Monthly Archives: October 2017

Pear Bureau Northwest Names Sprouts 2017 Pear Retailer of the Year

October 26, 2017 Kathy Stephenson — No Comments

Portland, Ore.  (October 23, 2017) – Pear Bureau Northwest is excited to present the award for 2017 Pear Retailer of the Year to Sprouts Farmers Markets Produce Warehouse. The award, which was presented on the show floor of the 2017 PMA Fresh Summit in New Orleans on October 21st, is based upon an exemplary record of pear category improvements in merchandising performance and sales increase. 2017 marks the second consecutive year Sprouts has received the honor of Pear Retailer of the Year.  “Sprouts has again done an outstanding job of building their pear category,” stated Kevin Moffitt, Pear Bureau Northwest CEO. “On behalf of nearly…

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Breaking Down Fiber: A National Survey of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Gives Insight into The Nation’s Understanding of Fiber

October 17, 2017 Kathy Stephenson — No Comments

PORTLAND, Ore. – October 17, 2017 – Fiber is considered an under-consumed nutrient and nutrient of public health concern according to the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans1. While the nation’s need for increased fiber intake is well established, education is needed in order for people to better understand fiber and fiber needs.  For an inside look into how registered dietitian nutritionists and the patients, clients and communities they counsel view fiber, Pear Bureau Northwest surveyed over one thousand dietitians from across the nation to tap into a cross-section of their experiences2. In sharing their experiences as they relate to fiber, dietitians…

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PEAR BUREAU NORTHWEST HIRES COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

October 10, 2017 Kathy Stephenson — No Comments

PORTLAND, Ore. – October 10, 2017 – Pear Bureau Northwest is pleased to announce that Neil Ferguson has joined the company as Communications Specialist. Ferguson brings a wide range of experience in communications, social media management, content strategy and journalism to the Pear Bureau Northwest team. Most recently, he handled an array of editorial and marketing responsibilities as Media Content Developer for Coroflot, a respected site aimed at connecting creatives with professional opportunities. Over the past eight years he has also established a reputation as a creative and reliable freelance journalist and editor, among other creative endeavors. His unique cross-section of professional experience…

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