After years of fan requests for ice cream, Fairlife has partnered with Boardwalk Frozen Treats on Fairlife Light Ice Cream. This is the company’s first venture away from the beverage-related products and into frozen desserts. Fairlife Light Ice Cream will be available at select retail stores. Fairlife Light Ice Cream is made from ultra-filtered milk to […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Sprouts Farmers Market To Open Aug. 5 In Tyler, Texas
Sprouts Farmers Market will open in Tyler, Texas, at 4015 South Broadway Avenue at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 5. The new store will expand local access to fresh and healthy groceries, and will be open daily from 7 a.m.-10 p.m. To celebrate the new store, every shopper on opening day will receive a free reusable shopping bag with purchase. Local customers also can enter to win […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Countertop Productions Recently Appointed Cliff Caldwell To EVP
Alexandria, Virginia-based Countertop Productions recently announced the appointment of Cliff Caldwell to EVP, effective June 29, 2020, in an effort to intensify its goal to grow a presence in grocery retail, wholesale and food service, says the company. Caldwell is based out of the company’s national sales office in Atlanta, Georgia. As EVP, Caldwell will […]
Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, West
Alden’s Launches Peppermint Twist, Pumpkin Cheesecake For Holidays
Eugene, Oregon-based Alden’s Organic is launching two limited-edition ice creams, Peppermint Twist and Pumpkin Cheesecake, for the holiday season. The brand is pairing rich cheesecake ice cream with their classic pumpkin and adding peppermint candy pieces to their organic peppermint bark ice cream. The limited-edition ice creams will hit shelves this fall at Sprouts, Raley’s, […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Northeast Plant-Based Offerings Can Become ‘A Way Of Life Really Fast’
by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer Ben Davis had a goal. He wanted to expand the marketplace and bring the plant-based industry together to share brands, products and education. For him and the many others committing to plant-based diets, it’s a movement. “Eating plant-based gives people a lot of power in their own daily choices,” […]
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Hy-Vee To Hand Out More Than 3 Million Free Masks To Customers
In an effort to protect its customers and employees from COVID-19, West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee will distribute free masks to those entering its stores starting Monday, July 27. The company will hand out more than 3 million free masks in an effort to help support the CDC’s recommendation to wear masks in public by […]
Posted inGuest Contributors, Home Page Slider, National
HR & Benefits: Robust Training For Supervisors Crucial To Success
by Chris Cooley / co-founder, MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors Employee and compliance issues are common for grocers, therefore reducing risk and avoiding problems are major priorities. One way an employer can reduce liability risks is to ensure supervisors and workers have the knowledge and tools necessary to comply with all applicable employment-related laws. This […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Colorado-Based Natural Grocers Among Pioneers Of Meat Alternatives
by John McCurry / contributing writer Are plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy and other animal products morphing from trend to staple? Some of the sector’s proponents believe so. These alternatives point to soaring sales over the past two years and increased interest from venture capitalists in investing in startups. “Consumers now more than ever are […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, National
United Fresh Promotes McEntire To SVP Of Food Safety/Technology
United Fresh Produce Association has promoted Dr. Jennifer McEntire to the position of SVP of Food Safety & Technology. She joined the association four years ago, bringing her extensive background in food safety, regulatory issues and association management to the United Fresh Team. “Jennifer’s unique skills have proved a perfect match for the produce industry, […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Home Page Slider, Shelby Originals, Southeast
Assoc. Grocers CEO With Optimistic Outlook Amidst Coronavirus Pandemic
by John McCurry / contributing writer Overall, grocers in Louisiana and Mississippi have handled the coronavirus pandemic well. That’s the assessment of Manard Lagasse, president and CEO of Baton Rouge-based Associated Grocers. Associated Grocers provides resources and support for more than 200 independent grocers in those states and Texas. “Obviously, there have been some issues […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
BJ’s Wholesale Club Plans To Open New Clubs In New York
BJ’s Wholesale Club says it is opening two new clubs in New York in early 2021. Located in Long Island City and Newburgh, the two clubs will bring local families 25 percent savings compared to grocery store prices and mark the 220th and 221st locations for the company. BJ’s also will open a BJ’s Gas […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Good Catch Plant-Based Seafood Introduces New Entrees, Appetizers
New York-based Gathered Foods, makers of Good Catch plant-based seafood, has launched a new product line: frozen entrees and appetizers. The line-up consists of New England Style Plant-Based Crab Cakes, Thai Style Plant-Based Fish Cakes and Classic Style Plant-Based Fish Burgers. This product extension is the second evolution from the plant-based seafood brand, expanding beyond its existing […]
Posted inShelby Originals, Home Page Slider, Market Profile, Northeast
Family-Run Trucchi’s 92 Years Old And Thriving Despite Challenges
by John McCurry / contributing writer Jim Trucchi grew up in his family’s grocery business in Massachusetts. He’s now the CEO of Trucchi’s Supermarkets, a six-store chain, and thanks in part to the challenges of running a business during a pandemic, he’s never been busier. “I’m 67 and I’ve been doing this since I was […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Borden Dairy Completes Sale To Capitol Peak Partners, KKR
Dallas, Texas-based Borden, a dairy company founded in 1857, says it and certain affiliates have finalized the approximately $340 million sale of substantially all Borden assets to Capitol Peak Partners and KKR. This transaction allows Borden to be appropriately capitalized with the business intact, including all plants, branches, routes and the Borden brand. The new Borden entity will […]
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, West
Superior Grocers Gives Permanent Pay Rate Increase To Employees
In appreciation for the hard work and dedication of its employees, Santa Fe Springs, California-based Superior Grocers has implemented a permanent $1 pay rate increase to all regular full-time and part-time employees. The raise was effective July 20, 2020. The action was taken in appreciation for employees’ dedication during the COVID-19 pandemic, which continues to […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Food Lion Opens New Store In West Columbia, SC
Food Lion opened a new store in West Columbia, South Carolina, on Wednesday, July 22, located at 2916 Emanuel Church Road. The new store is open daily from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. “I’m extremely excited to open this new location in the community I call home,” said Brandon Miles, store manager. “I was born […]
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NGA Backs Bill To Provide Tax Relief To Frontline Workers
The National Grocers Association is applauding the introduction of the FRNT LINE Act, authored by Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA). This bill would provide payroll and income tax relief for essential workers, such as grocery industry associates, who have continued their work during the coronavirus pandemic. “This pandemic has illustrated not only the resiliency of independent […]
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Walmart Invests $428M More In Associates With Another Special Bonus
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart says it will pay out another special cash bonus to store, club, distribution center and fulfillment center associates for their ongoing contributions and dedication to serving customers, members and communities during this unprecedented time. The special bonus will be $300 for full-time hourly associates and $150 for part-time hourly and temporary associates. […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Executive News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Tyson Names Worpel Director Of Fresh Meats Marketing
Tyson Fresh Meats has appointed Ozlem Worpel the new director of Fresh Meats marketing, a promotion from her previous position of senior brand manager. Worpel will be responsible for leading the organization’s strategic direction across the Fresh Meats brand portfolio, developing new product lines and brand identities. She will also provide direction on a comprehensive sales […]
Posted inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, West
Krusteaz Expands Protein Products With Energizing Oat Bites Mix
Seattle-based Krusteaz, maker of baking, pancake and waffle mixes, has launched its newest innovation, Energizing Oat Bites Mix. Available in two varieties, Chocolate Chip Oat and Cinnamon Oat, the new products require no baking, are made with eight grams of plant-based protein per serving and feature energizing whole grain oats, flaxseed and chia. In response to the growing consumer […]