NGA’s “Five Questions” is a regular feature that explores the insights of independent grocery operators. This week, Gary Redner, COO of Redner’s Markets, shares his thoughts with us. What were the most important lessons of 2020? Self-reliance. There were so many regulatory standards put into place over the last 10 months and our team members […]
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Posted inBig Y Foods, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Big Y Makes Several New Appointments At Multiple Stores
The management of Big Y Foods has made several new appointments across multiple store locations. “At Big Y, we are committed to providing the tools and training necessary to support our employees in their development,” said Michael J. Galat, VP of employee services. “We look forward to their growth in the pursuit of excellence as […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, Southwest
United Supermarket Family Launches First Bacon Fest
United Supermarkets, Market Street, Albertsons Market and Amigos locations across Texas and New Mexico launched their first Bacon Fest April 7. Bacon Fest will run from April 7 to May 4 and, throughout that time, each location will be providing a huge selection of bacon related products. Guests can look for their typical package of […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast, The Kroger Co.
AppHarvest Ships First Harvest Of Tomatoes On The Vine
AppHarvest recently shipped its first harvest of Tomatoes on the Vine from its flagship high-tech indoor farm to Kroger grocery stores. This harvest marks the second tomato variety to be distributed to grocery stores since the controlled environment ag company first harvested Beefsteak tomatoes in January. The Morehead, Kentucky facility, one of the country’s largest […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Executive News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
BJ’s Announces Passing Of President And CEO Delaney
Lee Delaney, president and CEO of BJ’s Wholesale Club, died unexpectedly April 8 due to presumed natural causes. He was 49. Christopher J. Baldwin, executive chairman of the board of directors, issued the following statement on behalf of the board: “We are shocked and profoundly saddened by the passing of Lee Delaney. Lee was a […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Green Life Farms Building Hydroponic Greenhouse In Lake City, FL
Green Life Farms has started construction on its second hydroponic greenhouse in Florida on 24 acres in Lake City. Using state-of-the-art hydroponic technology, Green Life Farms will grow leafy greens in oxygenated water – without soil – then harvest and package them in a controlled environment, reducing the risk of contamination and preserving flavor and […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, The Kroger Co., West
Beyond Meat Expands U.S. Retail Distribution Within Grocery Chains
El Segundo, California-based Beyond Meat has made several major product expansions within its existing footprint at retailers nationwide. As demand for plant-based meat continues to rise, this increased distribution strengthens the company’s retail presence at approximately 28,000 retail outlets across the U.S. The expanded retail product availability includes: Beyond Meatballs: Newly available at Kroger (approximately 1,500 stores), Target (750 stores) […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Retail Business Services Appoints Kosla CIO, EVP
Retail Business Services, the services company of Ahold Delhaize USA, has named Rom Kosla as EVP, IT and chief information officer. Kosla will oversee all aspects of IT for the U.S. businesses, with a specific focus on delivering common systems and innovation that create digitally enabled experiences and support the omnichannel ambitions of Ahold Delhaize […]