Dierbergs has begun a register donation campaign that aims to make a positive impact on healthcare in The Nuba Mountains in Sudan. Through April 8, customers will be able to donate to African Mission Healthcare through Dierbergs Heart of Nuba campaign. Tom Catena, an American doctor, helped to establish Gidel Mother of Mercy Hospital, a 435-bed […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inFrozen Food, Health & Wellness, West
Ruiz Foods Opens Third On-Site Employee Health Center
Ruiz Food Products opened an on-site health center – the company’s third – for insured employees and their covered family members Feb. 12 at its plant in Dinuba, California. In late 2023, the company opened similar centers at its plants in Florence, South Carolina, and Denison, Texas. The Ruiz Foods Health Center, operated by CareATC, […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Albertsons, Association News, Northeast
PLMA Sets Keynote, Speaker Lineup For Upcoming Conference
Brandon Brown, SVP of Own Brands at Albertsons Cos., will be the keynote speaker at the PLMA 2024 Annual Meeting and Leadership Conference, set for March 20-22 in San Antonio. With a focus on trends, the gathering at the Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk brings together manufacturers, retailers and others to gain insights, knowledge and […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Health & Wellness, National
Instacart, Pack Health Seeking To Boost Healthy Habits
Instacart and Pack Health, a Quest Diagnostics company specializing in patient engagement, are working to improve food access and healthy eating habits in underserved communities. By integrating Instacart into Pack Health’s programs, the companies will deliver a complementary suite of services aimed at increasing access to the food, nutrition education and coaching support people need […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Introduces ‘Finest Reserve’ Private Label Brand
SpartanNash has introduced its new private label brand, Finest Reserve by Our Family. The Finest Reserve line uses fresh and authentic ingredients to create gourmet flavors. The new private label is an extension of Our Family, SpartanNash’s flagship brand, that has captured the attention of the company’s customer base. The collection is a curated offering of […]
Posted inProduce News, Southwest
TIPA Taps Lugavere As Keynote Speaker For Viva Fresh
The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) has announced Max Lugavere will be the keynote speaker at its upcoming 2024 Viva Fresh Produce Expo in Houston. A health and science journalist, filmmaker and author, Lugavere will share insights about nutrition, brain health and well-being. Lugavere gained recognition in 2018 for his New York Times bestseller, “Genius […]
Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, Southeast
Southern Glazer’s President Of West Region To Retire
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has shared that Patrick Daul, president of West Region, will retire from the company in July, with an announcement of his replacement forthcoming. “I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Patrick for many years, whose journey at Southern Glazer’s reflects not only his deep industry expertise, but also his unwavering […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, West
Chicken of the Sea Announces Appointments, Promotion
Chicken of the Sea Frozen Foods (COSFF) has announced the appointment of three new leaders and a promotion within its commercial organization. The company welcomes the industry veterans, who bring customer-centric expertise to ensure COSFF remains at the forefront of the seafood industry. Tiffany Hicks Tiffany Hicks has been hired as SVP of foodservice and […]