Enactment of the Common Cents Act is “of utmost importance” for grocery shoppers and retailers, FMI’s Christine Pollack said.
Category: Association News
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, Midwest
MRGA To Honor Harter House Supermarkets With Legacy Award
Harter House was founded in 1973 by Jerry and Barbara Bettlach, whose children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren are now involved in the business.
Posted inAssociation News, National, News, Produce News
Produce Expert Joe Watson, VP Of IFDA, Dies
He was known for his relationships across the trade and his regular analysis of fresh produce sales data and consumer trends, IFPA said.
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Featured News, News, West
Affordability Tops Concerns For Grocery Industry In Utah
Working in its favor, the Mountain West state has a strong independent retail sector and rapid population growth.
Posted inProduce News, Association News, News, Southeast
NC Sweetpotatoes In The Running For Coolest Thing Made In NC
North Carolina sweetpotatoes are officially in the running to be named one of the coolest things made in North Carolina. The North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission announced that the crop has been selected among 88 nominees in the NC Chamber’s seventh annual Coolest Thing Made in NC competition, which celebrates products made in the state and […]
Posted inNews, Association News, Produce News, Southeast
SEPC To Unveil GLP-1 Findings At Southern Innovations
This year’s study draws on 1,500 consumers, along with an additional sample of 150 medication users.
Posted inAssociation News, Independent Store News, Midwest, News
WGA Names Harrington 2026 Wisconsin Grocer Of The Year
Michelle Harrington serves as president of Albrecht’s Sentry Market, which her parents founded in 1994.
Posted inPharmacy, Association News, News, Northeast
PFMA Names Wakefern’s Patel Chair Of Pharmacy Council
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association named Harshil Patel, director of Wakefern Food Corp.’s Pharmacy Division, as the new chair of the PFMA Pharmacy Council. In this role, Patel will guide the council’s efforts in navigating healthcare regulations, advocating for retail pharmacy priorities across Pennsylvania and advancing policy initiatives that support grocery pharmacies and the communities […]
Posted inAssociation News, National, News, Produce News
Produce Industry Leaders To Talk Workforce At FPFC Showcase
A panel at the FPFC Produce and Floral Holiday Showcase, Aug. 26-27 in Costa Mesa, will examine career pathways and the produce talent pipeline.
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, Featured News, News, West
Bonilla Named President, CEO Of California Grocers Association
Susan Bonilla, a former state lawmaker, will take the helm Nov. 2 following the retirement of longtime leader Ron Fong.
Posted inAssociation News, Featured News, Midwest, News
Wisconsin Grocers Association Honors Industry Leaders
The organization recognized grocer Michelle Harrington and vendor Lipari Foods during its 2026 Awards Banquet.
Posted inAssociation News, Featured News, Finance News, National, News
Common Cents Act: 4 Things Grocers Should Know About Nickel Rounding
With the Common Cents Act moving through Congress, retailers are gaining legal authority to round cash transactions to the nearest nickel. Retail technology provider Ravyx offers insights on what grocers should know.
Posted inFrozen Food, Association News, National, News
Weis, Rouses Among Multiple-Gold Winners In Golden Penguin Awards
The awards recognize marketing programs that elevate consumer awareness, drive category growth and promote the value of frozen foods.
Posted inSpecialty, Aisle Watch, Association News, National, News
Top Trends From 2026 Summer Fancy Food Show Revealed
The panelists covered a lot of ground at the show to identify these six trends driving the specialty food business today.
Posted inAssociation News, Featured News, National, News
Winn-Dixie, Giant, Yasso Earn Top Honors In FMI Community Uplift Awards
The awards recognize food retailers, manufacturers and industry partners for their efforts to strengthen communities and improve lives.
Posted inAssociation News, Featured News, West
UFIA Inducts Hymas Into Hall Of Fame At Annual Conference
Scott Hymas, recently retired president and CEO of Terrel’s, spent five decades in the grocery industry.
Posted inProduce News, Association News, Featured News, National, News
IFPA Names 2027 Board Slate To Be Installed At October Show
Chair-Elect Elyse Lipman, CEO of Lipman Family Farms, will lead the International Fresh Produce Association board in 2027.
Posted inAssociation News, Bakery News, Dairy News, Deli News, Executive News, Featured News, National, News
New IDDBA President And CEO To Be Installed Sept. 8
Paul Ziemnisky joins the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association following five years with Dairy Management Inc.
Posted inAssociation News, Featured News, News, Southeast
CFIC Convention Draws Crowd To Myrtle Beach; New President Installed
More than 1,400 grocery industry representatives traveled to CFIC’s 22nd annual convention.
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Association News, Featured News, Lipari Foods, Midwest, News
Lipari Foods Named 2026 WGA Vendor Of The Year
The award recognizes vendors that go beyond sales and product delivery to help WGA members grow, innovate and succeed.