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Articles:Wild Delight® Golden® Finch | OSHA's SHARP Award | Director of Sales Paul Stefanic | 2008 New Retailer Of The Year | 2008 Multi-Store Retailer of the Year | 2008 Independent Retailer Of The Year | 2008 Distributor of the Year | 2008 Broker of the Year | Special Accounts Manager Chris Braddock | Less Mess™ Line Earns Best Bird Food Honors | Less Mess Cardinal Food | Suet Revolution | Take your Child to Work Day | 2006 Broker of the Year | 2006 Independent Retailer of the Year | 2006 Salesperson of the Year | 2006 Distributor of the Year | 2006 Multi-Store Retailer of the Year | MNDEED Commendation | MNSHARP Re-certification | Happiest Birds In Town | WBFI Quality Standards Recognition | Redefining Pet Food | Compliance Award | Avian Influenza | New TropikTreet™ Packaging | New Blocks & Feeder | Finch Socks In A Box | Western District Sales Manager Appointed | National Accounts Manager Promotion | 13.5lb Cardinal Pail | D & D Commodities Ltd. Recognized | Ferret Treat Pouch | Red Hot Retail Display Box | Project Wildbird Launched
D & D Commodities Ltd. announces Wild Delight® Golden® Finch to the Advanced Formula® line
Stephen, MN, based D & D Commodities Ltd., makers of Wild Delight® Premium Nutrition for Outdoor Pets, is pleased to announce the addition of Wild Delight® Golden® Finch to the Advanced Formula® line. Wild Delight® Special Finch™ has long been D & D Commodities Ltd. most popular blend for finches containing their two most desired seeds: Nyjer® and Fine Sunflower Chips. Golden® Finch takes this successful combination one step further with the addition of Golden Hulled Millet. The #1 finch to attract is the American Goldfinch. Retail shoppers will immediately identify the Golden Hulled Millet with the color of their most desired finch. And with the industry data continuing to show consumers demanding ease of use and less waste, "Hulled" millet will meet their expectations. Wild Delight® Golden Finch® will be available in a 5 lb. Golden Finch® bag.
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D & D Commodities Ltd. Earns OSHA's "SHARP" Award For The First TimeOn October 14, 2009, Dick Hebert, President, and all employees of D & D Commodities Ltd. located in Greeley, will receive their first SHARP award from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Washington, DC. OSHA's Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program, or SHARP, is the Department of Labor's premier national recognition program for small business safety excellence. D & D Commodities Ltd. will receive three plaques during the award presentation. One plaque is from the Department of Labor, a second plaque from the Colorado State University Consultation Program, and a third plaque for the employees. The new Acting Assistant Secretary of Labor-OSHA, Jordan Barab, signed their SHARP certification followed by letters from Federal OSHA Region VIII, Denver, acknowledging their award and granting OSHA inspection exemption for the company until August 2010. SHARP is difficult to earn and harder to keep as it requires on-site audits and documented, sustained safety performance well above OSHA compliance. There are approximately 1000 active SHARP companies in the entire country and just 45 in Colorado. D & D Commodities Ltd. partnered with Colorado State University's OSHA Consultation Project in 2005 in order to improve their safety and health program and continue to provide a safe workplace for its employees. OSHA's Safety and Health Consultation program is a voluntary and cooperative service between OSHA and small business in all 50 states and territories. That relationship resulted in D & D Commodities Ltd. (Colorado) attaining its first national SHARP recognition. As one of Greeley's long-term businesses, D & D Commodities Ltd. is a leader in the small business sector of northern Colorado. Their success is attributable to management commitment and employee involvement. D & D Commodities Ltd. will be posted on the DOL/OSHA national website (www.osha.gov) under SHARP.
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D & D Commodities Ltd. Welcomes Paul Stefanic As Its Director of Sales, National Accounts.
Paul Stefanic has joined D & D Commodities Ltd. as its Director of Sales, National Accounts. Stefanic will be responsible for promoting D & D Commodities Ltd. products and working with key personnel from major retailers and distributors, including Wal-Mart, Sam's Club, Costco, PETCO and PetSmart. A graduate of Baylor University, Stefanic has spent more than 20 years in the pet industry. He currently resides in Bentonville, Arkansas. "We are very pleased to add Paul to our team," says Mike Wulf, Director of Sales and Marketing at D & D Commodities Ltd. "It definitely reinforces our position as a leader in the pet food industry."
