The Fresh Market Magazine was created during the COVID-19 pandemic as a way to bring the store to the specialty retailer’s guests, sharing its stories while they stayed home more, according to Gloria Reardon, director of products, occasions and meal solutions. “I would say our brand is a very experiential brand – you have to […]
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The Fresh Market Builds On History Of Innovation
The Fresh Market is all about fresh, but it’s also about innovation. Founders Ray and Beverly Berry were innovators when they opened their first store in Greensboro, North Carolina, on March 5, 1982. Inspiration struck during a trip to Europe, where they experienced the charm and essence of the local food markets. Innovation came as […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
UNFI Launches Food Equity Grant Challenge
United Natural Foods Inc. has announced the introduction of a new grant opportunity as part of its UNFI Food Equity Project, aimed at accelerating the efforts of Rhode Island-based organizations focused on creating equitable access to healthy food. As part of UNFI’s ongoing “Better for All” initiative, the Food Equity Project Grant will award $100,000 […]
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Hickory Nut Gap Farms Promotes Climate Positive Impact For Earth Day
Asheville, North Carolina-based Hickory Nut Gap Farms has announced its grassfed, regeneratively raised ground beef as the (un)official burger of Earth Day. Hickory Nut Gap Farms is celebrating the 2o years of climate positive impact that it has made as a brand of grassfed and pasture-raised meats. This announcement follows the recent U.S. Department of Agriculture approval […]
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HF Foods Appoints Lin As Chief Operating Officer
Las Vegas-based HF Foods Group Inc. has appointed Xi Lin “Felix Lin” as chief operating officer of the company, effective May 1. Lin will report directly to Peter Zhang, CEO. “With Felix joining the team, I look forward to further strengthening our capabilities through new initiatives that will increase our presence in existing markets and improve […]
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Southeastern Grocers Releases Social Responsibility Progress Report
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. has released its 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Progress Report defining advancements the grocer has accomplished over the last year to create stronger communities, better products and a more sustainable future for all. “At Southeastern Grocers, we continue to put people first and position belonging, inclusion and diversity at the heart of […]
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H-E-B To Hand Out 250K Reusable Bags On Earth Day April 22
H-E-B will celebrate Earth Day with its annual reusable bag give away, which provides 250,000 custom-designed reusable bags to customers across Texas. Beginning April 22, customers who visit any H-E-B, Central Market, Joe V’s Smart Shop or Mi Tienda store in Texas are eligible to receive a complimentary Earth Day bag, while supplies last. The bags feature art designed […]
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Kroger Names Dickerson As Houston Division’s Corporate Affairs Manager
The Kroger Houston division announced Teresa Dickerson, formerly corporate affairs manager for the organization’s Delta-Memphis division, will now lead corporate affairs, including internal and external, reputation communications, government and community relations for the Houston, Texas, division. The division includes 108 stores in the Greater Houston area and Louisiana. Dickerson joined The Kroger Co. in 2014 and has more than 20 […]