by Peter Larkin/ president and CEO, National Grocers Association Special to The Shelby Report With the explosion of new formats and competitors in the marketplace, alongside some continued food deflation, 2017 was a challenging year for independent supermarket operators. However, as the true entrepreneurs of the industry, independent grocers are responding in innovative ways to these challenges […]
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Rite Aid Pharmacists In Idaho Soon Will Be Able To Prescribe Medications
Starting Sunday, July 1, Rite Aid pharmacists at all locations in Idaho will be able to prescribe medications to treat select, common conditions under the Pharmacist Prescriptive Authority Rule Docket 27-0104-1701, which was promoted by the Idaho State Board of Pharmacy. The rule, which was approved by the Idaho legislature, enables pharmacists to prescribe medications […]
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Caulipower Launches Frozen Paleo Cauliflower Pizza Crust
Gluten-free frozen pizza brand Caulipower is rolling out a ready-to-use Frozen Paleo Cauliflower Pizza Crust—the first of its kind, according to the company. The new crust will join Caulipower’s family of better-for-you pizzas and pizza crusts, alongside Margherita, Three Cheese, Veggie, All Natural Uncured Pepperoni and Original Plain Crust. The completely grain-free offering will be […]
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Wegmans, Publix Among Fortune’s Best Workplaces For Millennials
Wegmans and Publix have once again been recognized by Fortune Magazine as two of the best workplaces for Millennials. Millennials, those born between 1981 and 1998, make up about 58 percent of Wegman’s workforce and 45 percent of Publix’s workforce. “Our associates are the heart of our company,” said Publix President and CEO Todd Jones. “We work […]
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Conagra Brands To Acquire Pinnacle Foods In $10.9 Billion Deal
The board of directors of Conagra Brands and Pinnacle Foods Inc. have unanimously approved a definitive agreement under which Conagra Brands will acquire Pinnacle Foods in a cash and stock transaction valued at approximately $10.9 billion. Conagra says the transaction will expand its presence and capabilities in its most strategic categories, including frozen foods and snacks. With […]
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Kroger’s New Payment Policy A Cause For Concern For Produce Industry
Kroger recently sent out a letter to produce shippers outlining its new 90-day standardized payment policy, which takes effect Aug. 1, 2018. According to a number of produce industry organizations, the new policy conflicts with protection rights under the PACA Trust, and agreeing to any extension beyond 30 days automatically forces produce suppliers to waive their PACA […]
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Natural Grocers To Open A Fredricksburg, Texas, Store
Natural Grocers is opening a new store in Fredricksburg, Texas, and plans to hire 18 full-time good4u crew members to lead the new location at 610 E. Main Street. The company held open interviews on June 27 and 28. Applicants also can apply for consideration here. The new store will offer 100 percent organic produce, meat humanely […]
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Eight O’Clock Coffee Now Comes With A Digital Escape Room Game
Eight O’Clock Coffee is releasing “The Great Coffee Break,” a digital escape room game that consumers can play for the chance to win a year of free groceries. The Great Coffee Break is the first augmented reality (AR) digital game designed by Escape the Room and can be launched by scanning any Eight O’Clock Coffee […]