The economy in the Lone Star State continues to improve but is hindered by inflation, supply shortages and workforce gaps, according to Gary Huddleston, a grocery industry consultant for the Texas Retailers Association. Independent grocers have the larger challenge as wholesale distribution becomes less reliable compared to larger chains, which have their own dedicated supply […]
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NGA Offers Comments On Proposed WIC Food Package Revisions
The National Grocers Association has provided comments to the U.S. Department of Agriculture on its proposed rule on revisions to food packages in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. In a letter sent Feb. 21 to WIC Administration Chief Allison Post, NGA suggested improvements that could help increase retailer participation, as […]
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IGA, Ideal Launch Media Network For Independent Grocers
Ideal by Design House has announced a marketing agreement with the Independent Grocers Alliance to provide an on-platform and off-platform retail media network, designed for independent retailers. The Ideal retail media network will combine thousands of stores on a single retail media platform. This network is not limited to the IGA family of stores; it’s available to […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Southeast
AGA, Auburn University Partner On Economic Impact Study
The Alabama Grocers Association partnered with Auburn University in 2022 to conduct an economic impact study of the grocery industry in the state. Total grocery industry employment is more than half a million people, with an annual payroll of over $2.5 billion, said Ellie Taylor, president of AGA. Total state tax revenues are more than $1.1 […]
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New Jersey Food Council Releases Digital ‘Green Guidelines’
The New Jersey Food Council has released its “Green Guidelines” to benefit its members and the communities it serves. The digital guidelines educate members about environmentally-friendly initiatives, as well as preserving natural resources and other ways in which food retailers can incorporate effective sustainability programs that benefit all of New Jersey. “As a result of […]
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Special Events Take Center Stage At 2023 NGA Show
The National Grocers Association and Clarion Events have announced the full lineup of special events that will be part of the 2023 NGA Show, to be held Feb. 26-28 at Caesars Forum Convention Center in Las Vegas. This year’s lineup comes complete with experience-enhancing events alongside returning favorites, designed to spark creativity, foster networking and showcase the […]
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NJFC Welcomes Two New Board Members At Annual Meeting
Two new board members were elected Jan. 31 at the New Jersey Food Council’s annual membership meeting as it introduced its 2023 theme: “Beyond Essential.” The board welcomed Todd Ferrera, VP and district manager of food market operations for Wegmans Food Markets, and Pete Contino, store manager of Weis Markets. The NJFC theme for 2023 […]
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NCA Names 2023 Golden And Silver Candy Dish Award Recipients
The National Confectioners Association announced Kevin Jenkins and Sharon Montgomery as the recipients of the 2023 Golden Candy Dish and Silver Candy Dish Awards, respectively. The Candy Dish Awards are presented each year by NCA’s broker community to recognize one broker and one manufacturer who have demonstrated leadership in the fields of confectionery sales, marketing and management. The […]