today reported financial results for fourth quarter and full year fiscal ended March 31, 2008. U.S. case sales increased 6.2% year over year to 52,899 nine...
Catfish Country of Origin Labeling (C.O.O.L.) Law Begins July 1
JACKSON, Miss.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Mississippi House Bill 728, requiring Mississippi restaurants to disclose the country of origin of the catfish they serve, will go into effect July 1, 2008. Governor Barbour signed the bill after it was unanimously approved by both the House and Senate...
Famous Dave's Second Quarter 2008 Earnings Release and Conference Call
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE) will announce its Second Quarter 2008 earnings after market close July 30, 2008. The company is hosting a conference call, July 31, 2008, at 10:00a.m., Central Time, to discuss its second quarter 2008 financial...
Ruby Tuesday, Inc. to Host Fourth Quarter FY 2008 Earnings Conference Call on the Internet
MARYVILLE, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Ruby Tuesday, Inc. (NYSE:RT), will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss fourth quarter results on Wednesday, July 9th at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The call is being webcast and can be accessed live at the following websites: www.rubytuesday.com...
Smithfield Foods Announces the Sale of 4.95 Percent of Shares to China's Largest National Agricultural Trading and Processing Company COFCO Limited
SMITHFIELD, Va., June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Smithfield Foods, Inc. (NYSE: SFD) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with COFCO Limited, China's largest national agricultural trading and processing company, for the sale of 7,000,000 shares, or 4.95 percent of...
Smithfield Foods to Offer $350 Million Convertible Senior Notes Due 2013
SMITHFIELD, Va., June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Smithfield Foods, Inc. (NYSE: SFD) announced today that it intends to offer $350 million aggregate principal amount of its convertible senior notes due 2013 in a registered underwritten public offering. In connection with the offering...
Star Buffet, Inc. Files Form 10-Q for First Quarter FY 2009
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Star Buffet, Inc. (Nasdaq: STRZ) today filed a Form 10-Q with the Securities and Exchange Commission for its first quarter of fiscal 2009 ending May 19, 2008. Star Buffet, Inc. had revenues of $33.2 million and net income of $534,000, or...
Natural Nutrition Launches iNutrition.com with Free Wii Sweepstakes
HOUSTON and OTTAWA, June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Natural Nutrition, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: NTNI) announced today the launch of its new health and fitness site, iNutrition.com. To celebrate the launch, iNutrition.com will give away a free Wii and free Wii Fit in our "Summer of Fit...
Novelle International Announces Spokesman Agreement With Dr. Ward Bond
BRADENTON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Annie Eng, founder of Novelle International, Inc., has announced that the company has entered into an agreement with noted nutrition educator and national television host Ward W. Bond, Ph.D., to promote Maqui Superberry, a super-premium antioxidant...
Consumer Reports: Haagen-Dazs Tops Taste-Tests of Ten Light Ice Creams
Predictably Light Ice Cream with the Most Fat and Calories Taste Better YONKERS, N.Y., June 30 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Craving a delicious light ice cream? Consumer Reports suggests Haagen-Dazs Extra Rich Light in Vanilla Bean or Dutch Chocolate. Both topped the magazine's latest...
Vina Concha y Toro Announces Filing of 2007 Annual Report on Form 20-F
SANTIAGO, Chile, June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Vina Concha y Toro (NYSE: VCO) announced today that its 2007 Annual Report on Form 20-F has been filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. The document is available on the company's website at...
Smart Balance Added to Russell 2000 and 3000 Indexes
PARAMUS, N.J., June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Smart Balance, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMBL) announced today that it has been included in the broad-market Russell 2000(R) and Russell 3000(R) indexes. Russell Investments reconstituted its comprehensive set of U.S. and global equity indexes on...
Enodis plc Agrees to Recommend Offer from The Manitowoc Company, Inc. Following Completion of Auction Process
MANITOWOC, Wis., June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — The Manitowoc Company, Inc. (NYSE: MTW) announced today that it has been notified by the UK Takeover Panel that Enodis plc (LSE: ENO) intends to recommend Manitowoc's offer following completion of an auction process with Illinois Tool...
Perdigao Announces 20-F - 2007
SAO PAULO, Brazil, June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Perdigao hereby advises investors that the Annual Report on Form 20-F of Perdigao S.A. for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007 has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and copies are available at...
Pinkberry Swirls into San Diego
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Today Pinkberry announced it opened its first location in San Diego - at the Hard Rock Hotel in the city's Gaslamp District. This will be Pinkberry's 59th store and the start of an expansion in the San Diego area. The second San Diego store location in...
