Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Hormel Black Label Bacon Reunite
Bold taste meets breakfast tradition as Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Hormel Black Label bacon reunite for another irresistible collaboration: Cinnamon Toast Crunch Hormel Black Label Bacon Flavored Cereal. *
Following last year’s buzzworthy debut of the Hormel Black Label Cinnamon Toast Crunch Flavored Thick Cut Bacon, currently available at select retailers nationwide, this sizzling sequel is flipping the script at the breakfast table. Infused with the smoky flavor of Hormel Black Label Bacon and blasted with Cinnadust, this limited-edition cereal delivers savory satisfaction with every crunchy bite, making it perfect for breakfast or snacking.
“This collaboration is rewriting the rules of breakfast,” said Brandon Tyrrell, Senior Marketing Manager at General Mills. “Bringing these two iconic breakfast staples and irresistible flavors together gives our fans even more reasons why they Must Cinnadust.”
“After seeing the fan response to last year’s collaboration, we knew we had to bring these two breakfast icons back together,” said Aly Sill, Senior Brand Manager at Hormel Foods. “We’re shaking up the way bacon fits into daily routines, and we can’t wait for consumers to experience it.”
Each specially designed 6-ounce pouch is adorned with Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cinnaswirls and the inspired flavor of Hormel Black Label Bacon, uniting the signature branding of both household names for one unforgettable breakfast experience.
Starting Tuesday, July 8, fans can snag a pouch of Cinnamon Toast Crunch Hormel Black Label Bacon Flavored Cereal for $5.84, available exclusively at Walmart.com, while supplies last.
*Made with artificial bacon flavor
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One Banana Celebrates Walmart TRUST Award
One Banana, a family-owned, vertically integrated company committed to the responsible production of high-quality bananas and natural ingredients, has been recognized by Walmart under its prestigious TRUST Award. The recognition was presented during the Produce Growth Forum held in Bentonville, Ark., and highlights One Banana’s leadership in delivering fresh, safe, and sustainably grown bananas, while advancing food safety, regenerative agriculture, and customer-focused innovation.
This honor builds on One Banana’s long-standing track record of excellence, including being named Supplier of the Year in 2013, a finalist in 2015, and recognized as Giga Gurú in Walmart’s Gigaton Project in 2023 and 2024—an initiative celebrating suppliers advancing emissions reduction and sustainability innovation.
“Being recognized once again by Walmart is a true honor, and a reflection of our commitment to doing things right,” said Rob Adams, President of One Banana. “We are proud to be part of the select group of suppliers that, year after year, stand out for their good practices. This recognition validates our main purpose: to create change for the better, One Banana at a time.”
A Shared Commitment to Regeneration and Innovation
Walmart commended One Banana’s integrated approach to sustainability, which includes:
- Pollinator Conservation: Through the Bee One for Change initiative, One Banana has established Macro-Sanctuaries that protect and conserve native bee species, directly supporting pollination and biodiversity on farms as part of a regenerative agriculture model.
- Maximizing Resources and Upcycled Innovation: One Banana maximizes the value of its harvest by reducing food waste. At its Natural Ingredients Processing Plant, surplus bananas—sustainably grown on certified plantations—are upcycled into high-quality food ingredients, including purée and flakes. In parallel, second-grade fresh bananas—those that fall short of visual appearance standards but remain of excellent quality—are supplied to Walmart’s operations in Guatemala. These actions promote the responsible use of surplus fruit and align with circular economy principles.
- Healthcare Impact: The company’s Human Development Center (HDC) was highlighted for improving health and well-being in rural communities through medical services, nutrition programs, and early childhood development.
With strategically located farms in Guatemala, Ecuador, and Peru, and robust food safety protocols, One Banana ensures a consistent supply of responsibly grown fruit while reinforcing positive impact rooted in trust, responsibility, and long-term value.
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Winn-Dixie Donates $100K to Boys & Girls Clubs Chapters
This summer, Winn-Dixie—together with its charitable arm, the Winn-Dixie Gives Foundation—is taking action to fight food insecurity and uplift local youth with a $100,000 donation to five Boys & Girls Clubs chapters across the Southeast. The contribution is part of the grocer’s annual company-wide initiative to help bridge the meal gap many children face when school cafeterias close for summer break.
Through this impactful effort, each Boys & Girls Clubs chapter will receive $20,000 in support—$10,000 in food donations, including lunches, snack packs and take-home meals for families, and $10,000 in direct funding to help cover children’s memberships, meals and enrichment activities throughout the summer. The initiative is designed to help fund the fun and ensure every child has a nourishing, joy-filled summer.
Anthony Hucker, chairman, president and CEO of Southeastern Grocers, parent company of Winn-Dixie, said, “Summer should be a season of joy, discovery and possibility—not a time when children worry about where their next meal will come from. At Winn-Dixie, we believe every child deserves consistent access to nourishing food and enriching experiences. Through our partnership with local Boys & Girls Clubs, we’re not only helping fill lunch boxes, we’re helping create safe, supportive spaces where kids can thrive, build confidence and make lasting summer memories. This effort reflects our ongoing commitment to being a community champion and a positive force in the local communities we serve.”
Each of the following Boys & Girls Clubs chapters hosts hundreds of children during the summer months and will receive resources to help ensure no child goes without a meal or a moment of joy:
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County
As part of the initiative, Winn-Dixie associates will also roll up their sleeves to support their local Boys & Girls Clubs by unloading food donations, packing nutritious lunch boxes and snack packs and spending meaningful time with the children at each Club.
This hands-on involvement reflects Winn-Dixie’s ongoing commitment to addressing food insecurity throughout the Southeast, particularly during the summer when many families lose access to school-provided meals. According to Boys & Girls Clubs of America, 56% of Club members live in households that qualify for free or reduced-price school lunches, highlighting the vital role community programs play in ensuring children have reliable access to nutritious food. Through ongoing partnerships with local food banks and nonprofit organizations, Winn-Dixie is proud to help nourish its neighbors in the moments they need it most.
For more information on Winn-Dixie’s charitable initiatives, visit www.winndixie.com/community.
Founded in 1925, Winn-Dixie grocery stores and liquor stores serve communities throughout five southeastern states – Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi. Winn-Dixie is a subsidiary of Southeastern Grocers, LLC, an omnichannel retailer serving customers in brick-and-mortar grocery stores and liquor stores, as well as online with convenient grocery delivery throughout the Southeast. For more information, please visit www.winndixie.com and www.segrocers.com.
The Winn-Dixie Gives Foundation is the charitable arm of Winn-Dixie, dedicated to supporting the communities the grocer proudly serves. The Winn-Dixie Gives Foundation focuses on key issues that matter most to its neighbors, including hunger relief, support for military service members and their families, disaster response and championing belonging, inclusion and diversity by addressing social injustices and bridging gaps in equity. The Winn-Dixie Gives Foundation is dedicated to nourishing and enriching communities across the Southeast, creating lasting, positive change and improving the lives of individuals and families.
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