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TechCrunch
30-05-2025
- Business
- TechCrunch
Grocery platform Misfits Market acquires The Rounds to further its mission of reducing food waste
Misfits Market, the online platform that delivers imperfect groceries to help minimize waste, announced the acquisition of household restocking service The Rounds on Friday. As a result of the deal, Misfits Market plans to take on over 250 items from The Rounds' inventory. This allows the company to diversify into additional categories, such as household items, including cleaning supplies and paper products. In a bid to transition The Rounds customers to Misfits Market, the company is offering a $30 credit, along with a complimentary one-year subscription to its new Misfits+ membership, which includes exclusive weekly deals and free shipping. The company declined to disclose the terms of the deal. It also couldn't confirm whether layoffs would be part of the acquisition, as decisions are still being finalized. The Rounds has raised a total of $66 million from investors such as Andrew Chen (Andreessen Horowitz), Annie Kadavy (Redpoint Ventures), Construct Capital, and First Round Capital. Along with diversifying its offerings, the deal will allow Misfits Market to collaborate with former partners from The Rounds, including major multifamily operators such as AvalonBay, Greystar, and Related. Misfits Market also aims to gain a stronger foothold in the industry as a result of the deal. Notably, the company will continue to pursue M&A as part of a broader growth strategy, especially at a time when consumer awareness of food waste and sustainability is on the rise. 'This market is ripe for consolidation, and we are constantly looking at deals,' Misfits Market CEO Abhi Ramesh told TechCrunch. Techcrunch event Save now through June 4 for TechCrunch Sessions: AI Save $300 on your ticket to TC Sessions: AI—and get 50% off a second. Hear from leaders at OpenAI, Anthropic, Khosla Ventures, and more during a full day of expert insights, hands-on workshops, and high-impact networking. These low-rate deals disappear when the doors open on June 5. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you've built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | REGISTER NOW This marks Misfits Market's second acquisition, following its purchase of Imperfect Foods in 2022, another competitor in the market. Misfits Market, founded in 2018, offers produce that has been rejected by farmers and suppliers for being considered too 'ugly' to sell in grocery stores, often due to being too small, oddly shaped, or having discoloration. The Rounds, meanwhile, has offered its sustainable grocery delivery service since 2019 that refills home essentials using reusable packaging. To date, Misfits Market has rescued more than 238 million pounds of food, according to the company. The Rounds has saved over 1 million pounds of packaging waste and estimates to save an average of 500,000 pounds of food each week.
Daily Record
06-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
Keep your oranges 'fresher and juicier' for longer by storing them in this one place
Making these few small changes will mean you get the best out of your oranges. The majority of UK households store oranges in their fruit bowls. As pretty as this may look, experts believe having your oranges exposed to the air and next to other fruit, could actually be doing more harm than good. Oranges are a common staple in British homes and diets due to their health benefits. They are rich in vitamin C which supports a strong immune system and acts as an antioxidant. They also provide fiber, folate, and potassium, contributing to healthy digestion, heart health, and overall well-being. The freshness and juiciness of an orange can reduce rapidly if they are not stored properly. They can be kept at room temperature, out of direct sunlight for a few days, but they 'prefer a cool, dark environment'. If you want to get the best out of your oranges, then you should keep them in the fridge, according to Serious Eats. This can extend their shelf life and keep them juicier and fresher for longer. Riley Davies, a manager at Misfits Market – an online grocer – said that the ideal temperature for citrus fruit is between 40F and 45F (around 4.4C to 7.2C). This is likely colder than the countertop in your kitchen and warmer than the fridge, but the latter is the preferred option. The cool temperature in the fridge slows down the ripening process and inhibits the growth of mould and bacteria. It's best to place them in a mesh bag or keep them loose, allowing for good air circulation. Many people choose to store oranges at room temperature which can make them taste juicer because the natural sugars are more flavourful when not chilled. There's also a widespread belief that citrus fruits don't need to be kept in the fridge but while keeping oranges on the counter is fine for short-term storage of up to about a week, it's not ideal for long-term freshness. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Warm environments can cause the fruit to dry out or spoil more quickly, especially in humid conditions. If you buy oranges in bulk or don't plan to eat them all within a few days, keeping them in the fridge is the smart choice. You could store most of your oranges in the fridge and leave a few out to enjoy over the next couple of days if you don't want to keep them all in there. By changing this one simple storage habit, you could extend the shelf-life and freshness of your oranges without any extra hassle. As much as an orange's juiciness has to do with storage, its quality also hinges on its condition at the time of purchase. For this reason, it's important to first select the right oranges. The freshest kind are usually a bright colour, have thinner skin, and a more solid feel. Cassie Howard, based at Sunkist – a citrus growers cooperative – told Martha Stewart: 'Choose a firm, heavy orange when buying as they tend to be juicier.'
