Albertsons Cos. is offering $20 coupons for customers who get flu, pneumonia or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunizations at any of its pharmacies. The offer is available to anyone who receives a qualifying vaccine, making it helpful for families who immunize together. In addition, each person who receives a flu immunization could earn up to […]
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IFPA Announces 2026 Board Of Directors Slate
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has announced the slate of new officers and directors for its 2026 Board of Directors. These volunteer leaders will be confirmed by a ballot shared with membership and begin their service at the 2025 Global Fresh Produce & Floral Show, which is set for Oct. 16-18 in Anaheim, California. […]
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The Foundation For Fresh Produce Celebrates National Fruits, Veggies Month
The Foundation for Fresh Produce will kick off its sixth annual National Fruits & Veggies Month in September. National Fruits & Veggies Month was designed to celebrate produce as the nation’s top health priority. As the conversation on health is in the national spotlight, it’s up to the produce industry to make sure fruits and vegetables […]
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Hy-Vee Partners With Oscar To Offer New Employee Insurance Plan
Hy-Vee has partnered with Oscar Health to introduce Hy-Vee Health with Oscar, a health insurance plan to save employers money and give workers concierge care at an affordable fixed price. Hy-Vee has more than 270 retail pharmacies, nearly 300 grocery stores and concierge primary and urgent care through its joint ownership of Hy-Vee Health Exemplar […]
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Heritage Grocers Group Transforming Prepared Food Production
With the help of its technology partner, Upshop, Heritage Grocers Group (HGG) has begun transforming how it plans and produces fresh prepared foods. By shifting from experience-based methods to a cutting-edge, data-driven production planning system, Ontario, California-based HGG aims to enhance product availability, optimize labor and better serve diverse communities. “Leveraging predictive analytics, this system […]
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FMI Report Highlights Fresh Food Sales Growth, Consumer Preferences
FMI – The Food Industry Association has released “The State of Fresh Foods 2025” report, which demonstrates continued growth in the fresh foods space. The report explores the momentum of fresh food products in 2024 and provides a look at the role the department plays in the advancement of food retail establishments in the coming […]
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SpartanNash Welcomes Ulichnie As VP, OwnBrands Marketing
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has named Jason Ulichnie VP of OwnBrands marketing. In this role, Ulichnie will oversee the end-to-end portfolio management, product development and brand equity of SpartanNash OwnBrands – including Our Family, Fresh and Finest by Our Family and Finest Reserve by Our Family – for company-operated stores and wholesale customers. Ulichnie also will manage […]
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AFFI Hires Meredith As Director Of Marketing, Communications
The American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) has named Rebecca Meredith its new director of marketing and communications. In this role, she will oversee the organization’s content creation and execution, as well as drive AFFI’s event and member communications strategies. Most recently, Meredith served as communications manager at CropLife America, a national trade association representing agricultural […]