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Kelley Rodriguez

Kelley Rodriguez

Kelley Rodriguez is the Editor-in-Chief of Refrigerated & Frozen Foods. An award-winning journalist, she has over 15 years’ experience in writing, editing and content curation, with roles in print, television, radio and digital formats. Kelley holds a journalism degree from Otterbein University and an MLIS from Kent State University, both in Ohio. 

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Frozen & Refrigerated Meal Kits

Kits, Convenience Foods Making Mealtime Easier

Kelley Rodriguez
Kelley Rodriguez
November 20, 2023

Fresh and frozen meal kits and convenient sides and snacks are changing the way we cook dinner and creating new opportunities for food manufacturers and processors.


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Hot Cities for Cold Storage: Long Beach

Hot Cities for Cold Storage: Long Beach

Kelley Rodriguez
Kelley Rodriguez
November 17, 2023

As the premier U.S. gateway for trans-Pacific trade, the Port of Long Beach handles $200 billion in trade annually, including beef, pork, citrus fruits, grapes, stone fruit and cheese.


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Cold Corner

Congratulations to SunOpta, R&FF’s 2023 Processor of the Year

Kelley Rodriguez
Kelley Rodriguez
November 13, 2023

Congratulations to all of the refrigerated and frozen foods processors and manufacturers who were nominated – it was fascinating to read the submissions and learn about the ways companies big and small are innovating and improving.


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2023 R&FF PROCESSOR OF THE YEAR: SunOpta

2023 Processor of the Year: SunOpta

Five decades of fueling the future of plant-based food.
Kelley Rodriguez
Kelley Rodriguez
November 13, 2023

A global pioneer in the sustainable food and beverage industry, SunOpta has achieved consistent growth and deep-rooted success for 50 years.


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AUTOMATION

NewCold Opens First Phase of Record-Setting Indiana Cold Storage Site

The $300 million project is anchored by Conagra Brands.
Kelley Rodriguez
Kelley Rodriguez
November 3, 2023

Climbing over 140 feet, phase one of the Lebanon, Indiana, facility features a capacity of 100,700 industrial pallet positions. 


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Commodities Outlook and Financial Impact of Plant-Based Foods

According to the PBFA, plant-based foods dollar sales grew 6.6% to $8 billion in 2022.
Kelley Rodriguez
Kelley Rodriguez
October 30, 2023

70% of the U.S. population consumes plant-based foods (alternative meats, dairies and plant-based foods), up from 66% one year ago.


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Yelloh Opens Frozen Food Distribution Network via New Partner Picks Program

Omaha Steaks, two pet food brands among first ‘picks.’
Kelley Rodriguez
Kelley Rodriguez
October 23, 2023

For the first time in its 71-year history, Yelloh, formerly Schwan’s Home Delivery, will carry more than its own frozen foods to homes across America.


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Carbon-Negative Cutlery, Kimchi Fried Rice on the Menu for Foodservice Operators in US Foods’ Fall ‘Scoop’

Majority of two dozen new products featured are frozen and refrigerated foods.
Kelley Rodriguez
Kelley Rodriguez
October 20, 2023

 Two dozen new products are featured in US Foods’ “Fall Scoop,” most of which are frozen and refrigerated foods.


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Foodservice Solutions for Schools & Institutions

Foodservice Solutions for Schools & Institutions

Kelley Rodriguez
Kelley Rodriguez
September 25, 2023

Cold and frozen food processors are innovating to help feed students and staff, while streamlining cafeteria operations.


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PortMiami

Hot Cities for Cold Storage: Miami

Kelley Rodriguez
Kelley Rodriguez
September 18, 2023

PortMiami offers a port tunnel with direct highway access, a national freight rail connection reaching most of the U.S. within four days and a daily link to Latin America and the Caribbean.


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The International Production & Processing Expo is the world's largest annual poultry and egg, meat and animal food industry event of its kind. A wide range of domestic and international decision-makers attend this annual event to find solutions for their business, network with industry colleagues and learn about the latest technological developments and issues facing the industry.

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AFFI-CON 2024

AFFI-CON is the premier business event for frozen food and beverage makers, industry suppliers and logistical partners. It brings together over 500 companies and 1,500+ attendees in a single location, allowing them to meet one-on-one to discuss current and future business opportunities. The focus of this event is networking and getting business done. The average attendee will have 40+ private business meetings that will lay the foundation for their year. If you operate in the frozen food supply chain, AFFI-CON is business imperative!

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