Ben & Jerry's Supports International Dairy Foods Association's Lawsuit over rBGH Labeling Regulation in Ohio
SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Ben & Jerry's is supporting the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) lawsuit over a new Ohio rBGH labeling rule that violates Constitutional protections and creates unduly burdensome labeling controls. The new labeling regulation in...
Susser Holdings Added to Russell 2000(R) Index
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Susser Holdings Corporation (Nasdaq: SUSS) announced today that is has been added to the Russell 2000(R) Index. The Russell 2000 Index measures the performance of the small-cap segment of the U.S. equity universe. It is a subset of...
SABMiller plc and Molson Coors Announce Launch of MillerCoors
LONDON & DENVER-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - SABMiller plc (SAB.L) and Molson Coors Brewing Company (NYSE: TAP; TSX: TPX) today announced the closing of the transaction to combine their U.S. and Puerto Rico operations to create MillerCoors. MillerCoors, which will begin operating as a...
Glacier Water Announces Dividend on Common Stock
VISTA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Glacier Water Services, Inc. (Pink Sheets: GWSV) announced today that it would pay a dividend on its common stock. The Board of Directors of Glacier Water Services, Inc. announced today that it will pay a dividend on its common stock to holders of record...
Amateur Chefs Strive to Impress Celebrity Palates
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Will it be bitter, sour, sweet, or tangy? Will it be Indian, Asian, French, or Mexican? Amateur chefs across the country are invited to submit their favorite original recipe for the Rias Baixas Albarino food and wine pairing contest. This year, contestants...
Independent Forecasts and Competitive Intelligence on Singapore's Food and Drink Industry Available Now
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Research and Markets
Follow Your Hometown Hooters Girl Miranda to Compete in Fort Lauderdale for $150,000 in Cash and Prizes
NAPLES, Fla., June 30 PRNewswire — Miranda Hickel will represent Naples during Hooters 12th Annual International Swimsuit Pageant in Fort Lauderdale. Over 130 contestants vying for the Miss Hooters International title and $50,000 first place cash prize will come from as far as Korea...
FEMSA Files 2007 SEC Annual Report
MONTERREY, Mexico, June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Fomento Economico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V. ("FEMSA") (NYSE: FMX) filed its annual report on Form 20-F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission today for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007. The report is available on...
If You Love a Good Cup of Coffee, or a Great Adventure Story - God in a Cup: The Obsessive Quest for the Perfect Coffee is for You
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Research and Markets , anything can happen. In God in a Cup, journalist and late-blooming adventurer Michaele Weissman treks into an exotic and paradoxical realm of specialty coffee where the successful traveler must be part passionate coffee...
Follow Your Hometown Hooters Girl to Compete in Fort Lauderdale for $150,000 in Cash and Prizes
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 30 PRNewswire — Heather Letters will represent Ft. Lauderdale and Vanessa Ferbyere will represent Miami during Hooters 12th Annual International Swimsuit Pageant in Fort Lauderdale. Over 130 contestants vying for the Miss Hooters International title and...
Report `Environmentally-Compatible Food Packaging' Will Be a Valuable Reference Tool for Professionals in the Food Processing and Packaging Industries
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Research and Markets , Belgium Introduction. Regulation of recycling of food packaging materials. Recycling paper food packaging: collection, separation and processing. Recycling plastic food packaging: collection, separation and recovery. Recycling of...
Organic Trade Association Challenges Ohio's New Dairy Labeling Rule in Federal Court
COLUMBUS, Ohio-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - The Organic Trade Association (OTA) today filed a legal complaint against Ohio's Department of Agriculture, challenging as unconstitutional an "emergency" rule seeking to prevent labeling that tells a consumer whether the cows were treated with rBST...
International Dairy Foods Association Files Lawsuit to Stop Ohio's Unfair Labeling Law
COLUMBUS, Ohio-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) today filed a lawsuit against the State of Ohio challenging its new regulations regarding the labeling of dairy products from cows that have not been treated with artificial growth hormones. In the...
Lance, Inc. to Release Second Quarter 2008 Results on Friday, July 25th Before Market Open and Host Conference Call and Webcast at 9:00 am Eastern
CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Lance, Inc. (Nasdaq: LNCE) announced today that it intends to release its 2008 second quarter results prior to the market open on Friday, July 25, 2008. Management will conduct a conference call and live webcast at 9:00 am eastern time on...
Experience Far-Away Flavor at Seattle's Best Coffee with a New Tanzanian Coffee
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Seattle's Best Coffee is excited to announce the launch of their first Tanzanian coffee, the Panorama(TM) Limited Reserve. Debuting this summer, the new coffee provides "Uncommonly Smooth(TM)" flavor and refreshment. Enjoyable over ice or delicious served hot...
