The grocery retail landscape in the western United States is as diverse and dynamic as the region itself. Across states, we find one of the most varied geographic landscapes in the country. The region presents a diverse range of climates and terrains, from deserts throughout Arizona, Nevada and California to rainforests in Washington and Alaska. […]
Category: Store News
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Retailer of the Year, Wakefern
Wakefern – Powering Success Of Membership For Nearly Eight Decades
Wakefern President Mike Stigers took to the stage Oct. 17 at the Hilton in Parsippany, New Jersey, for Wakefern Food Corp.’s Annual Meeting. In the ballroom audience and tuning in virtually were thousands of retail and corporate team members who came together to hear important business updates from leadership and plans for the next year. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Southwest
Brookshire Brothers Adds Birdzi To Provide Personalized Shopping Experiences
Brookshire Brothers, an employee-owned regional grocery chain based in Texas, will use Birdzi’s personalization and analytics capabilities to deliver tailored shopping experiences and promotions to shoppers while gathering customer insights. Brookshire Brothers, operating seven retail brands from contemporary grocery stores and convenience-supermarket hybrids to traditional convenience stores, will implement Birdzi’s VISPER solution to deliver personalized […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, National, The Kroger Co.
Albertsons Suing Kroger For Breach Of Merger Agreement
Albertsons has terminated its merger agreement with The Kroger Co. and filed suit against the grocer for breaching its agreement following a Dec. 10 ruling from the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon. The court granted the Federal Trade Commission’s request for a preliminary injunction to prevent The Kroger Co. from acquiring Albertsons Companies. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Corporate Store News, National
Grocers, Supermarkets Celebrate Holidays With Community Initiatives
Grocers and supermarkets across the nation are embracing the holiday spirit by holding a variety of charitable giving initiatives. From food and toy drives to partnering with local organizations, these retailers are spreading cheer and making an impact on their communities. Some also are offering a variety of special deals and promotions on holiday essentials. […]
Posted inProduce News, Corporate Store News, National
Ahold Delhaize USA, Campbell’s Begin Potato Program To Reduce Emissions
In collaboration with The Campbell’s Co., Ahold Delhaize USA has begun a pilot program that will help potato farms implement regenerative farming techniques to create more resilient agricultural systems and reduce carbon emissions through soil health practices and other opportunities. The initiative covers 1,000 acres across three farms in Michigan, New York and North Carolina, […]
Posted inAssociation News, IGA, Independent Store News, National
IGA Acquires Inmar’s Scanner Applications Co.
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has acquired Inmar’s Scanner Applications, a performance-based media company that sets up scanned-based retail promotions, adjudicates claims and provides analytics and fraud control. According to IGA, the goal of the acquisition is to make it easier, less expensive and more efficient for independent retailers to execute promotions in their stores. […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer Expands Home Delivery Range To Hour Radius Of Stores
Meijer has expanded its home delivery service area, tripling its range from an approximate 20-minute radius of stores to an hour. The extended delivery zone makes the service available to nearly four million additional households in rural and urban areas across the Midwest, with items delivered in about three hours. “We heard from many customers […]