Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Stonyfield Organic Yogurt Expands DSP By Hiring Former Horizon Farmers

Londonderry, New Hampshire-based Stonyfield Organic, an organic yogurt maker, says it plans to help save at-risk Northeast organic family farms by inviting a number of them into their direct supply program during the coming months. The move comes after over 89 regional family farmers recently received notice that their contracts will be terminated by Horizon, […]

Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Fresh Del Monte Further Commits To Sustainable Agriculture Practices

Miami, Florida-based Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., a vertically integrated producer, distributor and marketer of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, has announced its participation at this year’s World Biodiversity Summit, occurring alongside the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) and the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15). Hans Sauter, Fresh Del Monte’s chief sustainability officer, […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, West

Vallarta Supermarkets Opens New Store In Bakersfield, CA

Vallarta Supermarkets, one of the largest Latino-owned supermarket chains in California, announced the grand opening of its 53rd store on Oct. 13 in Bakersfield, California. Mayor Karen Goh, local officials and dignitaries joined Vallarta Supermarket’s executive team for a ribbon-cutting ceremony, following public health guidelines, to mark the official grand opening. The new store is located […]

Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, National

SNAC International Board Approves Cochran To Succeed Avery As CEO

SNAC International’s Board of Directors has approved the appointment of Christine Cochran as its next president and CEO. Cochran will replace Elizabeth Avery, who previously shared her plans with the board to retire following the conclusion of SNX, the association’s new education and collaboration forum, on March 27-29, 2022. The news comes after a five-month competitive […]

Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Midwest, The Kroger Co.

Revol Greens Establishes East Coast Location By Acquiring Living Fresh

Revol Greens, has acquired BJ’s Produce Inc., operating under the Living Fresh brand, in Athens, Georgia, to establish its first East Coast greenhouse operation. The deal, completed on Oct. 12, entails the purchase of the existing greenhouses as well as the planned commencement of new greenhouse construction to meet increasing customer demand. Terms of the […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Takis Introduces On-The-Go Intensity With New Takis Crisps

Takis, the spicy rolled tortilla chip brand known for its intense flavor, has introduced Takis Crisps, the latest addition to the brand’s growing list of salty snack offerings.  Infused with the full force of Takis Fuego signature variety, these stackable potato crisps are hitting store shelves in a portable container. Now available nationwide in 2-oz. and […]

Posted inMeijer, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Midwest

Fire Dept. Coffee Now Available In Meijer Stores Across Illinois

Fire Department Coffee products are now available at Meijer stores across Illinois. The Midwest-based chain of supercenters will feature three distinct Fire Dept. Coffee favorites, including Medium Roast, Dark Roast and Skull-Crushing Espresso. The Medium and Dark roasts are sold as ground coffee, while the espresso is available in whole bean coffee. Meijer is among the top 25 largest retailers […]

Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, National

NGA Foundation Awards Scholarships To Future Industry Leaders

The NGA Foundation, the 501(c)3 nonprofit arm of the National Grocers Association, has awarded its 2021 scholarships to students planning careers in the grocery industry. Scholarships are provided through the generosity of donors and affiliate groups. “One of the NGA Foundation’s priorities is to position the independent supermarket industry as a preferred employer for college […]