The Southeast Produce Council (SEPC) released its annual “What’s New? 2024″ consumer research in a sold-out educational session at Southern Innovations. The interactive format combines the presentation of the research results by Anne-Marie Roerink of 210 Analytics with attendees discussing findings with fellow retailers and grower/shippers throughout the session. In addition to consumers’ views of the […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inProduce News, Association News, Feature, National, The Kroger Co.
IFPA Officials Preview Fresh Produce & Floral Show
“Make the most of these three days in October.” That’s the advice of Cathy Burns, CEO of the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), referring to the 2024 Global Fresh Produce & Floral Show, coming up Oct. 17-19 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. “We’re really excited to be in Georgia this year after […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Feature, Midwest
New-look Greenridge Naturals Introducing 1-oz. Snack Sticks Later This Year
Claire Flannery, director of communications for Greenridge Naturals, talked with The Shelby Report about the company’s recent rebranding and new products coming later this year. Illinois-based Greenridge was founded in 2008 by Michael and Sebastian Madej, who wanted to produce clean, simple meats – such as meat sticks, sausages and deli meats – made with […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, Private Label Brands
AWG Brands Continues Support Of National Family Meals Month
AWG Brands, the private brands of Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. (AWG), is celebrating 10 years of FMI’s National Family Meals Month. Since this movement began, AWG Brands has been helping promote the benefits of family meals to AWG member retailers and consumers alike. “As the backbone of their communities, AWG member retailers are well placed […]
Posted inFeature, Snacks Brands, Southeast
Stuckey Shares Family Company’s Comeback Journey
Stephanie Stuckey, chair and co-owner of Stuckey’s, was one of the speakers during the recent Sweets & Snacks Expo, sharing with the crowd how she revived her grandfather’s company and offering tips to market a brand’s products on a “scrappy” budget. “I know a thing or two about comebacks,” Stuckey said. “I had a completely […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Executive News, Southwest
The Simply Good Foods Co. Appoints Clawson As CCO
The Simply Good Foods Co., a developer, marketer and seller of branded nutritional foods and snacking products, has named Mike Clawson chief customer officer, effective Oct. 14. A cornerstone of the company’s strategic growth plan is an enhanced selling model and approach. This new sales playbook is centered on building multi-year growth plans with a […]
Posted inBakery News, Association News, Dairy News, Deli News, Executive News, National
IDDBA Combines Teams, Promotes Atkins
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) has combined its marketing and membership teams and promoted Whitney Atkins as VP of the newly formed marketing and membership department. “Since joining the association, Whitney has led marketing efforts that have produced event and membership growth, while working hard for the association’s endeavors to support the industry […]
Posted inProduce News, Association News, National
Driving Fresh Produce Sales With SNAP
At a time when access to nutritious food is critical, independent grocers play a pivotal role in serving diverse communities and promoting healthy eating habits. The National Grocers Association Foundation Technical Assistance Center hosted a recent webinar that delved into innovative strategies and best practices for increasing fresh produce sales among SNAP recipients, while simultaneously […]