Cincinnati, Ohio-based The Kroger Co. has shared its efforts to help customers from the impacts of inflation as they prepare holiday meals with a shopping guide. The grocer, who estimates the cost of turkey has risen 20 cents per pound this year, will not shift the rising cost to customers. “At Kroger, we are committed […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inCentral Market, Deli News, Independent Store News, Southwest
Central Market Releases Holiday Menu With Prepared Meals
Dallas, Texas-based Central Market has introduced its chef-made menu for customers ahead of the upcoming holidays. The grocer has released seven chef-prepared meals including a vegetarian meal and an option to serve a holiday feast for up to 16 guests. The order deadline is 6 p.m. CT on Dec. 21. Online meals will be available […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Hass Avocado Board Details Seasonal Sales Opportunities
According to the Mission Viejo, California-based Hass Avocado Board, research suggests seasonal influences impact retail sales of avocados, driven by supply chain dynamics and shopper purchase behaviors. These influences have steered the category into an evolution of seasonality over the past four years. The Avocado Seasonality Drivers study reveals that the first quarter is the […]
Posted inCenter Store, Midwest
Reynolds Wrap Launches Three Turkey Recipes
Lake Forest, Illinois-based Reynolds Wrap has introduced three turkey recipes through its #TrendingTurkeys hashtag using viral online trends. The “It’s Corn! Turkey” features corn-infused ingredients, crusted with a cornmeal topping and served with a corn cereal and buttered corn on the cob. The Turkey Board features sides arranged on a board, charcuterie-style, with mashed potatoes, gravy and drizzled cranberry sauce. The last recipe […]
Posted inAssociation News, Frozen Food, National
AFFI Finds Shoppers Purchase More Frozen Fruits, Vegetables
A new survey from the American Frozen Food Institute finds that more than a quarter of shoppers are buying more frozen fruits and vegetables than three years ago and identify many benefits with them. The AFFI commissioned 210 Analytics to survey a diverse range of households modeled to the U.S. Census to better understand shopper perceptions, […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Amazon Fresh, Southwest, Whole Foods
Stryve Foods Adds Whitehair As Board Member
Plano, Texas-based Stryve Foods has announced a leader in the CPG industry, Chris Whitehair, as a new addition to the company’s board of directors. Whitehair serves as SVP of supply chain and operations for SunOpta. While in this role, he has led the development and execution of optimizing its network. Prior to joining SunOpta, Whitehair […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
Prairie Farms, Hiland Dairy Receive Product Awards
Edwardsville, Illinois-based Prairie Farms Dairy and its joint venture partner, Hiland Dairy, won more than 40 awards at the QCS Purchasing Cooperative Annual Leadership Conference in San Diego. In October, QCS members from around the country gathered for educational sessions, networking events and an awards celebration to honor member and supply partner companies. The Prairie Farms […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Produce News, Southeast
Publix Pledges $23M To Feeding America Member Food Banks
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix Super Markets and its charity foundation have announced plans to extend their commitment to help alleviate hunger in the communities Publix serves. Publix and Publix Super Markets Charities have pledged $23 million to support hunger alleviation by the end of 2023, including a commitment to provide more than 10 million pounds of […]