Businesses across the nation continue to face the challenges brought by the Covid-19 pandemic. United Fresh’s foundation has started a donation program to help kids and families; the national trucking industry is asking for help and Kraft Heinz, in a business update, has announced the postponement of its Investor Day event. United Fresh Start […]
Category: Grocery Industry
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, COVID News, Grocery Store Layout, Health & Wellness, Home Page Latest News, Midwest
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed, Retailers Add To Safety Measures
As the nation continues to wage battle against Covid-19, grocery retailers and affiliated businesses across the country are doing their part to try to keep employees and customers safe. In the Midwest, the Kroger Family of Cos. is taking additional protective measures and Casey’s General Stores is updating customers on how it is fighting the […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Marketing News, West
Sun World Expands Supply Capability Of Licensed Grapes
Sun World International LLC has granted new licenses to several California and Mexico produce companies, further expanding the supply and distribution of its proprietary grape varieties, Licensing VP Garth Swinburn recently announced. The new licensees include Anthony Vineyards Inc. for grapes produced in California’s Coachella Valley and Illume Ag Sales LLC (formerly known as Fabbri […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, COVID News, Food Lion, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Safety, Helping Neighbors Priorities For SE Grocers During Pandemic
Keeping employees and customers safe, and trying to make life a little easier during the Covid-19 pandemic, are priorities for grocery retailers. In the Southeast, Southeastern Grocers is expanding its safety precautions, Food Lion customers can help feed their neighbors and Publix Pharmacy is extending its hours of operation. And Georgia has issued guidelines for […]
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Guest Columnist: After Covid-19, Grocery Future Should Be Pretty Bright
by Aleya Jennings Gatesman It is obvious that the Covid-19 pandemic is changing everything in the world right now. While an infinite number of questions remain about what to expect in our new normal, it may be my upbeat nature but I’m especially curious to explore some of the positives that may emerge from our current […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Shelby Exclusives, Southwest
Market Profile: Population Growth Causes Optimism In North Texas
by John McCurry/contributing writer In-migration to North Texas helps keep grocers happy and optimistic. Major corporate relocations to the region have brought an influx of new customers. Texas ranked second in the nation for relocation activity in 2018, according to the 2020 edition of the Texas Relocation Report released earlier this year by the Texas […]
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SE Grocery Retailers Work To Keep Employees, Customers Safe
Grocery retailers across the nation are on the front lines of the battle against Covid-19. Keeping customers and employees safe is a top priority, and many are thanking their employees for the selfless hard work with bonuses and other benefits. In the Southeast, Ingles Markets is hiring more associates and giving an appreciation bonus to […]
Posted inProduce News, COVID News, Home Page Slider, Marketing News, Online Grocery Technology, Southwest
DMA Solutions Offers Free Communications To Brands, Marketers
Dallas, Texas-based DMA Solutions now is offering companies within the fresh food space a free communications consultation to position consumer messaging and communications during this unparalleled time. The spread of Covid-19 and frequent shutdowns have people talking about fresh produce and food more than ever. Each and every day, DMA Solutions is at the forefront […]