Hy-Vee Inc. has opened two new stores in Wisconsin, expanding its footprint in the state to eight locations. The Janesville site is a reimagined grocery store with a new layout – the sixth of its kind for the retailer’s eight-state footprint. Hy-Vee also opened a store in the former Bill’s Food Center in Oregon, Wisconsin. […]
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Posted inThe Kroger Co., Midwest, Produce News
Kroger Plans To Expand Gotham Greens Line To 1K Locations
Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. and Gotham Greens are bringing greenhouse-grown produce and plant-based foods to more customers across the country. Kroger customers can find Gotham Greens’ produce in more than 300 stores, with plans to expand to nearly 1,000 stores by the end of 2023. In addition, the expansion of Gotham Greens’ plant-based dips, cooking […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Midwest
Grocers Association Pursuing Productive Legislative Session
Official says budget surplus has ‘a lot of folks asking for a lot of things’ Minnesota began 2023 with a projected state budget surplus of more than $17 billion, according to Jamie Pfuhl, president of the Minnesota Grocers Association. “A lot of people have a lot of ideas how to spend the money,” she said. […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
AdAdapted Names Kates As SVP Of Marketing
Ann Arbor, Michigan-based AdAdapted has appointed Matthew Kates as the SVP of marketing. Kates will scale the marketing organization to ensure both short and long-term growth for AdAdapted through messaging, communications and product innovation. A consumer goods industry veteran of about 25 years, Kates brings a diverse history with experience in brand management, media, promotion and loyalty. […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Awarded RippleMatch’s 2023 Campus Forward Award
Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. has been awarded the 2023 Campus Forward Award in the Enterprise Early Career Programs category for excellence in early career hiring. “With six generations making up our workforce, Kroger understands the importance of early talent development and how impactful internship programs can define our company culture for years to come,” said […]
Posted inAssociation News, Midwest
MGA Names Robbins As Legislator Of The Year Recipient
The Minnesota Grocers Association presented its 2023 MGA Legislator of the Year award to Representative Kristin Robbins at its annual legislative dinner on Jan. 31 at the St. Paul Hotel in St. Paul, Minnesota. Each year, the Minnesota Grocers Association acknowledges a lawmaker who demonstrates commitment to the food industry. The 2023 MGA Legislator of […]
Posted inAssociation News, Midwest
Minnesota Grocers Association Holds Annual Bipartisan Bag-Off
The Minnesota Grocers Association hosted its sixth Annual Bipartisan Bag-Off Jan. 31 at the Minnesota State Capitol. This event highlighted the Minnesota food industry and the impact it has on serving consumers, providing careers and investing in its communities. The bag-off featured representation from each of the four legislative caucuses and a member from the […]
Posted inKeHE Distributors, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
KeHE’s Summer Show To Feature New Products, Trends
KeHE Distributors will feature top trends, merchandising ideas and expert industry insights throughout its 2023 KeHE Summer Show. The event will be held in Nashville, Tennessee, from Feb. 7-8 and online in KeHE Connect through Feb. 15. The show is the industry event for its suppliers and retailers to see the latest trends and get exclusive […]