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Promoting safe foods in foodservice is both good global citizenship and good business, and two groups — one a nonprofit and one a distributor — are doing their part to ensure the foodservice products that reach the American consumer are the safest possible.

Manufacturers of foodservice supplies have stayed abreast of the industry’s overwhelming themes of value, cost savings and sustainability with the introduction of new products and line extensions that fulfill those mandates.

Results of a recently released report from the Produce Marketing Association (PMA), the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) are urging twice the use of fresh produce in foodservice, for more fruitful returns.

A recent report from Chicago-based Technomic that explores how expanded retail foodservice offerings are driving more and more consumers to these outlets bodes quite well supermarkets, which are becoming increasingly competitive with restaurants.

In a bid to give more autonomy to executives in regional markets, reinvigorate growth and leverage its global scale to reduce costs, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. is realigning its U.S. operations by aligning its three operating divisions.

Associated Retail Stores plans to deploy a new supplier collaboration platform to capture, manage, analyze, and share critical data with its partners, with the goal of improving visibility across its supply chain.

In time for Valentine’s Day, 145-year-old candy brand Sweethearts will boast an updated look, thanks to new fruity flavors, bright colors, and affectionate sayings chosen by consumers.

Evriholder Products, LLC and A. Aronson, Inc. have come to an agreement that will enable Evriholder to begin offering licensed housewares products through A. Aronson's extensive licensing agreements.