A bill was introduced to allow the year-round sale of E15 by Senators Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) and 13 other senators. Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor issued a statement regarding the bill: “This summer, in the face of record-high gas prices, drivers across the country found savings at the pump of nearly a…

Rich Products offers c-store retailers a variety of pizza crust solutions across every category —from dough to parbaked, gluten free and plant based. One of Rich’s pizza crust options is the Gluten-Free Parbaked Detroit Style Pizza Crust. The new nine-inch-by-seven-inch Detroit-style pizza crust cooks and cuts like a traditional deep dish pizza, and it has […]

Eco-Products announced a new line of compostable straws made from plant-based plastic that are as durable as conventional straws. Because the straws are made with plant-based PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoate), their organic nature allows them to act as a food source to the bacteria that aid in decomposition. These PHA straws are able to biodegrade in a […]

Circle K partnered with Food Rocket to bring the quick delivery business model to two Circle K stores in Charlotte, N.C. Through its app, Food Rocket will offer up to 7,000 SKUs, with a focus on grocery and convenience products, Circle K’s breakfast sandwiches, tacos, burgers, pizza, coffee, snacks and bakery products, as well as…

Sheetz announced it will expand into Michigan with the first store location projected to open in 2025, starting in the Detroit market. Sheetz’s locations will offer its award-winning Made-to-Order (MTO) menu where local residents can order any of Sheetz’s customized specialty drinks or food items around the clock. “We are thrilled to continue our growth…

The Coca-Cola Co. announced that it will release new innovations next year, including with Fanta. Fanta will unveil a new and improved Fanta Orange and Fanta Orange Zero Sugar featuring a superior formula and a bold new visual identity. Fans will still enjoy the bright, bubbly and instantly refreshing taste they love — with a […]

This season M&M’S added a new, limited-edition flavor to its seasonal lineup: M&M’S Espresso Dark Chocolate Candies. A bold twist on classic M&M’S, M&M’S Espresso Dark Chocolate Candies combine a smooth and rich espresso flavor with creamy dark chocolate, coated in festive colored candy shells, bringing consumers who love the classic pairing of coffee and […]

EG America launched a new pizza concept called Ria’s Pizzeria, which will celebrate its grand opening Nov. 30 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. at the new 60 West Main St. location in Norton, Mass., inside the Cumberland Farms store. The first Ria’s location opened earlier this month in North Adams, Mass. Norton, Mass.,…

Inno-Pak recently announced the rebranding of Stalk Market Compostable Products, a full line of commercially compostable food packaging for restaurants and grocery stores and other venues that require single-use food packaging. Inno-Pak acquired Stalk Market earlier this year and has expanded its distribution to include current and future Inno-Pak customers. “The complete integration of Stalk…

General Mills Convenience is expanding the ready-to-eat popcorn category with its new Pillsbury Funfetti Popcorn. Coated with Funfetti Glaze, the popcorn features tiny rainbow-colored flecks that boost the visual eating experience and fun factor. The new popcorn offers consumers a new form to enjoy the nostalgic Funfetti flavor. The Pillsbury Funfetti Popcorn will be available […]