International Fresh Produce Association’s (IFPA) VP of Membership Engagement and Sales Anthony Barbieri has announced his retirement, effective Dec. 31, after decades in the industry. IFPA’s Megan Nash, current director of education and talent, will become VP of membership engagement and business development on Jan. 1, reporting to Miriam Wolk, chief membership officer at IFPA. […]
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AGA Holds 2025 Food Industry Finest Awards Luncheon
The Alabama Grocers Association (AGA) celebrated the state’s grocery industry during the 2025 Food Industry Finest Awards Luncheon in Birmingham, honoring leaders whose work embodies the values, dedication and spirit that define the business. The ceremony featured remarks from Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Rick Pate, who highlighted the vital role grocers play in feeding […]
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NACS Show Attendance Sets New Record In Chicago
For the third consecutive year, the NACS Show set an attendance record for its respective host city, following then-best crowds in Atlanta (2023) and Las Vegas (2024). Overall, 25,136 attendees from 73 countries experienced four days of education and networking at the 2025 NACS Show, which took place Oct. 14-17 in Chicago. Expo delivers new […]
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NFRA First Penguin Leadership Program Marks Milestone Year
The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) concluded its First Penguin Next Generation Leadership Program, a year-long initiative that equipped 30 rising professionals from across the frozen and refrigerated supply chain with leadership training, industry insight and cross-company collaboration. Launched in January, the program was designed to fast-track leadership development and create space for […]
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Wisconsin Grocers Association Celebrates 2025 Award Winners
Wisconsin Grocers Association closed out the 2025 Innovation Expo on Sept. 30 with an awards banquet to celebrate the WGA Award Winners at the Wilderness in Wisconsin Dells. The WGA Awards consists of four categories – Community Service, Excellence in Operations, Vendor of the Year and Grocer of the Year. There can be multiple winners […]
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NGA Honors Bedoya With Spirit Of America Award
The National Grocers Association (NGA) recognized Alvaro Bedoya with its Spirit of America Award at the Executive Conference and Public Policy Summit in Washington, D.C. “I’m proud to recognize former Federal Trade Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya with this award to recognize not only someone who has shaped policy that has benefited independent grocers throughout the country […]
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AFFI Calls On FDA, USDA To Delay Regulatory Definition For Ultra-Processed Foods
In response to a request for information to help define “ultra-processed foods,” the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) submitted comments to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). AFFI urged the agencies to not issue a proposed definition for UPFs at this moment, adding that classifying foods based on […]
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Food Industry Associations Urge Congress To End Government Shutdown
The National Grocers Association (NGA), FMI – The Food Industry Association, the Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association and the Wisconsin Grocers Association are urging Congress and local congressional delegations to take immediate action to reopen the federal government and prevent disruptions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). National Grocers Association “With funding for access to […]