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Lindemanns of Pine River Cheese Spread Honored by Cheese Association

Phil and Mary Lindemann of Pine River Cheese Spread were recently honored with the Lifetime Membership Award from the Eastern Wisconsin Cheesemakers and Buttermakers Association.

Each year, the organization honors a member that goes above and beyond in their dedication and unselfish service to the Cheese and Dairy Industry.

Lindemanns have  more than 40 years of hard work growing their business and promoting their award-winning cheese spreads across the country.

“We’re so honored to be accepting this award,” said Mary Lindemann, marketing director. “When we think back on our career, every person in the room tonight made an impact on us and our business. It was special to be able to celebrate our success with them.”

The celebrations will continue into 2023, when Pine River celebrates its 60th anniversary.

“My dad would be so proud to see how the company has grown since he founded it in 1963,” said Phil Lindemann, CEO. “Today, we are the Most Awarded Cheese Spread in the World. It doesn’t get much better than that.”

The Lindemanns received the award at the 28th Annual Convention held in Menasha, Wis., on Nov. 2.

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ASAP.com, Unilever Form Partnership for Ice Cream Products

ASAP.com, the on-demand delivery brand for Waitr Holdings Inc. reached a national partnership with Unilever, one of the world’s leading suppliers of ice cream products, including Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, Good Humor, Magnum ice cream and more.

The agreement calls for ASAP.com to deliver frozen treats to its consumers. Unilever will coordinate with ASAP’s existing restaurant partners to help add ice cream to their menus. The partnership provides new options for customers, as well as a new revenue stream for restaurants.

ASAP will also deliver from The Ice Cream Shop, Unilever’s virtual storefront, featuring fan-favorite products from beloved ice cream brands Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, Magnum ice cream and Talenti. Customers can order from The Ice Cream Shop at more than 2,000 locations across the country, including the New York Tri-State Area, where ASAP just debuted.

“Adding the top ice cream brands to the ASAP platform will be a tasty treat for our loyal customers,” said Carl Grimstad, CEO and chairman of the board of ASAP, Inc. “And going into partnership with Unilever is another high-profile implementation of our new business model to ‘deliver anything’ to consumers, same day, from any type of business.”

“We are thrilled to begin this partnership with ASAP as Unilever continues to expand the many ways customers across the country can enjoy our frozen treats,” said Russel Lilly, general manager, North American Ice Cream. “It’s not only exciting to further grow The Ice Cream Shop’s customer base with ASAP, but we are also honored to build out restaurant partners’ menus with our variety of offerings to bring something sweet to every customer.”

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Tillamook Auction on eBay Raises Money to Help Farmers

A VW truck is among theitems in Tallmook auction for farmersTillamook is one of the best-loved brands in cheese. Imagine putting a fridge full of Tillamook cheese in your kitchen, knowing you’re helping farmers in a Tillamook auction.

Tillamook County Creamery Association – a 113-year-old farmer-led and owned dairy co-operative – has launched its 2022 All For Farmers initiative. All For Farmers is devoted to preserving farmland, assisting farmers in financial need, and supporting the overall future of farming. Now in its third year, funds generated by the TCCA All For Farmers initiative have been used to help permanently protect more than 10,000 acres of farmland nationwide.

The 2022 edition of All For Farmers will feature a one-of-a-kind virtual auction including a range of never-before-offered items and exclusive experiences. All proceeds from the auction will be donated directly to American Farmland Trust – a national non-profit dedicated to preserving farmland and helping farmers thrive. The All For Farmers Auction bidding is open until Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m. EDT/4 p.m. PDT on eBay.

Auction items:

  • Two girls pose to illustrate Tillamook auction All for Farmers Night at the CreameryNight at the Tillamook Creamery – Pack up the sleeping bags and pick 24 besties for an exclusive, first-time-ever overnight at the Creamery in the heart of Tillamook County near the beautiful Oregon Coast. TCCA will provide dinner, dessert, snacks, breakfast, and specially curated activities and swag for the whole crew. Opening bid: $1,500.

  • 1962 Volkswagen Type 2 Double Cab Tillamook-Branded Bus – Turn heads when rolling through town in this one-of-a-kind restored, vintage VW pick-up – a retired member of the iconic TCCA “Yum Bus” fleet. Ideal for the auto enthusiast or those looking for a cute classic to cruise to the farmers market, this truck is sure to bring a smile to the streets. Opening bid: $20,000.

  • Summer Weekend Stay at Maine’s Turner Farm– A two-night stay for four at the Turner Farm Guest House in picturesque North Haven, Maine. This relaxing weekend away includes farm-to-table culinary experiences, exploring the nature preserve and scenic views, and private beach and dock access. Opening bid: $450.

  • Tillamook auctionSMEG Fridge Stocked With Tillamook Cheddar – A true super fan needs a special fridge just for cheese. This Orange mini SMEG fridge is fully stocked and packed with 15 pounds of assorted Tillamook cheeses, just in time for the holidays ahead. Opening bid: $250.

  • 2012 Maker’s Reserve Mother Loaf – Aged for a decade, this 40-pound block is TCCA’s longest-aged cheddar, and the sharpest, boldest, biggest block ever released. This one-of-a-kind Mother Loaf is the perfect secret weapon for everything from holiday hosting to decadent snacking. Opening bid: $150.

  • A Year’s Worth of Groceries from Giant Food – For food lovers in the mid-Atlantic: the chance to win a year’s worth of groceries from Giant Food – you read that right. Auction item contains 52 gift cards with $100 value each that can be redeemed at any Giant Food store within Delaware, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Opening bid: $500.

The TCCA All For Farmers initiative benefits AFT and its Brighter Future Fund grant program. Since the Brighter Future Fund’s creation in 2020, TCCA and AFT’s partnership has generated $3.2 million for AFT efforts to support farmers from coast-to-coast through fund-raising efforts and direct corporate giving. In turn, the AFT Brighter Future Fund has helped 330 farmers in more than 44 states and Puerto Rico, including many that are under-served in agriculture, such as farmers of color, female, and LGBTQ+ farmers.

“As a farmer-owned co-op and a Certified B Corporation® (B Corp™), TCCA is dedicated to being a force for good in the world,” said Jocelyn Bridson, Director of Environment & Community Impact at TCCA. “Doing right by the cows and farms, people and products, and for the community and the environment is not just about staying true to our core values, it’s about supporting farms and underrepresented farmers across the country to do the same, for generations to come.”

Visitors at the Tillamook Creamery can also support the initiative, with the option to round up and donate to AFT on every purchase made. Direct donations to the AFT Brighter Future Fund can also be made at AllForFarmers.com

“American Farmland Trust is grateful for the generous support from Tillamook and our brand partners,” said Ryan Lauer, Director of Corporate Partnerships at AFT. “The proceeds from these fantastic auction items will enable marginalized farmers across the US to build resiliency, access land, and improve farm viability.”

Auction items are available for viewing now at ebay.com/AllForFarmersAuction. To learn more about the issues that farmers face and to read stories about farmers who have been supported by the All For Farmers campaign and the Brighter Future Fund, visit AllForFarmers.com.

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