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Nielsen Global Connect Rolls Out New Analytics Tools

Nielsen Global Connect said it has successfully rolled out its new Retail Pricing Analytics application tools. More than 60 consumer packaged goods (CPG) retailers in the U.S., including Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG), Coborn’s, Smart & Final, ReFuel, Weis Markets and NPC, are powering their strategic pricing decisions through Nielsen’s latest end-to-end pricing and promotion […]

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Nielsen Looks At CPG Dollar Sales Data For Week Ending May 9

The information below, reported by Nielsen, reflects total U.S. in-store measurement, except the total CPG online sales, online department and category break-outs. Unless otherwise noted (where price changes are included), every percentage reflects year-over-year shifts in dollar sales. More details at Nielsen.com microsite: “How Americans Are Shopping During COVID-19” Some key takeaways: At an overall […]

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NACDS Outlines Objectives In Report On Reopening America

To reopen the nation successfully and to suppress future COVID-19 outbreaks, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is urging government actions supporting three key objectives that are crucial for the health of all Americans, and especially for those who are left behind economically and medically. These actions relate directly to testing, contact tracing […]

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Kroger Ends Pandemic Bonuses With $130M Thank You Pay

The Kroger Co. Family of Cos., based in Cincinnati, Ohio, says it will provide a special Thank You Pay to hourly frontline grocery, supply chain, manufacturing, pharmacy and call center associates to acknowledge their dedication to maintaining safe, clean and stocked stores.  “Our associates have been instrumental in feeding America while also helping to flatten […]

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NJFC’s Doherty, NJ Food Industry Leaders Named To Governor’s Council

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has named New Jersey Food Council (NJFC) President and CEO Linda Doherty to the Governor’s Restart and Recovery Advisory Council as the state’s nine major industries kick-start the economy this week. “As we take the nascent steps needed to return to economic vibrancy, I am eager to highlight the perspective […]

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Walmart Will Issue Another Round Of Employee Bonuses

Walmart says it will provide another special cash bonus for all U.S. hourly associates to recognize them for their  contributions to communities across the country during the coronavirus pandemic. This includes hourly associates in stores, clubs, supply chain and offices, drivers and assistant managers in stores and clubs. The bonus will be $300 for full-time […]

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Publix Pharmacy Begins Home Delivery Of Prescriptions

Publix Pharmacy and ScriptDrop are collaborating to offer home delivery of prescriptions within a 5-mile radius of each in-store Publix Pharmacy for a $5 delivery fee. There are no limits on the number of prescriptions ordered for delivery; however, age-restricted products, controlled substances and prescriptions needing refrigeration are excluded. Prescription home delivery is not available […]

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NGA Applauds Legislation For Frontline Food Supply Chain Heroes

The National Grocers Association (NGA) applauds the introduction of the Assistance and Gratitude for Coronavirus Heroes in Agribusiness who are Invaluable to the Nation, or the AG CHAIN Act. Introduced by Reps. Glenn (G.T.) Thompson (PA-15) and Dwight Evans (PA-03), this bipartisan bill would provide a federal tax holiday and a payroll tax exemption for all essential employees […]