Top 200 Canadian chain restaurants' sales grew by 5.2 percent in 2007, says Technomic
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Foodservice consultants Technomic report that the Top 200 Canadian restaurant chains grew annual sales by 5.2 percent in 2007, representing overall performance comparable to the Top 500 chains in the U.S. With total sales of over $22 billion, the Top 200...
Beam Global Spirits & Wine's Scotch and Bourbon Brands Nab Top Honors at 2008 International Wine & Spirit Competition
DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. (Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)), a global leader in premium spirits, is proud to announce that three of its signature brands have won gold medals and were awarded the "Best in Class" distinction at the 2008...
IFCO SYSTEMS Signs RPC Service Agreement with INTERMARCHE in France
HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - IFCO SYSTEMS announces today, that INTERMARCHE, one of the leading retailers in France with annual revenues of 27 billion Euros, has signed a long term agreement with IFCO SYSTEMS to become its RPC service provider for fruits and vegetables. Karl Pohler, CEO...
Essential Forecasts and Competitive Intelligence on Russia's Food and Drink Industry Available Now
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Research and Markets chains. It is much the same for multinationals and the largest domestic food processors. Costs are a major factor, including rising domestic and world raw materials costs, overheated real-estate markets, record advertising rates...
United Kingdom Food and Drink Report Q2 2008 Out Now
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "United Kingdom Food and Drink Report Q2 2008" report to their offering. The United Kingdom Food Drink Report provides independent forecasts and competitive intelligence on United Kingdom's food...
Church's Chicken(R) Partners with NAI Global
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Church's Chicken(R) recently entered into a partnership with NAI Global, a leader in retail real estate services for commercial and corporate businesses. NAI will provide the brand with corporate real estate services by lending expertise in site selection...
Festive Ice Cream Treats Keep July Cool
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. & MODESTO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Californians can escape the summer heat with some fun new ice cream treats guaranteed to delight ice cream lovers. The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) has partnered with Bruce Weinstein, author of The Ultimate...
Popeyes(R) Selects GSD&M Idea City as National Creative Advertising Agency of Record
ATLANTA, June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Popeyes(R), a division of AFC Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: AFCE), has selected GSD&M Idea City as its new national creative advertising agency of record. The agency will begin working immediately to develop creative campaigns for the brand...
Redstone American Grill Opens June 30 in Plymouth Meeting, PA
PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - The highly anticipated opening of Redstone American Grill, Inc. at the Plymouth Meeting Mall, is scheduled for Monday, June 30 according to David Goronkin, President & CEO. Redstone American Grill, located at 512 Germantown Pike (Plymouth...
Epicurious.com Hosts Third Annual Wine.Dine.Donate. Dinner Series to Benefit America's Hungry
NEW YORK, June 30 PRNewswire — How can eating a delicious meal prepared by some of the country's top chefs, using local ingredients, lead to more food for the neediest families? Epicurious.com, the award-winning food Web site, created Wine.Dine.Donate. to answer that question. Now in...
Industrias Bachoco Announces Filing Form 20-F with the SEC
CELAYA, Mexico, June 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Industrias Bachoco S.A.B. de C.V. ("Bachoco" or "the Company") (NYSE: IBA; BMV: Bachoco B) filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2007 with the Security and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). The 2007 Form 20-F...
Examine the Business Environment and Opportunities Available in the Food and Drink Market of Bahrain in the Latest Q2 2008 Report
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Research and Markets - Awal Dairy Company - Masafi For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/17d455/bahrain_food_and_d.
Tecate Light Launches First Dual-Language Advertising Campaign
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - For the first time in the history of the brand equity, Tecate Light announced today the launch of a dual-language advertising campaign designed to connect with Mexicans and Mexican-American adults in the U.S. The English- and Spanish-language ads...
Publix Recognized as one of IDG's Computerworld Best Places to Work in Information Technology
LAKELAND, Fla.-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - For the fourth consecutive year, Publix has been honored as one of IDG's Computerworld, the "Voice of IT Management," top workplaces for information technology (IT) professionals. This honor is part of the weekly IT publication's 15th annual Best Places...
Read the Latest Q2 2008 Report on Greece as Greek Consumers Spend 40% of their Income on Food, Drink & Tobacco
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-June 30, 2008 - Research and Markets - J Boutaris & Sons Holding SA - Athenian Brewery SA For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/c5d888/greece_food_and_dr.
Farm-to-Table Dining Made Easier as Epicurious.com Tours U.S. Farmers' Markets
NEW YORK, June 30 PRNewswire — Epicurious.com is hitting the road to visit farmers' markets across the United States and help make farm-to-table dining simpler-and a better value — for Americans. In five major city greenmarkets, Epicurious.com editors will give away a full menu of...
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