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ST. LOUIS — The maker of ZhuZhu Pets has introduced a new line of toys for this holiday season.

Cepia said Xia-Xia (pronounced "shah-shah") consists of four colorful, collectible hermit crabs that dance and play. The line also includes playsets and accessories, the company said.

CAMDEN, N.J. — Campbell's new soup puts a spin on a classic favorite.

The soup brand said harvest orange tomato soup — developed by Thomas Griffiths, senior executive chef and director of Campbell’s Culinary and Baking Institute — features a blend of herbs and spices, including sage and rosemary and a touch of roasted garlic, which brings out the natural flavors of orange tomatoes. It is one of 35 new products being introduced by the company's U.S. soup and simple meals business.

CHICAGO — Nature’s American Co. has introduced an enhanced granola product.

HOUSTON — Earnings for the Dr Pepper Snapple Group rose to $154 million, or 71 cents per share, for third quarter 2011, the company announced Wednesday.

This compared with the year-ago period, where third quarter 2010 earnings totaled $144 million, or 60 cents per share.

Year-to-date net sales increased 5% for the company, while income from operations was $753 million, compared with $757 million in the prior-year period. Net income for DPS totaled $440 million, compared with $416 million in the prior-year period.

NEW YORK — One month after the retail launch of its Dip and Squeeze product, Heinz announced it is set to debut a limited-edition ketchup that is blended with balsamic vinegar.

The latest product recently was announced on Heinz's Facebook page, and will be sold via the page starting Nov. 14, before until hitting store shelves in December.

NEW YORK — In an annual study that tracks the brand preferences of Americans ages 8 to 24 years, it looks like Apple takes the cake.

Among 5,077 U.S. consumers ages 8 to 24 years — which presented 121 brands to 8- to 12-year-olds and 167 brands among 13- to 24-year-olds — Harris Interactive found that Apple brands ranked highest among the categories of computers, tablets, and mobile phones.

FREMONT, Neb. — Natura Pet Products has expanded its California Natural grain-free line.

California Natural grain free now includes two varieties of adult dog food: kangaroo and red lentils formula and salmon meal and peas formula. Both products contain novel proteins, in addition to essential vitamins and minerals to ensure canines have a complete and balanced diet, the company said.

The new formulas are available in 5-lb., 15-lb. and 30-lb. bags, and will hit retail next month.

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. — Dole has boosted its frozen fruit offerings.

Dole fruit smoothie shakers and Dole frozen fruit single-serve cups are designed to provide consumers with new ways to enjoy the great taste of fresh fruit right from the freezer, Dole said.