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Supplier Tidbits Core-Mark International revamped its Core Partners program, which offers its customers access to suppliers within service-level categories. Highlights of the revamp include exclusive digital marketing content directly accessible by customers via Core-Mark’s ordering platform, social media promotion, and flat-fee pricing.
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A BAT subsidiary will acquire a 19.9-percent equity stake in Organigram.
British American Tobacco Group (BAT) entered into a collaboration agreement with Organigram Inc. focused on next-generation adult cannabis products. This follows BAT’s pilot launch of a Vuse CBD Zone in the United Kingdom earlier this year. Herr’s commemorated its landmark 75th anniversary by releasing limited-edition kettle cooked Homestyle Potato Chips with a vintage package design. The company also launched 75 days of celebrations giving back to Philadelphia communities.
Avery Dennison announced two new investments to accelerate its digital transformation capabilities for connected supply chains and connected products. The company acquired ZippyYum and launched atma.io, a new digital venture.
Mondeléz International Inc.’s SnackFutures innovation and venture hub joined the Upcycled Food Association. The first two brands by SnackFutures — CaPao and Dirt Kitchen Snacks — are made from produce that would otherwise be wasted. PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay division implemented zeroemission and near-zero-emission technologies at its Modesto, Calif., manufacturing site. Additionally, the site converted to 100 percent renewable electricity for direct operations.
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