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D & D Commodities Ltd. Names Mills Fleet Farm As Its 2008 New Retailer Of The YearD & D Commodities Ltd. recently honored Mills Fleet Farm as its New Retailer of the Year for 2008. This recognition is given to a retailer that began offering D & D Commodities Ltd. products within the last twelve months and that exhibits outstanding efforts in promoting D & D Commodities Ltd.'s various products. Additionally, its teamwork, communication and participation in D & D Commodities Ltd.'s programs were major factors in this acknowledgment. Purchases and sales were also considered. "Mills Fleet Farm has done a great job in their first year with us," says Mike Wulf, National Sales Manager of D & D Commodities Ltd. "If this is any indication of how powerful this partnership can be, then the sky is the limit."
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D & D Commodities Ltd. Recognizes Orscheln Farm & Home As Its 2008 Multi-Store Retailer of the YearD & D Commodities Ltd. has recognized Orscheln Farm & Home as its 2008 Multi-Store Retailer of the Year. This honor was given to the Missouri-based company as an acknowledgment of its willingness to build brand awareness of D & D Commodities Ltd. products, as well as its support and participation in product promotions and displays. Purchases and sales were also considered. "We have a relationship with Orscheln Farm & Home that exemplifies how a vendor/retailer partnership should be," says Mike Wulf, National Sales Manager of D & D Commodities Ltd. "They've done an outstanding job, and we look forward to continuing this success in the years to come."
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D & D Commodities Ltd. Recognizes Family Center Farm & Home As Its 2008 Independent Retailer Of The YearD & D Commodities Ltd. has announced Family Center Farm & Home as its Independent Retailer of the Year for 2008. This recognition was given to Family Center Farm & Home as an appreciation and acknowledgment of its success in building brand awareness of D & D Commodities Ltd. products and programs. This award also takes into account the independent retailer's efforts in building brand loyalty as well as its involvement in product promotions. Sales and purchases are also considered. "We feel that Family Center Farm & Home is a great example of how a progressive retailer should operate," says Mike Wulf, National Sales Manager of D & D Commodities Ltd. "We enjoy working with them and congratulate them on their success in 2008."
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D & D Commodities Ltd. Names PPI Pet Products, Inc. As Its 2008 Distributor of the YearD & D Commodities Ltd. recently recognized PPI Pet Products, Inc. as its 2008 Distributor of the Year for the company's impressive efforts and participation in D & D Commodities Ltd.'s programs. The Distributor of the Year award also takes into consideration communication, payments and account status, promotion of products and sales. The outstanding performance of the management and sales teams at PPI Pet Products, Inc. was also vital to this recognition. "PPI Pet Products, Inc. has become a valuable partner for us," says Mike Wulf, National Sales Manager of D & D Commodities Ltd. "2008 was an exceptional year, and I think the future is bright as well."
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D & D Commodities Ltd. Names Cherree Theisen Sales Assoc., Inc. As Its 2008 Broker of the YearD & D Commodities Ltd. has recognized Cherree Theisen Sales Assoc., Inc. as its 2008 Broker of the Year for outstanding success in supporting D & D Commodities Ltd.'s various products and programs. Specifically, Cherree Theisen Sales Assoc., Inc. earned this award through outstanding performance in three areas: marketing communication, new business efforts and continued growth in existing business. "We feel that Cherree Theisen Sales Assoc., Inc. is a key element in our continued growth," says Mike Wulf, National Sales Manager of D & D Commodities Ltd. "We greatly appreciate this organization and look forward to a positive relationship with them in the future."
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D & D Commodities Ltd. Welcomes Chris Braddock As Its Newest Special Accounts Manager
Chris Braddock has joined D & D Commodities Ltd. as a Special Accounts Manager. He will work closely with retailers and distributors in the southeastern United States including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. A Kansas City, Missouri, native, Braddock began working in the outdoor pet food industry while attending Truman State University in Kirksville, MO. "We are happy to welcome Chris to the team," says Mike Wulf, National Sales Manager at D & D Commodities Ltd. "His knowledge of the industry makes him a great asset to our customers and our company."