USA Today
28-02-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Small businesses, Black-owned brands and Latinx-run companies to support
Small businesses, Black-owned brands and Latinx-run companies to support Shop small on Feb. 28 at these alternative retailers to the big box outlets. — Recommendations are independently chosen by our editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us and our publishing partners a commission. On Friday, February 28, a consumer-driven movement is set to take place as people across the nation unite to participate in a planned boycott of big box stores. This 24-hour event is meant to shed light on the recent removal of diversity, equity and inclusion programs across major retailers, growing concerns about the negative impacts of large corporations and the importance of supporting small businesses that are the heartbeat of local communities. While consumers are being urged to avoid shopping for the day, if you need to make purchases, there are plenty of alternative retailers to check out. From Black-owned companies and Latinx-run brands to independent businesses that will benefit greatly from your support, discover several top picks below. Shop alternative small businesses on Feb. 28 Misfits Market: Get organic produce and pantry staples that might not necessarily meet traditional standards delivered to your doorstep. Misfits Market aims to help reduce food waste and offer people solid value. Thrive Market: The membership-based platform offers a range of organic and natural products at highly discounted prices, making healthy living accessible and affordable for everyone. Public Goods: Shop sustainably at Public Goods. You'll find accessible, healthy products across food, beauty, cleaning and more. Goldbelly: We all have to eat. Try supporting your local restaurants, grocery stores and shops with help from Goldbelly. Whether you're craving a classic New York bagel or a Texas BBQ feast, Goldbelly can deliver culinary delights right to your doorstep. Get $20 off your first order when you sign up for Goldbelly emails. Etsy: If you're shopping for unique or handcrafted items, Etsy is a great alternative to big stores. You can find discounts across various shops and creators. From custom jewelry to home décor, Etsy offers a vast selection of one-of-a-kind products created by talented artisans. Why is the consumer boycott happening? The economic blackout has been organized because of various claims against big box retailers linked to "corporate greed." The activists behind the February boycott are encouraging consumers to avoid shopping from the companies that have rolled back their diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and President Donald Trump's efforts to eliminate federal DEI programs since taking office. Along with unfair labor practices and environmental impact, big box retailers can harm small, locally-run businesses. A number of different groups of activists have been especially vocal on social media to help give consumers alternative shopping recommendations during the boycott to support local companies. Following the freezes on DEI initiatives, reduced funding for the National Institutes of Health and actions on immigration, Latino Americans have turned to social media to suggesting buying only the essentials and to focus on supporting "Latino American, Black American and Allied American Businesses that are supportive to this movement." Latinx and Black-owned businesses to shop: Kitsch: Colombian-American Cassandra Morales Thurswell created Kitsch to offer the most essential item that everyone is always looking for: a good hair tie. Get the cult-favorite hair tie along with skincare, body care and more. Eberjey: Co-founded by Ali Mejia and Mariela Rovito, Eberjey offers luxurious and beautifully designed, ultra-soft sleepwear and loungewear. Pisqueya: Founded by Maritza Abreu, Pisqueya offers a bold taste of authentic Latin-Caribbean flavors through premium hot sauces and seasonings inspired by her Dominican heritage. Ami Cole: Support Black-owned business Ami Cole get free shipping on all orders of $55 or more and save 10% on your first order, including the best-selling lip oil. Specializing in skincare and makeup for melanin-rich skin, Ami Cole's sale is the perfect opportunity to stock up on your favorite essentials. LØCI: Support the sustainable sneaker brand that first took off on social media. Save 10% on your first order of vegan kicks. Tata Harper Skincare: Shop 100% natural and non-toxic beauty products at the Latinx-owned beauty brand. Founder Tata Harper is a Colombian native, where she first found her passion for skincare and beauty. Nude Barre: You'll find a range of different types of flesh-toned bodywear and hosiery in 12 shades of nude, designed to match a variety of complexions at Nude Barre. 🌭Costco hot dogs and hot deals: Join today and get a free $20 gift card Alternatively, Reverand Al Sharpton and the National Action Network have held "buy-cotts" to bring supporters to Costco to spend money in support of the company's board of directors, which voted down an effort to drop DEI initiatives. Who is organizing the consumer boycott? The Friday, February 28 economic boycott is organized by John Schwarz, who goes by TheOneCalledJai on Instagram. He founded The People's Union, a grassroots movement dedicated to economic resistance, government accountability and corporate reform. The boycott is in protest of corporate greed and the rollback of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives by big box retailers. Participants are being urged to abstain from all non-essential purchases for 24 hours. 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