Quincy, Massachusetts-based Stop & Shop has collected and donated more than $1.6 million for the American Cancer Society to support the fight against breast cancer. Throughout October, customers across the supermarket chain had the option of donating at checkout, with 100 percent of donations going to the American Cancer Society to support breast cancer research […]
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Catalina, Coupon Bureau Partner On New Standard In Coupon Security
In partnership with the Association of Coupon Professionals and the Coupon Bureau, St. Petersburg, Florida-based Catalina will be the first company to offer omnichannel marketing campaigns featuring the next standard in coupon security GS1 US (AI) 8112 in both digital and paper formats. This new 8112 standard will enable real-time validation of coupon offers at […]
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The Shelby Report Of The West Honors 28 Women Of Influence
Our loyal readers, particularly those in the Northeast, may be familiar with The Griffin Report of the Northeast’s annual Women of Influence section. Now in its 16th year, the special tribute salutes female executives who are among the leaders in their respective fields. For years, the popular feature has drawn interest from across the nation. […]
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Advocates Abuzz Over Possible Change To Alcohol Sales In Maryland
MRA, many residents want state to allow beer/wine at grocery stores by Eric Pereira / content creator Maryland is one of the few states in the U.S. where shoppers can’t buy beer or wine at a food retailer. And it’s a situation the Maryland Retailers Association would like to see change during the legislative session […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Silver Eagle Beverages, Budweiser Partner On FOH Scholarships
In the spirit of Veterans Day, Silver Eagle Beverages and Budweiser once again are partnering with Folds of Honor to provide educational scholarships to two local San Antonio, Texas, students whose parents served in the military. The scholarship recipients are Ashley Perez and Manuel Hofilena. They will each receive a $5,000 scholarship. Perez is a […]
Posted inDeli News, Home Page Slider, West
FreshRealm’s Kitchen Table Offers Fresh Meals At Grocery Retail
Ventura, California-based FreshRealm has launched Kitchen Table, the company’s first branded line of fresh meal offerings that addresses consumer demand for fresh meals at grocery retail. The new brand will allow retailers to bring a complete assortment of chef-tested fresh meals to their consumers in a few months. With 55 percent of consumers saying they […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
SEG Receives 2 Salute To Excellence Awards From PLMA
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. received two Salute to Excellence Awards for new products from the Private Label Manufacturers Association. SE Grocers Shelled Roasted Salted Pistachios claimed one of the Salute to Excellence awards this year. The protein snack food is sustainably grown by a family owned business in San Joaquin Valley, California. SE Grocers Naturally […]
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Giant Food To Open New Store In Fort Washington, MD, On Nov. 12
Giant Food has scheduled the grand opening of a redeveloped store located at 9580 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, Maryland, at 6 a.m. on Nov. 12. The store features Giant’s new and improved format with enhanced and expanded departments and amenities. These include a large produce and organic section with locally grown and sourced fresh fruits […]
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DoorDash, Spec’s Partner To Provide On-Demand Alcohol Delivery
DoorDash, a last-mile logistics platform, and Spec’s Wine, Spirits & Finer Foods, the largest liquor retailer in the greater Houston area, have partnered to provide Texans with a wide selection of alcohol and other items. DoorDash announced its newest category, alcohol, in September to expand offerings to customers. Now people who are over the age of 21 […]
Posted inAssociation News, Frozen Food, Home Page Slider, National
NFRA Elects 2022 Officers And Directors
The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association elected its association officers and members of the board of directors for 2021-22 at its annual board of directors meeting, held virtually on Oct. 20. Kevin Schwab, EVP/CCO of sales and marketing for The Pictsweet Co., has been elected to serve as chairman of the board. He has served on […]
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Mondelez International’s SnackFutures Opens Applications for CoLab 2022
SnackFutures, the Mondelez International innovation and venture hub, has opened applications for its CoLab 2022 class. The second year of the start-up engagement program will focus on mission-driven brands that can demonstrate their commitment to having a positive impact on social, environmental and human well-being. “We are thrilled to launch CoLab 2022 and particularly excited about bringing […]
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IHA, Tastemaker Conference Partner For The Inspired Home Show 2022
The International Housewares Association is collaborating with Tastemaker Conference to bring together home and housewares suppliers with food-focused influencer marketing content creators during The Inspired Home Show 2022. The Tastemaker Conference will take place March 3-4 in Chicago, just before The Inspired Home Show on March 5-8 at McCormick Place. It will provide an opportunity […]
Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, Produce News, Southeast
SEPC Announces Southern Exposure’s Lineup For 2022
The Southeast Produce Council has announced its speakers for the upcoming Southern Exposure: The Marvel of Produce, set to take place March 3-5. Premiering at the Swan & Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida, this year’s conference will be themed to celebrate the next generation of superheroes within the produce industry. The following guest speakers have […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Super Markets Gingerbread Store Now Available
The Publix Super Markets Gingerbread Store is available in stores, just in time for the holiday season. This kit has everything needed for Publix fans to continue the classic tradition of building gingerbread houses with loved ones. The limited-edition kit is available while supplies last. The Publix Gingerbread store features include: Prebaked and notched gingerbread; […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Symphony RetailAI’s Sullivan Named An RIS News Top Mover, Shaker
Cheryl Sullivan, chief product officer for Dallas, Texas-based Symphony RetailAI, a global provider of integrated AI-powered marketing, merchandising and supply chain solutions for FMCG retailers and manufacturers, has been named to RIS News’ Influentials 2021: Top 10 Movers and Shakers in Retail. The annual recognition highlights executives who are shaping the retail industry and their companies through […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Price Chopper/Market 32 And Tops Markets Complete Merger
New York-based companies Price Chopper/Market 32 and Tops Markets announced the closure of their merger Nov. 8, after completion of the regulatory review process and approval from the Federal Trade Commission. The merger was proposed earlier this year. Under the terms of the agreement, the two companies will be managed locally by their respective leaders […]
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H-E-B Hits Road For Feast Of Sharing Celebrations
H-E-B is taking its mobile kitchens on the road for the company’s annual Feast of Sharing celebrations. During November and December, the program will donate more than 340,000 meals to 18 Texas food banks and provide monetary gifts to more than 45 hunger relief organizations in the state. Although this year’s H-E-B Feast of Sharing […]
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UVD Robots Move Into The Supermarket Aisle
After receiving the second order of 100 more robots from the European Commission in September, following the first order of 200 robots in November 2020, Odense, Denmark-based UVD Robots has entered a global partnership agreement with OCC Commercial Consulting to combat COVID-19 and high-risk pathogens commonly found in grocery, food service and retail environments. The partnership enables OCC to […]
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Meijer’s Simply Give Double Match Days To Fund Up To 10M Meals
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer’s Simply Give program is on track to fund up to 10 million meals before Thanksgiving with the help of its customers. To accomplish this goal, the retailer launched its longest-ever Double Match period, Nov. 7-25, meaning all Simply Give donation cards purchased on those days will be effectively tripled by Meijer, up to 10 million meals […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, West
Foster Farms Makes 64,000-Pound Turkey Donation To Food Banks
Livingston, California-based Foster Farms renewed its holiday hunger relief efforts recently with a 64,000-pound turkey donation to West Coast food banks. This donation will bring a holiday meal to more than 80,000 people in need across three states to help address food assistance needs. Foster Farms also is delivering thousands of holiday turkeys to food banks from […]