Posted inPackaging News, Midwest

ProAmpac Introduces ProActive PCR Retort Pouches

ProAmpac has launched its ProActive PCR Retort pouches containing post-consumer recycled material. This new offering is one of the options ProAmpac’s ProActive Sustainability platform provides retailers and brands looking for solutions to meet their circular economy goals. “At ProAmpac, we understand the importance of sustainability to our customers,” said Charles Golub, ProAmpac food and beverage market manager. “ProActive PCR […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Southwest

United Supermarkets Begins Loyalty Campaign Giveaway

With its “Fresher for Longer” loyalty campaign, United Supermarkets, a division of Albertsons Companies Inc., is offering its Rewards! members the opportunity to earn extra benefits with every shopping visit. In addition to earning points redeemable for free groceries and discounts on food and fuel, United Supermarkets’ customers can earn digital stamps redeemable for MasterChef Food Storage products through […]

Posted inSustainability News, Southwest

Sysco Introduces ‘One Planet. One Table’ Product Line

Houston-based Sysco Corporation has launched its “One Planet. One Table.” assortment, the largest offering of certified and sustainably focused products.    The Sysco “One Planet. One Table.” assortment includes more than 3,000 items across 15 categories that are:   Backed by one of more than 20 sustainability certifications and standards;  Included in Sysco’s sustainability commitments […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West

SymphonyAI Announces Retail Innovation Award Winners

SymphonyAI has announced that K-VA-T Food Stores, The Kraft Heinz Co. and METRO are the recipients of this year’s CPG Tempo Awards. The award honorees are being recognized for innovation and excellence in using SymphonyAI solutions to optimize assortments, increase revenue and improve collaboration between brands and retailers in a fast-changing landscape. K-VA-T Food Stores […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Association News, National

NGA Foundation’s SEMTAC Website Goes Live For SNAP Help

The National Grocers Association Foundation has officially launched the SNAP EBT Modernization Technical Assistance Center (SEMTAC) website to assist grocers with their SNAP online purchasing pilot questions. Funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service, the SEMTAC website has been designed to serve as a resource hub, offering information […]

Posted inPackaging News, National

Study Highlights Understanding of Packaging, Food Waste

New research from Michigan State University’s School of Packaging sheds light on how consumers’ understanding of packaging technology may help combat the growing problem of food waste.  Minding the Gap: Consumer Awareness of Packaging & Food Waste Reduction, a white paper summarizing MSU’s research, offers key insights into types of wasted food and package design […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Merchandising News, National

Prices Remain Big Worry During Thanksgiving Season

According to Acosta’s proprietary shopper community, prices remain a “big concern” this Thanksgiving, with 40 percent of consumers looking for deals, “using coupons and comparison shopping.” Acosta reports that a majority of hosts plan to prepare the entire holiday meal themselves, while 40 percent plan to attend Thanksgiving as a guest. The company also found […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Midwest

Whole Foods Market Relocating To New Site In Madison, WI

Whole Foods Market’s new 50,000-square-foot store, which will open Dec. 13 at 4710 Madison Yards Way in Madison, Wisconsin, is a relocation of its current store in the capital city. The Madison Whole Foods Market site will anchor the 21-acre Madison Yards mixed-use development, where other retail, restaurants and entertainment will surround a central green […]