Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based Dollar General Corp. has announced the evolution of its media network, DGMN, which initially debuted in 2018. DGMN aims to unlock the next generation of growth for the retailer’s advertising partners by exceeding benchmarks and industry standards. With DGMN, Dollar General provides access to real-time data with trusted brands to help them serve […]
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Posted inThe Kroger Co., Online Grocery Technology, Southeast
Kroger Delivery Available In South Florida
Propelled by steady growth, Kroger Delivery now is serving customers in South Florida with the opening of a new spoke location in Miami. The 60,000-square-foot spoke facility, in collaboration with the Fulfillment Center in Groveland, Florida, will serve as a last-mile cross-dock location that expands Kroger Delivery’s ability to serve more customers. “We are thrilled […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
RangeMe Deal Days Boosts Speed, Reduces Risk Of Sourcing
San Francisco-based RangeMe, the world’s largest product discovery and sourcing platform will host RangeMe Deal Days, a new series of events to accelerate B2B commerce between retailers, foodservice operators and brands. These events consist of specific periods of time throughout the year during which buyers can enjoy discounts on wholesale purchases. “Independent retailers are always looking to differentiate themselves with unique product assortments,” […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
9 Reasons To Unshackle Yourself From Your Weekly Ad
Sponsored Content 1. The weekly ad of today has remained virtually unchanged for decades. Weekly ads have stood still while customers have become far more sophisticated in their expectations. 2. The weekly ad as it is has no flexibility. Print ads typically have a two week lead time if not longer. What happens when there […]
Posted inPackaging News, National
Nassau Candy’s Clever Candy Launches New Packaged Line
Nassau Candy, a leading manufacturer of specialty and private label confections, is launching an exclusive packaged line under its Clever Candy Brand. The expansion of the Clever Candy range offers retailers and customers a new way to enjoy confections. The inaugural products in Nassau Candy’s Clever Candy line will be packaged versions of the company’s […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southwest
Opopop Celebrates Anniversary With Limited Edition Birthday Big Bag
Denver, Colorado-based Opopop is celebrating its one-year anniversary in June with the launch of a limited edition Birthday Flavor Wrapped Kernels Birthday big bag and a week of giveaways with more than $1,000 worth of prizes for consumers to enjoy. The company said that it is redefining traditional popcorn with the invention of its Flavor Wrapped Kernels […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Online Grocery Technology, Southeast
Kroger, Market Wagon Partner For Digital Farmers Market
The Kroger Co. has launched a digital farmers market in Atlanta, Georgia, in partnership with Market Wagon. Developed as an e-commerce marketplace for local farmers and businesses, the service is a digital platform that offers customers a range of fresh, local products. Market Wagon partners with more than 2,500 local farmers and artisans to take […]
Posted inPackaging News, West
Alkaline88’s Club Pack Launches In Sam’s Club Locations
Scottsdale, Arizona-based The Alkaline Water Company Inc. has announced its Alkaline88 1 gallon will be available in 589 Sam’s Clubs across the country in a 4 pack “club pack.” The club pack was designed exclusively for Sam’s Club’s over 40 million members. “The Alkaline88 1 gallon has always distinguished itself due to its size, packaging […]
Posted inPackaging News, West
Koe Organic Kombucha Unveils Rebranded Cans, Recipe
Los Angeles-based Koe Organic Kombucha has unveiled new packaging for its cans for the launch at Target and Rite Aid locations. This rebrand comes alongside a refreshed Koe recipe that has 200 percent more of the recommended daily value of vitamin C, with 25 calories per serving, 15mg of caffeine and 5-6g of sugar per can. […]
Posted inMarketing News, Southeast
Catalina Launches ‘Ultimate Pricing And Promotion Inflation Guide’
St. Petersburg, Florida-based Catalina has released “The 2022 Ultimate Pricing & Promotion Inflation Guide for CPG Marketers” to help navigate current economic challenges. According to the guide, brand loyalty is being challenged like never before, as more people change their shopping behavior by looking for lower-priced alternatives, including store brands, and seeking more promotions and discounts. […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
ShineWater Introduces Kid-Friendly Pouch Packaging
