Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., has expanded the “Prescription Drug Safety: Know the truth” program, its prescription drug safety program for high school students. This initiative is part of Kroger Health’s ongoing commitment to raising awareness about the safe use, storage and disposal of prescription medications. It is made available at […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, International Foods, West
Island Pacific Supermarkets Holds Volunteer Campaign For Wildfire Relief
Island Pacific Supermarket recently completed a community-driven campaign, with volunteers joining efforts to assemble care packs and distribute food and beverages to wildfire-affected areas of Los Angeles. To continue its efforts, Island Pacific is extending its free meals for first responders program until Jan. 20. Relief goods were delivered to the L.A. Regional Food Bank in City of […]
Posted inMerchandising News, Health & Wellness, National
FDA Revokes Use Of FD&C Red No. 3 Dye In Food Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday revoked the authorization for the use of FD&C Red No. 3 in food and beverage products, as well as in ingested drugs. The FDA is amending its regulations in response to a 2022 color additive petition, which sought agency review on whether the Delaney Clause applied […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Center Store, Natural Grocers, Southwest
Natural Grocers Introduces Private Label Wheat Pasta, Sauces
Natural Grocers has introduced six organic wheat pastas and five flavors of organic pasta sauces to its collection of house brand products. All six styles of Natural Grocers Brand Organic Pasta begin with organic durum wheat semolina. They are certified organic, vegan, non-GMO and crafted with plant-based and dairy-free ingredients. The line of pasta sauces […]
Posted inExecutive News, National, Snacks Brands
The Hershey Co. President, CEO Shares Retirement Plans
Michele Buck, chairman of The Hershey Co. Board of Directors, president and CEO, has informed the company of her intention to retire, effective June 30, 2026. Buck will retain her roles until her successor is appointed, at which time she plans to resign from the board and transition to a senior advisor role until retirement. […]
Posted inProduce News, Association News, National
IFPA Shares New Strategic Plan, Executive Changes
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) kicked off the new year by beginning its 2025-27 strategic plan, which includes new leadership roles. The plan was announced during Tammy DeBoer’s remarks at the Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta. DeBoer, president of Harris Teeter and 2025 chair of IFPA’s board of directors, will focus much of […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Natural Grocers, Nonfood Items, Southwest
Natural Grocers Adds 6 Cleaning Products To Private Label Line
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers has made six additions to its private-label line of household cleaning products. Like other Natural Grocers Brand cleaning items, the organic products are vegan, cruelty free and made without parabens, phthalates, sulfates and synthetic fragrances. They come in containers made from sustainable sugar cane. “At Natural Grocers, we are committed to […]
Posted inBakery News, Southeast
Flowers Foods To Aquire Simple Mills
Thomasville, Georgia-based Flowers Foods has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Simple Mills for $795 million in cash. The addition of Simple Mills expands Flowers’ exposure to better-for-you and attractive snacking segments, as well as enhances the company’s growth and margin prospects. Founded in 2012 by Katlin Smith, Simple Mills is a natural brand offering better-for-you […]