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Orgain's meal-replacement drinks carry organic seal
SAN ANTONIO — Orgain introduced the first certified organic ready-to-drink meal replacement last week at the ECRM Vitamin, Diet and Sports Nutrition conference.
Two new flavors join Yoplait Delights roster
MINNEAPOLIS — Yoplait is expanding its decadent line of rich and creamy yogurt parfaits with two new flavors.

Chocolate éclair and cherry cheesecake are the newest additions to Yoplait Delights. Boasting just 100 calories and 1.5 g of fat, dessert lovers can enjoy a tasty treat without tipping the scales.

Yoplait Delights is available nationwide at a suggested retail price of $2.99 for a package of four 4-oz. cups. Additional flavors in the lineup include chocolate raspberry, triple berry crème, lemon torte and crème caramel.

Iced latte lovers, rejoice: Seattle's Best Coffee rolls out new line

SEATTLE — Reaching out to iced latte enthusiasts, Seattle's Best Coffee is rolling out new ready-to-drink beverages nationwide.

Made with the same premium coffee as the Seattle’s Best Coffee hand-crafted beverages, the iced canned lattes line includes an iced latte, iced vanilla latte and iced mocha latte, each with 130 calories, allowing consumers to enjoy the beverages on the go.

The new iced canned lattes follow the company's test last year on the West Coast.
Marcal takes steps to improve recycled paper goods line

ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. — Marcal has reformulated its Small Steps line, which is made of 100% recycled paper, to make the paper goods better than ever, the company said.

Marcal Small Steps paper towels are stronger when wet, while Marcal Small Steps two-ply bath tissue is softer, the company said. An enhancement to Marcal's facial tissues also will be implemented.
Gain locks in freshness

CINCINNATI — Procter & Gamble is boosting its Gain brand with a formula upgrade that locks in the long-lasting scent of Gain.

Gain with FreshLock contains microscopic scent beads that rest throughout fabrics after they have been washed and dried, the company said. FreshLock is a scent technology upgrade made to all Gain laundry detergent and fabric softener products, which provides longer-lasting freshness for laundry, P&G said.
Lean Cuisine gets snackin'

SOLON, Ohio — Lean Cuisine is making snack-time options healthier with its new line of spring rolls.

Available in garlic chicken, Thai-style chicken and fajita-style chicken varieties, Lean Cuisine's new spring rolls are just 200 calories per serving and feature 100% white-meat chicken, melted cheeses, crisp vegetables and flavorful sauces.

The new Lean Cuisine spring rolls have a suggested retail price of $3.59 and are available in the freezer section of supermarkets nationwide.
Febreze scores touchdown with first-ever athletic equipment, gear drive

CINCINNATI — Febreze teamed up with the Dallas-Fort Worth Salvation Army to collect new and gently used sports equipment and athletic gear at the "NFL Experience," an exhibit held at the Dallas Convention Center.

The two will host the first-ever Febreze Game Day Freshness Sports Equipment Drive Jan. 27 to 30, and Feb. 2 to 6. The equipment and gear will be freshened using Febreze products and donated to the North Texas Youth Education Town in Arlington, said Febreze, which is the official air freshener of the National Football League.
Love is in the air with candies from Just Born

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Just Born wants fans of its Peeps, Mike and Ike, and Hot Tamales brands to feel the love this Valentine's Day.

Peeps is getting a Valentine's Day makeover with Peeps chocolate-covered-raspberry-flavored marshmallow hearts, available in single-serve packages.
IBISWorld: Valentine's Day will drive retail sales

LOS ANGELES — IBISWorld predicted Valentine's Day will boost retail sales in a new report.

The independent market and research firm said that consumers are expected to spend 5.8% more on Valentine’s Day purchases this year than last year, totaling $18.6 billion, or about $125 per person.

Big gains will be seen across all categories, especially in such staples as greeting cards and candy, which are projected to grow 4.9% and 5.1%, respectively.
Miller High Life endorses consumers, and no one else

CHICAGO — It seems that MillerCoors' Miller High Life brand is taking the high road when it comes to pricey endorsement and sponsorship deals.

The brand said that it is positioning itself as the "official beer of you," its drinker. The program will be supported with print, TV, radio and online advertising, as well as point-of-sale and public relations efforts, the company said.