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Consumers have a new, organic frozen novelty choice
PENNSAUKEN, N.J. -- The frozen novelty case is getting a blast of organic fruit juice from J&J Snack Foods Corp.

The company announced a new line extension to its Whole Fruit brand: Whole Fruit Organic Juice Tubes. These 3-ounce juice tubes are available in four flavors: Apple Concord Grape, Apple Strawberry, Apple Blueberry and Apple Cherry. Each variety is only 60 calories and has no dairy, fat, GMOs, high fructose corn syrup or gluten.
SLIDESHOW: U by Kotex’s pop-up Period Shop
U by Kotex recently began its Period Project, kicking off the multi-year program and project series with a pop-up shop in New York City. The Period Shop was conceived by New York-based college student Sarah Michelson, who wrote a post on Tumblr about creating a Period Shop that U by Kotex read, partnering to create the shop on 21st St. and 5th Ave., which was open May 13-15.

Ferrara Candy Company expands organic offerings

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill -- Following the success of Black Forest Organic gummies launched in 2015, Ferrara Candy Company is expanding its line of USDA certified organic candies with four new offerings.

The company is launching Organic Fruity Chews, Sour Heads, Candy Drops and Caramel Hard Candies. With sales of organic foods growing at extraordinary rates, Ferrara is unlocking the organic confection market potential with its newly developed organic infrastructure.
G.H. Cretors pops up with new snack flavors

WAUKEGAN, Ill. -- One of the best-selling popcorn brands is expanding its line of flavors with three new offerings.

G.H. Cretors Popped Corn is launching its popcorn snacks in new Organic Dill Pickle, Organic Chile Jalapeño White Cheddar and Blueberry Lemon flavors.
Ben & Jerry's has a new flavor just in time for election season

DURHAM, N.C. -- Ben & Jerry's is tackling the upcoming summer season with a new ice cream flavor and a not-so-new challenge: preserving the nation's democracy.

The company is launching its newest flavor, Empower Mint, with a new campaign called "Democracy Is In Your Hands."
Sour gummies brand Trolli scores with James Harden

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. -- Leading sour gummi brand Trolli is expanding its Weirdly Awesome campaign in new ways with brand ambassador and star hoops player James Harden.

The branch is launching a new episodic digital video series featuring Harden that showcases his basketball expertise in three unique and fun basketball clinic videos.
Snack foods aisle gets a taste of Korea

LA PALMA, Calif. -- As consumer palates grow ever more sophisticated and demand soars for healthier, more innovative snack foods, a leading Asian brand is launching a unique new snack.

Annie Chun's has rolled out a new savory addition to its line of better-for-you Seaweed Crisps: Korean Style BBQ. The company says the healthy, bite-sized snack touts the flavor essence of a traditional Korean barbecue.
BevNET: PepsiCo tests heated beverages in Boston-area CVS stores

PepsiCo recently completed a test of warmed soft drinks and teas at approximately a dozen CVS locations in the Boston area. According to BevNET, the 7.5 ounce cans were displayed in a countertop warming cabinet heated to 122°F and PepsiCo is currently reviewing sales data. (BevNET)
Report: Walmart launches two-day shipping service

Walmart is starting a two-day shipping subscription service and building a network of warehouses for packaging online orders. (Bloomberg)
Gluten-free beer brand Daura adds a shandy

STAMFORD, Conn. – A leading gluten-free beer brand is expanding its beverage portfolio by adding a little lemonade.

United States Beverage LLC is introducing Daura Shandy to the market. The company says the new shandy is part of a commitment to innovation and research in the development of new products crafted to remove gluten, specifically for celiac and gluten aware consumers.