Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food is expanding its Giant Flexible Rewards loyalty program to offer rewards in the pharmacy department. Flexible Rewards members will earn points through eligible pharmacy transactions, including prescriptions and immunizations. The update makes Giant the first grocery retailer in the region to offer this level of digital rewards for pharmacy transactions. “We are very […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inSnacks Brands, Midwest
Kellogg Co. To Separate Into Two Companies: Kellanova, WK Kellogg Co.
Battle Creek, Michigan-based Kellogg Co. and its board of directors have approved the separation into two independent, publicly traded companies – Kellanova and WK Kellogg Co. The announcement was first shared in March. Upon completion of the separation on Oct. 2, Kellogg Co. will be renamed Kellanova and will continue to trade on the New York […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Midwest
Hostess Brands To Be Acquired By J.M. Smucker Co.
Lenexa, Kansas-based Hostess Brands Inc. has entered into an agreement with Orrville, Ohio-based The J.M. Smucker Co. to acquire Hostess Brands in a cash and stock transaction valued at $34.25 per Hostess Brands share, representing a transaction value of about $5.6 billion, including the assumption of debt. The transaction includes the Hostess Brands sweet baked […]
Posted inFood Lion, Produce News, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Begins Apple Bag Campaign
Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion will help provide at least 1 million meals through its annual Food Lion Feeds Apple Bag campaign. The campaign runs through Oct. 3 and benefits Feeding America and local partner member food banks throughout Food Lion’s 10-state operating area. Customers can purchase a branded gala apple bag or make a […]
Posted inProduce News, Northeast
Sterman Masser To Showcase Side Delights At SEPC Show
Sacramento, Pennsylvania-based Sterman Masser Potato Farms will showcase its redesigned Side Delights Petite Potatoes line Sept. 14-16 at the SEPC’s Southern Innovations trade show in Charlotte, North Carolina. The annual conference will highlight the latest innovations in the fresh produce industry, including product developments, packaging technology and brand approaches. Side Delights Petite potatoes are No.1 […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
Hiland Dairy Earns Top Honors At 2023 World Dairy Product Awards
Hiland Dairy’s Norman, Oklahoma, plant has earned the Grade A Grand Champion Award for its 2 percent white milk at the 2023 World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest. Hiland’s 2 percent white milk beat other dairy products like dips, sour cream, yogurt and cottage cheese to win the Grade A Grand Champion. The national […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National
Oscar Mayer Introduces ‘Scramblers’ Breakfast Innovation
Oscar Mayer has announced its first on-the-go refrigerated breakfast offering: new Oscar Mayer Scramblers. The innovation comes after uncovering that only 23 percent of people are eating a full breakfast due to limited hearty options available. Oscar Mayer Scramblers are made using two fresh eggs and are available in three varieties – including Bacon and Velveeta, […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast
Tyson, Redner’s Markets Provide Back-To-School Boost
Star Ranch Angus beef, a Tyson Foods fresh meats brand, has partnered with Redner’s Markets to help support educators and students beginning the new school year in Reading, Pennsylvania. The Good Neighbor Initiative has pledged $8,000 to the Berks County Head Start program, which will use the funds for two of its enrichment initiatives – […]