Frozen Foods

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GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. -- In the latest move that reflects a stronger concentration on the frozen foods category, Dollar General stores here this month has begun to sell products from Blue Bell Creameries in approximately 700 stores in Texas.

PITTSBURGH -- The H.J. Heinz Co., headquartered here, has named Jeffrey P. Berger e.v.p. Berger, who will retain his responsibilities as president and c.e.o. of Heinz North America Foodservice, will take charge of the company's worldwide foodservice business.

NAPLES, N.Y. -- Food makers from around the globe are redoubling their efforts to provide the heart-healthy benefits of fish in their products, according to Datamonitor's Productscan Online database of new products. The number of new foods launched in the United States and Canada that claimed to be high in omega-3 fatty acids nearly doubled between 2002 and 2004.

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- March Frozen Food Month once again provided strong sales growth in the frozen food department, the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) here said yesterday. Dollar sales were up 4 percent vs. the prior year during the month of March, and units increased 2.4 percent, according Information Resources, Inc. data cited by the trade association.

Because of packaging's ability to enhance perishables, fresh suppliers are cooking up clever solutions to address the needs of today's consumers and supermarket operators.

The consumer focus on nutrition and convenience has spurred the growth of the yogurt market.

CHICAGO -- The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) recognized the winners of its 2005 Retailer Choice Awards during a special ceremony at the annual FMI Show this week.