Back to School

Chobani Greek Yogurt’s new line of yogurt for kids, Chobani Champions, marks the first Greek yogurt in the United States made exclusively for children.

Internet grocer Peapod has joined forces with dietitian Lara Field to help parents keep their children focused and energized throughout the school day with 10 simple tips for preparing nutritious school lunches.

Autumn marks the arrival of flu season, and this year, in addition to the flu bugs that typically strike, Americans have the H1N1 virus to worry about.

Community-based independent Ring Bros. Marketplace in South Dennis, Mass., and barbecue grill and accessory supplier Breakaway Gas, also based in South Dennis, raised over $700 for Ezra H. Baker Elementary School during a fundraiser held in late August.

Big Y World Class Markets has donated $275,482 in equipment to nearly 2,000 local schools in its New England marketing area.

On the heels of unveiling a multifaceted campaign that aims to put its Fresh Express brand of value-added salads in the national spotlight, Chiquita Brands International, Inc. is gearing up for a major back-to-school effort primarily targeting parents who want to ensure that kids have healthier, more wholesome snack options.

Giant Eagle, Inc. yesterday began making 10 broadly used generic prescription antibiotics in 46 common dosages free at all of its 210 in-store pharmacies. Company officials said the wellness program is expected to save consumers $4.6 million annually.

In a co-promotion with DreamWorks Animation and the hit film “Monsters vs. Aliens™,” Tyson Foods has rolled out a major consumer online sweepstakes for the back-to-school time frame. Through Oct. 2, supermarkets across the promotion will take part in the promotion, which features merchandising materials with the “Invasion of Flavor” theme.