Bay City, Michigan-based ShineWater has introduced new ShineWater Pouches that deliver Vitamin D in a kid-friendly format with bright, fruit flavor infusions. ShineWater Pouches are formulated to include essential nutrients and ingredients with zero grams of added sugar, five milligrams of sodium, one gram of carbohydrates, vitamin D, vitamin B12, zinc, calcium, folate and magnesium, […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southwest
Doritos, Stranger Things Partner For ‘Live From The Upside Down’ Concert
Plano, Texas-based Doritos is partnering with Netflix’s Stranger Things 4 to create a “Live From The Upside Down” virtual concert June 23. The Stranger Things story goes that back in 1986, a tour bus crashed near Hawkins, Indiana, headed to the Doritos Music Fest ’86. The musicians disappeared into another dimension and the show was canceled […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, Northeast
Geissler’s To Begin Accepting Online SNAP Payments Through Rosie
East Windsor, Connecticut-based Geissler’s Supermarket has launched SNAP online payments with its e-commerce service powered by Rosie. Geissler’s customers in Connecticut and Massachusetts can use their SNAP EBT benefits to make purchases online for curbside pick-up and home delivery. This payment type increases access to fresh and local food for members of the community most in […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southeast
Pete’s of Erie Inc. Adopts Passport Express Lane Self-Checkout
Greensboro, North Carolina-based Pete’s of Erie Inc., a convenience store retailer with 50 stores across Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri, has selected Gilbarco Veeder-Root’s Passport Express Lane self-checkout system to elevate the overall customer experience and store efficiency of the “Pete’s” brand. The brand will install Express Lane in all 50 stores along with the CPI […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southeast
Milliken, Invista Partners To Showcase Impact Copolymer Packaging
Spartanburg, South Carolina-based Milliken & Co. is pleased to be exhibiting at IDDBA expo taking place June 5-7 in Atlanta. In Booth No. 2651, the producer of plastic additives and colorants will be highlighting its collaboration with Invista, the U.S. polypropylene resin manufacturer. Together, the partners used Milliken’s DeltaMax performance modifier to develop a new PP […]
Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Southwest
Yesway Opens 3 Allsup’s Stores In Texas
Yesway celebrated the grand opening of three new Allsup’s-branded stores this month in Texas. The stores are located at 410 E. 11th St. in Friona; 1303 East 1st St. in Hereford; and 1590 Northwest Pkwy. in Azle. These are the latest in a previously announced series of rebuilds Yesway is undertaking within the Yesway and […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Northeast, Sustainability News
UNFI’s Climate Goals Validated By Science-Based Target Initiative
Providence, Rhode Island-based United Natural Foods Inc. has announced its emissions reduction targets have been validated and approved by the Science-based Targets Initiative, making the company among the first North American wholesale grocery distributors to adopt these targets. A core element of UNFI’s 2030 Environmental, Social and Governance agenda, Better for All, is a commitment to […]
Posted inH-E-B, Grocery Store Layout, Southwest
H-E-B Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony May 25 In Allen, TX
H-E-B held a groundbreaking celebration May 25 to mark the official start of construction on its newest store in Allen, Texas. Set to open in late summer 2023, the new store will be located at the corner of Exchange Parkway and State Highway 5, across the street from Allen High School. This will be the […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Midwest, Supply Chain News
Kroger Fulfillment Network Expands To Central Ohio
The Kroger Co. will offer more Americans delivery through the addition of a spoke facility in Central Ohio. The addition of a delivery spoke brings e-commerce to the Central Ohio area, including Columbus, and will extend the grocer’s reach and ability to provide services to its customers. “We’re proud to expand the Kroger fulfillment network in […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Southwest
McLane Honors Former Military Employees For Memorial Day
Temple, Texas-based McLane Company Inc., a supply chain services firm, is observing Memorial Day by recognizing its former military employees. The company stated that it “has long understood the value of hiring former members of the military. With offices and distribution centers located near some of America’s largest military bases, McLane is well-positioned to recruit […]