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Lay's Air Pops Crisps rolled out in additional US States
April 23, 2014
Lay's Air Pops Crisps rolled out in additional US States
Lay's potato chips, one of the marquee brands from PepsiCo's Frito-Lay division, is expanding distribution of Lay's Air Pops crisps to even more markets across the United States.
US Retailer Target introduces 17 Better-for-you brands
April 14, 2014
US Retailer Target introduces 17 Better-for-you brands
Target Corp. is now introducing “Made to Matter – Handpicked by Target.” The first-of-its-kind collection brings together 17 leading natural, organic and sustainable brands to introduce new products and make them more accessible.
Idaho Advertising Federation Recognizes Ad Produced For Klondike Brands
February 21, 2014
Idaho Advertising Federation Recognizes Ad Produced For Klondike Brands
On February 6, the Idaho Advertising Federation presented I.E. Productions, an Idaho Falls Multimedia Advertising agency with a 1st place Diamond Gem Advertising Award in the Magazine Category for a series of print ads they produced for Klondike Brands™ potatoes.
Super Bowl Potato Bet will benefit Food Banks
January 29, 2014
Super Bowl Potato Bet will benefit Food Banks
Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) and the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee (CPAC) have made a 'friendly' wager on the outcome of the Superbowl matchup between the Seahawks and Broncos.
US Potato Board Partners With Hungry Girl For New Marketing Campaign
October 30, 2013
US Potato Board Partners With Hungry Girl For New Marketing Campaign
USPB has enlisted the help of Hungry Girl, the nationally recognized multimedia brand created by Lisa Lillien, which includes a popular web site, a free daily email service, eight bestselling books, a television series and countless other TV appearances.
Burger King for news
October 09, 2013
Burger King's Satisfries boosts brand among health-focused consumers
Burger King’s latest efforts to improve its perception among health-focused consumers has been successful so far and could have more staying power than similar efforts from McDonald’s, according to industry watchers.
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BURGER KING® Introduces new SATISFRIES, great tasting crinkle-cut, reduced fat, reduced calorie French Fries
September 24, 2013
BURGER KING® Introduces new SATISFRIES, great tasting crinkle-cut, reduced fat, reduced calorie French Fries
Burger King Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: BKW) is proud to introduce new SATISFRIES, great tasting crinkle-cut French fries with 40% less fat(1) and 30% fewer calories (2) than the leading French fries.
Potato & Onion promotion on “Create Mealtime Magic” tote bags
April 09, 2013
Potato & Onion promotion on “Create Mealtime Magic” tote bags
Custom-printed tote bags have been developed through a unique partnership between the United States Potato Board (USPB) and the National Onion Association (NOA)
Pringles for news
March 11, 2013
Pringles secures it's market Share with new flavours
Pringles®, the Kellogg's - owned snack, is seeking to burst open the savoury snacks category even further, with the introduction of new flavours, Roast Chicken and Herbs for the UK and France, Sweet Paprika for Germany, Rosemary &Olive Oil for Spai...
Last call for Lays 'Do us a flavor' contest in the US
September 24, 2012
Last call for Lays 'Do us a flavor' contest in the US
The Lay's brand today announced a last call for submissions for the next great Lay's potato chip flavor. Lay's, one of the marquee brands from PepsiCo's Frito-Lay division, kicked off its "Do Us A Flavor"contest in July to invite fans to subm...
Conagra Foods acquires Kangaroo Brands' pita chip business
May 22, 2012
Conagra Foods acquires Kangaroo Brands' pita chip business
ConAgra Foods, Inc. (NYSE: CAG) announced today that it has acquired Kangaroo Brands' pita chip business. ConAgra Foods' acquisition of the pita chip business is consistent with its strategy to grow its presence in private label foods. "Pita chip...
NPD Group
May 03, 2012
Private label products still on the rise, but consumers satisfaction is decreasing
The number of consumers using private label food and beverage products continues to rise, but U.S. consumers are losing their enthusiasm for these value-oriented options, according to a recent report by The NPD Group, a leading market research company....
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March 12, 2012
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Idaho Potato Commission celebrates 75 year anniversary
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February 26, 2012
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Health Benefits Idaho Potatoes promoted by Denise Austin
February 19, 2012
Health Benefits Idaho Potatoes promoted by Denise Austin
Denise Austin, the Idaho Potato Commission’s (IPC) long-time spokesperson, celebrated American Heart Month on behalf of the IPC with two major initiatives: a 35-city satellite media tour (SMT) and an online re-release of the IPC's national television c...
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January 20, 2011
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