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Wild Delight's® New Less Mess™ Line Earns Best Bird Food Honors
Wild Delight's® new Less Mess™ line of outdoor pet foods was recently honored by Pet Business magazine with a 2008 Industry Recognition Award for Best Bird Food. The four Less Mess™ varieties (Less Mess™ Cardinal Food, Less Mess™ Songbird Food, Less Mess™ Fruit N' Berry™ and Less Mess™ Gourmet) beat out a crowded field of national competitors in all bird food categories, including caged bird mixes. This is the second consecutive year Wild Delight® has been honored with an Industry Recognition Award for Best Bird Food, receiving 2007 honors for its premium, zero-waste outdoor pet food, Deck, Porch N' Patio®. Wild Delight's® Less Mess™ blends are filled with wholesome ingredients – including real fruit and nuts – that the most desirable outdoor pets love. Best of all, they are made without sunflower shells so there's less leftover debris. Finally, Less Mess™ products are formulated to help prevent weed growth under feeders. These mixes are an ideal choice for anyone who wishes to feed outdoor pets without the mess. "We couldn't be happier to accept this award for our Wild Delight® Less Mess™ line," says Mike Wulf, national sales manager at D & D Commodities Ltd. "Research shows that consumers are concerned about outdoor pet foods leaving a mess under their feeders. This line specifically addresses our consumers' demands and puts those concerns to rest. Now people can feed the birds they enjoy so much and maintain a tidy yard at the same time." Return to top 02/04/09 Wild Delight® Introduces Less Mess Cardinal Food!New Less Mess Cardinal Food from Wild Delight® is a fresh, new take on Wild Delight® Cardinal Food. It’s made with the same premium ingredients that cardinals love, but all the shells have been removed, so outdoor pet lovers can enjoy cardinals and other songbirds with less mess left over in their yards! 
Wild Delight® Less Mess Cardinal Food is made with the real fruits (raisins, cherries and cranberries) that desirable birds like cardinals crave, but doesn’t contain filler ingredients like corn, millet or milo that attract less desired birds. Plus, Wild Delight® Less Mess Cardinal Food is an Advanced Formula product, which means it is made from a special blend of premium ingredients selected for their high nutrient content, and is nutritionally fortified to help outdoor pets thrive. Wild Delight® Less Mess Cardinal Food comes in a 4.25 lb. jar that is resealable and easy to pour. This convenient, reclosable jar helps to keep food safe from pests. It can even be kept outside. Return to top Wild Delight® Launches New Suet Products For Outdoor Pets!Wild Delight® is starting a suet revolution with the launch of its innovative new suet products. Wild Delight® suet now includes new flavors such as Deck, Porch N’ Patio™, made from the same recipe as Wild Delight’s® best-selling outdoor pet food of the same name that birds are going crazy for across the country. Wild Delight® suet also features fun, new packages and names like Deck, Porch N’ Patio™ Party, Fruit & Berry Smoothie, Nut N’ Berry® Parfait, Gourmet Goodies and Woodpecker Picnic. 
