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Whole Foods Market Celebrates Supplier All-Stars

Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market has named the recipients of its annual Supplier All-Star Awards, recognizing 16 brands aligned with the grocer’s core values. This year’s recipients represent an array of emerging and established brands that have made a mark during their two to 30 years on the retailer’s shelves. They include Acme Smoked Fish […]

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The Save Mart Companies Rolls Out Price Reduction Campaign

California-based The Save Mart Companies is lowering prices on more than 4,000 items in Save Mart and Lucky stores throughout California and Nevada. From farm-fresh avocados and bananas to chicken breasts, ground beef, bread, pasta and household staples like name-brand toothpaste and laundry detergent, the initiative is focused on easing expenses for families while redefining […]

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Sprouts Awards $250K In Grants To Support Youth Culinary Education

The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation has awarded $250,000 in Get Kids Cooking grants to support youth culinary education programs. An estimated 7,000 students at 25 schools nationwide will participate in the program. “Hands-on experiences preparing fresh snacks and meals help kids build real skills and a positive connection with healthy eating,” said Lyndsey Waugh, executive […]

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Grocery Industry Reacts To SNAP Waiver Requests Across The U.S.

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Indiana Gov. Mike Braun have submitted Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) waiver requests to the U.S. Department of Agriculture with the aim of banning the purchase of soft drinks and candy with the benefits. State governors can ask for a waiver from certain requirements of the SNAP program. “Banning […]

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Save Mart Is Official Partner Of San Joaquin Asparagus Festival

Save Mart will serve as an official partner of the 39th annual San Joaquin Asparagus Festival, taking place April 11-13 at the fairgrounds in San Joaquin County, California. The community event draws large crowds each year in celebration of spring, with local fresh produce, vendors, live music, carnival rides, a petting zoo and family fun. […]

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Walmart Highlights Business Strategy Focused On Driving Growth

Walmart hosted its Investment Community meeting April 9, with leadership highlighting the strength of the company’s business operations and strategy. Doug McMillon, president and CEO, Walmart Inc., expressed confidence in the company’s ability to navigate against a more fluid backdrop, given improved business flexibility and profit diversification. He emphasized the retailer’s resilience, having successfully managed […]

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Fresh Thyme Market Adds Natural Product Advisor Certification For Employees

In partnership with Alive Academy, Fresh Thyme Market has launched a custom accredited retailer education certification program designed to enhance employee knowledge in the vitamin, supplement and body care category. “Providing our customers with an elevated shopping experience starts with our incredible team,” said Fresh Thyme President Liz Zolcak. “Through our partnership with Alive Publishing […]