From May 15-21, New Seasons Market hosted its annual Nourish Our Neighbors Match (previously known as Hunger Relief Match), benefitting 10 local nonprofits that provide food equity and access. The Portland, Oregon-based grocer matched customer donations throughout the week, aiming to double each dollar collected. “Addressing the root causes of food insecurity and a lack of […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Feature, Hy-Vee, Meijer, Midwest, The Kroger Co.
How Grocery Retailing Differs Throughout Midwest
by Diana Leza Sheehan, founder and principal consultant, PDG Insights The Midwest has a fascinating history that has helped to shape one of the more unique grocery landscapes in the United States. While national chains such as Walmart and Kroger hold significant weight, the region boasts a strong presence of regional powerhouses and a distinct consumer […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Amazon Fresh, Corporate Store News, Northeast, UNFI, Whole Foods
UNFI Extends Distribution Partnership With Whole Foods Market
United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) has extended its wholesale grocery distribution partnership with Whole Foods Market, an affiliate of Amazon.com, by entering into an extension of the current distribution agreement. The term of the extended distribution agreement between the parties will run through May 2032, replacing the prior agreement that was set to expire in […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Corporate Store News, Northeast
Walmart Opens High Tech FC In Greencastle, PA
Walmart recently celebrated the grand opening of a new 1.5 million-square-foot fulfillment center 10 miles north of Hagerstown, Maryland, located at 1915 Ebberts Spring Court in Greencastle, Pennsylvania. This next generation facility will enable the retailer to fulfill more orders, more quickly. Company associates were joined by local elected officials and community members to mark […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Amazon Fresh, National, Whole Foods
Thrive Market Hires Lane As Chief Merchandising Officer
Thrive Market has named April Lane its chief merchandising officer, bringing decades of e-commerce experience to her role. As the chief merchandising officer, Lane will be responsible for the site’s merchandising, which spans food, home, health and beauty. She will also manage the Food Safety and Quality (FSQA) team, which oversees food quality, safety and regulatory […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Honors Employees At Annual Meeting
The Giant Company celebrated the achievements of its team members on May 9 at its annual business meeting. Twelve awards were presented recognizing the recipients’ commitment to the company and their efforts to connect families for a better future over the past year. “The dedication of our team members to serving families and making a […]
Posted inGiant Food, Corporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food, Local Artists Partner On Community Bag Program
Giant Food has teamed up with four artists from Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia and Delaware to create reusable bags that represent each artist’s local community. As part of Giant’s Community Bag Program, for every $2.75 reusable bag purchased, Giant donates $1 donated to a local nonprofit. Throughout May, each of the artists chose a local nonprofit to receive the […]
Posted inNortheast, Corporate Store News, Online Grocery Technology, Tops Friendly Markets
Birdzi To Enhance Shopper Communications For Tops Friendly Markets
Northeast Grocery Inc. (NGI), the parent company of Tops Friendly Markets, has selected Birdzi’s personalization and analytics platform to enhance customer connections at all 148 Tops locations in New York, Pennsylvania and Vermont. Once fully implemented, shoppers will benefit from individualized emails and unique promotional offers, made possible by Birdzi’s approach to AI-driven personalization. NGI’s […]