Wild Delight® suet is made from 100% domestic USDA Food Grade beef tallow. These superior ingredients ensure that birds are kept safe and that Wild Delight® suet won’t melt and make a mess, even when it’s hot! Plus, Wild Delight® suet is an Advanced Formula product. This means it is made from a special blend of premium ingredients selected for their high nutrient content, and is nutritionally fortified to help outdoor pets thrive. In addition, Wild Delight® suet doesn’t contain filler ingredients that birds commonly ignore, such as milo or corn. Return to top Take Your Daughter And Son To Work Day Is A Big Success for D & D Commodities Ltd.D & D Commodities Ltd. recently sponsored Take Your Daughter and Son to Work Day at its plants in Stephen, Minnesota and Greeley, Colorado. Overall, 29 children of D & D Commodities Ltd. employees (ranging in age from 8 to 13 years old) participated in tours of the plants. These kids got a chance to learn firsthand about what their parents do, and some even got to help their mom and dad perform their jobs. Everyone enjoyed a nutritious lunch, and kids also made homemade bird feeders and received a goodie bag, which included toys and a Feathered Friends Activity Book. At the Stephen plant, each kid was given a camera to take pictures with throughout the day. D & D Commodities Ltd. then developed the pictures and gave them to the kids. At the Greeley plant, kids were treated to bird demonstrations by the Northern Colorado Bird Center, who brought a variety of birds for the kids to see and learn about. “We wanted to show kids a bigger picture of what their parents do here at D & D Commodities Ltd.,” says Dick Hebert, owner of D & D Commodities Ltd. “We’re very happy with the turnout and glad that the kids had fun.” D & D Commodities Ltd. produces and sells outdoor pet food as well as food and treats for caged birds and small animals. These products are available across the United States. D & D Commodities Ltd.’s brands include Wild Delight®, L’Avian Plus™ and 3D®. For more information, contact 1-800-543-3308 or visit www.ddcommodities.com. Return to top D & D Commodities Ltd. Recognizes Allied Marketing as the 2006 Broker of the YearD & D Commodities Ltd. has recognized Allied Marketing as its Broker of the Year in 2006 for their outstanding efforts in working with D & D Commodities Ltd.’s various products and programs. In addition, Allied Marketing’s contribution in creating new business and continued growth in existing businesses were key factors instrumental to this recognition. D & D Commodities Ltd. produces and sells outdoor pet food as well as food and treats for caged birds and small animals. These products are available across the United States. D & D Commodities Ltd.’s brands include Wild Delight®, L’Avian Plus™ and 3D®. For more information, contact 1-800-543-3308 or visit www.ddcommodities.com. “We appreciate the Allied Marketing organization and look forward to a long and successful relationship,” says Mike Wulf, National Sales Manager of D & D Commodities Ltd. Return to top D & D Commodities Ltd. Designates Niagara County Produce as the 2006 Independent
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Avian InfluenzaThe Wild Bird Feeding Industry (WBFI) recognizes that consumers are concerned about the H5N1 strain of the Avian Flu. The sheer number of media reports may lead you to the conclusion that a pandemic is unavoidable, yet the facts at this time do not support that theory. To date, there is no record of humans contracting avian influenza from wild birds. Human infections have occurred in people who have been closely associated with infected poultry and waterfowl. The H5N1 strain has not been documented in North America. Consumers are encouraged to continue to enjoy their bird feeding and watching activities, as well as other outdoor activities. WBFI, as well as other North America birding associations and international health care organizations, are closely monitoring the avian flu situation. |
L’Avian Plus™ Introduces All Natural TropikTreet™ for Caged Bird Treats in New, Attention-grabbing, Stand-up Pouches
All natural TropikTreet ™ premium caged bird treats now come in attention-grabbing, re-sealable pouches! TropikTreet™ for Cockatiels, TropikTreet™ for Parrots and TropikTreet™ for Large Parrots all feature a small footprint, making them easy to ship, display and merchandise. Best of all, these convenient new pouches are filled with the same great TropikTreet™ formulas that have made L’Avian Plus™ the industry’s leader in caged bird and animal nutrition. Made with real nuts and real fruit like papaya, pineapple, bananas and more, all natural TropikTreet™ premium caged bird treats are a wholesome delicacy for cockatiels and parrots. In addition, these re-sealable pouches make it easy for consumers to keep their treats fresh. That means more happy birds, and more repeat customers for retailers.
