Zaandam, Netherlands-based Ahold Delhaize and its 17 brands donated more than €250 million through in-kind and financial giving in 2025, benefiting food security and community organizations across Europe, Indonesia and the U.S. The investment came as 2025 saw persistent inflation, frequent government policy changes and rising food insecurity globally. That insecurity has risen for six consecutive […]
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Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Association News, Featured News, National, News
NPFDA Names Guest As 2025 Member Of The Year
The National Protein and Food Distributors Association (NPFDA) has recognized Judson “Jud” Guest of LAD Truck Lines as the 2025 NPFDA Member of the Year. A supporter of the association for more than 25 years, Guest has gone above and beyond in service to NPFDA. Throughout his involvement, he has willingly volunteered wherever help was […]
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Marzetti Co. To Acquire Bachan’s Japanese Barbecue Sauce Brand
Westerville, Ohio-based The Marzetti Co. has entered into an agreement to acquire Bachan’s Inc., a Japanese barbecue sauce brand, for $400 million. The transaction is expected to close before Marzetti’s fiscal year end of June 30, subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions. Marzetti intends to fund the acquisition with cash on hand and […]
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Evergood Sausage Co. Celebrates 100th Anniversary
Evergood Sausage Co. marked its 100-year anniversary, celebrating a century of family leadership and old-world craftsmanship while maintaining hardwood-smoking traditions established in 1926. Founded by Bavarian immigrant and master sausage maker Jacob Rauscher in San Francisco’s Mission District, Evergood grew from a neighborhood butchershop into a nationally recognized brand. The company operates from its historic […]
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Sprouts Farmers Market Appoints Clark CMO, Rassi Chief Customer Officer
Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. has appointed Don Clark CMO and Amanda Rassi chief customer officer, the Phoenix-based retailer announced Feb. 19. The appointments follow the retirement of Scott Neal as CMO. Both Clark and Rassi will report to Nick Konat, president and COO at Sprouts. “We are very excited to welcome Don Clark and Mandy […]
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The Past: 70 Years Strong, Kroger Texas Division Paves Path Of Progress
Kroger has a longstanding history and deep roots in Texas, dating back to 1955 when the Ohio-born grocer entered the Houston market with the purchase of grocery company Henke & Pillot, which had been in operation since 1872. Kroger kept the Henke & Pillot name on the stores for about 10 years, replacing it in […]
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KeHE Distributors Concludes 2026 Summer Show In Denver, CO
KeHE Distributors recently concluded its 2026 Summer Show in Denver, Colorado, and virtually on the KeHE CONNECT platform, welcoming more than 5,000 retailers, suppliers and industry partners. The event offered education, trend insights, buying opportunities and connections to help retailers and brands compete in an evolving grocery landscape. Designed to support planning for the summer […]
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United Supermarkets, Rainier Fruit Continue Sock Donations In TX
The United Family donated 5,000 pairs of socks to six charitable organizations across Texas during February through its seventh annual Apples & Pears on a Mission partnership with Rainier Fruit. United Supermarkets donated 1,000 pairs of socks each to the Salvation Army of Lubbock (Feb. 6) and the Salvation Army of Abilene (Feb. 17). Additional […]