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National Fisheries Institute, IBM Food Trust partner to increase seafood transparency

IBM’s system ensures companies can set rules about who can see the data they upload, for how long and that they maintain control of their data even after it has been uploaded to Food Trust.
June 14, 2019
The National Fisheries Institute (NFI), Washington, D.C., announced plans to work with IBM’s Food Trust, a blockchain-enabled system, to begin a comprehensive seafood supply chain traceability pilot program.
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Loblaw partners with Microsoft to unlock opportunities in AI, machine learning, cloud-based solutions

Loblaw will integrate Microsoft’s AI technology within its PC Optimum loyalty program to match member customers with better deals and offers based on their online preferences.
June 14, 2019
Loblaw, Canada, partnered with Microsoft Corp., Redmond, Calif., to unlock new opportunities with artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, data mining and cloud-based solutions to redefine retail operations and help its workforce prepare for the future.
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CHEP launches zero waste initiative in North America

CHEP looks to expand the initiative to multi-company coalitions and open innovation events in which supply chain experts can discuss sustainability topics ranging from reverse logistics to shared transportation solutions to data-driven approaches.
June 14, 2019
CHEP, an Atlanta-based Brambles company, announced a new initiative called Zero Waste World, which brings together leading retailers and manufacturers to create smarter and more sustainable supply chains.
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Lactalis Group to acquire Nuova Castelli

Nuova Castelli specializes in the production and distribution of dairy products.
June 14, 2019
Lactalis Group, France, announced plans to acquire Nuova Castelli S.p.A., Italy, 80% of which is held by the British investment fund Chartherhouse Capital Partner.
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Jackson Mitchell Holdings acquires Little Giant Farmer's Market

Little Giant Farmers Market will continue to operate under the current corporate structure.
June 14, 2019
Jackson Mitchell Holdings, Inc., Atlanta, acquired Little Giant Farmers Market Corp., a Jonesboro, Ga.-based farm-fresh produce supermarket that operates five grocery stores in Georgia.
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