The National Grocers Association has written a letter to the Biden administration urging the U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration to consider exempting businesses in the food supply chain from the COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Mandate. This request follows the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals decision to lift the stay on the Emergency Temporary Standard. […]
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In-Store Salad Bar Concept Picadeli Partners With Albertsons Cos.
Picadeli, a Swedish salad pioneer, is launching in the U.S. market through its debut partnership with Albertsons Cos. Picadeli offers a modular store-in-store salad bar concept with the mission to make fresh, healthy food accessible and affordable to the masses. Accessibility is a core pillar for Picadeli, believing that healthy food should be available to […]
Attracting Young Talent To The Grocery Industry
by Jim Dudlicek / NGA director of Communications and External Affairs It’s no secret that independent community grocers have a lot to offer young workers who are seeking a meaningful, challenging and rewarding career. But when it comes to selling this younger talent pool on a career in grocery, independent retailers are battling both the competitive […]
Peter Pan Seafood Celebrates First Year Under New American Ownership
In January 2021, Peter Pan Seafood, a company with deep Alaska roots, was acquired by an American ownership group. One year later, the company has delivered on the promises it made and has unveiled a new brand identity. The look harnesses the original spirit of the company, the connection to the company’s storybook namesake and […]
Plant Based World Expo 2021 Exceeds Expectations
After a two-and-a-half year hiatus, Plant Based World Expo North America returned to the Javits Center in New York City on Dec. 9 and 10. Attendees at the 100 percent plant-based business to business industry event were treated to best-in-class plant-based products, product innovations, informative speakers and networking opportunities. The exhibit space grew by more than 65 […]
Aldi Issues 2022 Charcuterie Board Trend Report
As charcuterie boards continue to trend, online searches about charcuterie are up nearly 300 percent in the past 12 months, according to Aldi. New and creative charcuterie boards have been extremely popular this year, and Aldi predicts this will continue to grow throughout 2022. The ALDI Charcuterie Board of Directors (consisting of seven experts across food and wine) […]
NGA Asks Independents To Support Enforcement Of Antitrust Laws
National Grocers Association President and CEO Greg Ferrara has written an open letter to the independent food retailing community outlining NGA’s efforts working for enforcement of antitrust laws. The organization wants to to ensure a level playing field for independent retailers and wholesalers. “For nearly 40 years, the National Grocers Association has fought for a […]
PLMA Cancels January Trade Show
COVID-fueled travel restrictions lead to cancellation The Private Label Manufacturers Association has canceled its Jan. 30 – Feb. 1 Private Label Trade Show in Chicago due to the debilitating effects of COVID-19 on business travel. It is the second cancellation of the show, which was originally to be held last month. “This action was taken […]
