In an effort to strengthen its advocacy efforts by establishing precise connections on Capitol Hill, the National Grocers Association has unveiled its Grocery Guard program. The program is a nationwide network of owners and industry leaders who have volunteered to contact a member of Congress when the independent grocery industry needs to relay the importance […]
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Posted inSnacks Brands, C-Store News, Feature, National
Tech, Foodservice Paramount At NACS Show
Over the past 20 years, convenience stores have become much more than a place to pick up drinks, snacks or a magazine. “But what does the next 20 years look like,” asked Jeff Lenard, VP of strategic industry initiatives for the National Association of Convenience Stores. The size of the industry itself attests to its […]
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US Foods’ CHEF’STORE To Use RELEX To Unify Processes
RELEX Solutions, a provider of unified supply chain and retail planning solutions, has been selected by US Foods’ CHEF’STORE to unify its forecast and replenishment, space planning and promotion planning and optimization solutions. RELEX Solutions will support US Foods’ CHEF’STORE’s more than 85 locations throughout the U.S., allowing the chain to achieve greater supply chain […]
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Diamond Crystal Salt Co. Introduces Fine Kosher Baking Salt
Diamond Crystal Salt Co. has introduced Fine Kosher Baking Salt, designed specifically for baking. The Minneapolis-based company said the salt’s finer-cut crystals dissolve, mix and blend faster and more evenly into batters and doughs than table salt. Using Cargill’s proprietary Alberger refinement process, the baking salt delivers increased flavor and is free of additives. The […]
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September Online Grocery Sales Dip Versus Last Year
The online grocery market in the U.S. declined 3.1 percent in September versus last year, ending the month with $7.5 billion in sales, according to the latest monthly Brick Meets Click/Mercatus Grocery Shopping Survey. Declines in frequency and spending per order contributed to the drop, while an expanded base of monthly users softened the slip […]
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August Is Tough Month For Seafood Sales At Retail
Fresh and frozen seafood prices were lower this August than last, according to Circana, 210 Analytics and Elanco. Fresh shellfish had the deepest cuts in price, but all areas show very favorable conditions to consumers in August and improvements over the latest 52-week look. Inflation in powerhouse salmon has come down substantially. In August, prices […]
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Upside Expands Into Mobile Payments, Refreshes Branding
Upside has begun a series of product and brand identity changes, including mobile payment options and a refreshed logo to enhance food retailer and user experiences. “While our core remains unchanged, our company’s product evolution and rebranding signify the strides we are taking in this new phase of growth and our unwavering dedication to delivering enhanced value […]
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NAPAR Rebrands As Produce Distributors Association
Originally founded in 1989, NAPAR (National Association of Perishable Agricultural Receivers) has been rebranded into the Produce Distributors Association. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., it is the first organization of its kind that solely advocates for fresh produce distributors. Initially an east coast-based organization made up of terminal market members, a key goal of the organization is […]