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New Premium Outdoor Pet Food Blocks and Feeder: A New Twist to Feeding Outdoor Pets
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Wild Delight® Introduces Finch Socks In A Box Filled with fast-selling Wild Delight ® Finch Socks, this attention-grabbing yellow box can be placed on an end cap, in high traffic areas, as a back-to-back island or anywhere space is limited. It’s a one-of-a-kind way to display premium Wild Delight ® products. To find out more, contact Wild Delight ® at 1-800-543-3308 or visit www.ddcommodities.com. |
D & D Commodities Ltd. Appoints New Western District Sales Manager
STEPHEN , MN – D & D Commodities Ltd. Ltd. has hired David Van Eecke as its new West Coast District Sales Manager. Van Eecke will be responsible for expanding feed, farm supply, pet and grocery business, and servicing current distributors in the Western United States for Wild Delight ®, L’Avian Plus™ and other branded products. Van Eecke’s sales experience began in 1977. He sold regionally for several national companies, including Totino’s Pizza and Home Depot. He has extensive experience with distributor networks and retailing. D & D Commodities Ltd. manufactures premium foods and treats for caged birds, small animals and wild birds. For more information, call Hal Halliday toll-free @ 1-888-543-3308 or e-mail sales@ddcommodities.com. |
D & D Commodities Ltd. Promotes Hess To National Accounts Manager
STEPHEN, MN – D & D Commodities Ltd. Ltd. has promoted Monte Hess to National Accounts Manager. Responsibilities include expanding sales of branded and private label products to national chains and wholesalers. Hess has been in sales and sales management for 25 years, with companies including Gillette, Mattel and Combe Inc. Most recently, Hess has been working as the Western District Sales Manager for D & D Commodities Ltd. “Monte has learned the outdoor pet food industry very quickly,” says Mike Wulf, D & D Commodities Ltd.’s National Sales Manager. “Our customers value his business experience, and his years working with nationally prominent clients make him the perfect fit for this important job.”
D & D Commodities Ltd. manufactures premium foods and treats for caged birds, small animals and wild birds. For more information, call Hal Halliday
toll-free @ 1-888-543-3308 or e-mail sales@ddcommodities.com.
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Wild Delight® Introduces Cardinal Food In A New 13.5 lb. Pail
Filled with real cherries, nuts and premium seed, this quality recipe from Wild Delight ® will attract cardinals and other highly sought-after birds. This new pail also features a hinged lid, making pouring and storage a snap! Fill your feeders in a convenient new way – try the new 13.5 lb. pail packed with Cardinal Food from Wild Delight ®. For more information regarding Wild Delight ® Cardinal Food in a 13.5 lb. pail, please call 1-800-543-3308 or visit www.wilddelight.com. Return to top |
D & D Commodities Ltd. RecognizedD & D Commodities Ltd. a MNSHARP worksite, recognized Nov. 17 Workplace safety and health representatives from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry ( DLI) will recognize D & D Commodities Ltd. for its achievement as a Minnesota Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (MNSHARP) worksite at noon, Nov. 17, at Hwy. 75 S., Stephen, Minn. MNSHARP is a Minnesota Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MNOSHA) program that recognizes companies where managers and employees work together to develop safety and health programs that go beyond basic compliance with all applicable OSHA standards and result in immediate and long-term prevention of job-related injuries and illnesses. DLI Commissioner Scott Brener will address the company and present the award. "We are pleased to reward D & D Commodities Ltd. for striving toward and achieving MNSHARP status at its worksite," said Scott Brener, Department of Labor and Industry commissioner. "We are excited to reward them for their ongoing efforts to reduce on-the-job injuries and illnesses." To achieve MNSHARP status, D & D Commodities Ltd. worked with MNOSHA Workplace Safety Consultation to assemble a comprehensive safety and health program that includes: management leadership and employee involvement; an allocation of resources to address safety issues; systems that identify and control workplace hazards; and a plan for employee safety training and education. "We are very proud our employees have recognized they can produce premium quality products in a very safe working environment," said Dick Hebert, D & D Commodities Ltd. president. "The preservation and improvement of employee safety is an integral part of our company mission. Without our employees, we simply do not exist. Therefore, we thank them for their commitment and accomplishment. We also thank Workplace Safety Consultation for its knowledge and support, and for allowing D & D Commodities Ltd. to participate in this very important safety program." D & D Commodities Ltd. is a manufacturer of premium nutritional products for caged and wild birds, small animals and other wildlife under various brands and trademarks owned by the company. In addition, D & D Commodities Ltd. provides product formulation, blending and packaging services for many private label and exclusive brand customers. Founded in 1987, the company has grown from a small firm housed in a trailer to a multimillion dollar international corporation with multiple product lines and 90 employees. Commissioner Brener and other DLI representatives will commemorate the company's employee-employer partnership by presenting a MNSHARP flag and a certificate that exempts the company from OSHA Compliance scheduled inspections for one year.
