The new packaging no longer has a face but still features an orange background with a similar blue font. Some Uncle Ben’s products will remain on store shelves until they sell out, the brand confirmed to USA TODAY.
Keeping this in view, how is Uncle Ben related to Peter Parker?
Benjamin Franklin Parker, usually referred to as Uncle Ben, is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, usually in association with the superhero Spider-Man. He is the husband of May Parker and the paternal uncle and father figure of Peter Parker.
Hereof, what is going on with Uncle Ben’s rice?
Mars, Incorporated announced on Wednesday that it is changing the name of the brand to Ben’s Original. Uncle Ben’s will now be known as Ben’s Original. Food giant Mars, Incorporated said Wednesday that it is changing the rice brand’s name, which has faced criticism for racial stereotyping.
What is Uncle Ben called now?
Why is Uncle Ben gone?
The change marked “the brand’s next step in its ambition to create a more inclusive future while maintaining its commitment to producing the world’s best rice” said Mars. It comes after frequent accusations of racism against Uncle Ben’s logo – an illustration of a black rice farmer – and name.