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Freshway Foods Introduces New Baby Kale Blend

Posted on August 2, 2016.

Freshway Foods announced today that the company will introduce its new baby kale blend at the upcoming PMA Foodservice Expo. The new blend is a combination of baby green, scarlet and black kale . “Our new baby kale blend is mild in flavor, and more tender than traditional kale,” says Chef Douglas Bond, New Product […]

Freshway Foods Introduces New Fresh-Cut Potatoes

Posted on May 25, 2016.

Freshway Foods announced today that the company will introduce new fresh-cut potatoes at the upcoming United Fresh food show. The new fresh-cut potatoes save time and money for foodservice operators. Freshway’s fresh-cut potatoes are available in several varieties, including whole peeled, sliced, diced, quartered and wedged russet potatoes, diced and quartered red potatoes, peeled and […]

US FOODS AGREES TO ACQUIRE FRESHWAY FOODS

Posted on May 19, 2016.

ROSEMONT, Ill. – May 19, 2016 – US Foods today announced it has agreed to acquire Freshway Foods, a fresh fruit and vegetable processor, repacker and distributor serving customers throughout the eastern half of the United States Established in 1988, Freshway Foods is owned by brothers Phil and Frank Gilardi and is based in Sidney, […]

Freshway Foods Introduces New Grab N Go Salads

Posted on May 9, 2016.

Freshway Foods announced today that the company will introduce new Grab N Go salad kits at the upcoming IDDBA Dairy Deli Bake food show. The new Grab N Go salads feature ancient grains, colorful fruits and vegetables and premium ingredients. “We approached development of these salads by first talking to our customers about what their […]

Freshway Foods Introduces New Fall/Winter Deli Salads

Posted on April 26, 2016.

Freshway Foods announced today that the company will introduce its new Fall/Winter line of fresh deli salads at the upcoming IDDBA Dairy Deli Bake food show. The new salads feature ancient grains, including farro and quinoa, as well as heirloom vegetables, such as golden beets and rainbow carrots. Development of the new Fall/Winter deli salads […]

Patsy Naseman to Retire

Posted on April 20, 2016.

Freshway’s first associate has served the company for over 28 years Freshway Foods announced today that Patsy Naseman, 28-year veteran of the company, is retiring. Patsy was the first associate hired when Freshway Foods was founded in 1988, and she will retire in May 2016. Patsy is originally from Kettlersville, a village in Shelby County, […]

Freshway Foods Pledges $100,000 Donation to The Center for Produce Safety

Posted on March 16, 2016.

Freshway Foods announced today the company has pledged $100,000 over five years to The Center for Produce Safety (CPS). The pledge is part of the center’s Campaign for Produce Safety, which has a goal of $20 million to fund produce safety research. “Our commitment to food safety is at the core of everything we do; […]

Larry Schultz to Retire

Posted on February 17, 2016.

Freshway Foods announced today that Larry Schultz, 45-year veteran of the fresh produce industry, is retiring. Larry started his career with the Crosset Company in June, 1970, two days after his high school graduation, and will wrap up his career with Freshway Foods in early 2016 Larry grew up in Melbourne, Kentucky on a large […]

Freshway Foods Receives Cornerstone Partner Award

Posted on December 2, 2015.

Freshway Foods announced today the company has been award the Cornerstone Partner Award by Gordon Food Service. The award, which is the highest that Gordon Food Service bestows, was announced at the 2015 North American Vendor Involvement Process (VIP) Award Dinner. The Cornerstone Award recognizes suppliers who excelled in service metrics and exemplified strategic distinction […]

Steve Collins Named VP of Operations for Freshway Foods

Posted on October 12, 2015.

Freshway Foods announced today that Steve Collins has been named Vice President of Operations for Freshway Foods. In his new role, Collins will lead daily operations at the company’s production and distribution facility in Sidney, Ohio. Collins replaces Larry Schultz, who will be retiring in early 2016. Collins joined Freshway Foods in 2014 as Project […]