MNSHARP began in Minnesota in 1996. D & D Commodities Ltd. is one of 21 active MNSHARP worksites in Minnesota. For more information about MNSHARP,
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L’Avian Plus™ Introduces New & Improved Premium Ferret Treat In A Convenient Re-sealable Stand-up PouchL’Avian Plus™ introduces its new and improved, all-natural Premium Ferret Treat in an attractive new stand-up pouch that will excite both retailers and consumers. L’Avian Plus™ Premium Ferret Treat’s new re-sealable four-ounce bag features two important improvements: its bright colors and convenient size make it simple to display and merchandise, and its handy, re-sealable opening keeps treats fresh for ferrets and their owners. New and improved L’Avian Plus™ Premium Ferret Treat is an all-natural snack that is packed with chicken and contains Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids from flax seed! This delicious recipe is excellent for happy, healthy ferrets. Ferrets will eat them up and owners will be happy to buy more. For more information regarding L’Avian Plus™ Premium Ferret Treat, please call 1-800-543-3308 or visit www.lavianplus.com. |
Wild Delight® Introduces FREE Red Hot Retail Display Box Retailers asked for a way to display Wild Delight ® products, and now they can have a convenient display box that fits just about anywhere for FREE! The Red Hot Display Box can be placed on an end cap, in high traffic areas, as an island or anywhere space is limited. Customers will dash to it! Not only does this box stand out in a crowd, but it displays premium Wild Delight ® products without the use of pallets! Retailers will also like the space provided for their own custom signage. Wow your customers and increase your profits today with the Wild Delight ® Red Hot Display Box available FREE to Wild Delight ® retailers with a qualifying order! To find out more, contact Wild Delight ® at 1-800-543-3308 or visit www.ddcommodities.com. |
Project Wildbird LaunchedSioux Falls,SD - Which wild bird feed attracts more birds? That’s the question the WBFI Research Foundation seeks to answer throughout a three year, one million dollar study, aptly named Project WILDBIRD. This landmark study is an unprecedented scientific investigation into the feeding habits of wild birds across the United States and Canada. Comprehensive research data generated by the study will provide invaluable insight and guidelines for consumers regarding wild bird feed and feeder-type preferences during all seasons of the year in 13 eco-regions. |
For more information regarding L’Avian Plus™ TropikTreet™ premium caged bird treats, please call 1-800-543-3308 or visit www.lavianplus.com.
Wild Delight ® introduces a new twist to feeding wild birds and wildlife: Wild Delight ® Outdoor Pet Food Blocks and Feeder! These new blocks come in six different flavors: Woodpecker and Wild Bird, Nut N’ Berry ®, Total Cuisine ™, Fruit & Berry, Special Finch Food and Squirrel Food. Each block has a special recipe: some with real fruit, some with real nuts, some with berries and some with all three. Wild Delight ® Outdoor Pet Food Blocks provide an opportunity for distributors and retailers to sell an array of products for all types of wild birds and wildlife.
Wild Delight ® Premium Outdoor Pet Food is helping you grab customers’ attention with Wild Delight ® ’s new “Finch Socks in a Box.” This bright yellow display box is easy to assemble and fits virtually anywhere.
Wild Delight ® Cardinal Food is now available in a new 13.5 lb. refillable pail. This new size is designed to make Wild Delight ® easier to carry, stack and store. In addition, this pail is made of super-durable clear plastic, which decreases spoilage and keeps the premium Wild Delight ® product fresh. To top it off, this pail includes a $3.00 off coupon (good toward a 15 lb. bag of Wild Delight ® Cardinal Food) and a comprehensive product guide. This consumer guide contains essential information regarding Wild Delight ® products and tips on feeding and enjoying wild birds and backyard wildlife.
Wild Delight ® Premium Outdoor Pet Food is helping retailers grab customers’ attention with the new Wild Delight ® Red Hot Display Box. Retailers, increase your profits with this eye-catching, bright red display box! It measures two feet wide by forty-two inches high by twenty inches deep and will have your customers running from all ends of the store to your new display. Best of all, it’s FREE with a qualifying purchase.
