Majority of items ‘comparable if not better’ by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer This is the second article in a three-part series by The Shelby Report on private label brands. Affiliated Foods Amarillo is having an “incredible year” in private brand sales, according to the president and CEO of the Amarillo, Texas-based wholesaler, Randy Arceneaux. Year-to-date, […]
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Pure Honey Has New Life Beyond Pandemic Living
Sponsored content It’s hard to believe that honey – considered one of the oldest foods in existence – has a new life. That’s because with all of the baking, pantry stocking and kitchen experimenting associated with life in the days of COVID-19 and beyond, honey is flying off of the shelves, into shopping carts and […]
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IGA Plans Virtual Global Rally On Nov. 10, In-Person Event Set For 2021
Earlier this year when the pandemic began to take hold in the U.S., IGA postponed its annual IGA Global Rally with plans to reschedule for the fall. With COVID-19 continuing to spread, stores still stressed with increased volume, out of stocks and labor shortages and the safety of travel still in question, IGA has made […]
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Pilgrim’s Pride Announces Agreement With DOJ Antitrust Division
Pilgrim’s Pride Corp. said Oct. 14 that it has entered into a plea agreement with the United States Department of Justice Antitrust Division in respect to its investigation into the sales of broiler chicken products in the United States. In the plea agreement, which is subject to the approval of the United States District Court […]
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Column: Retailers Need To Cash And Tax Plan Now
by Tatyana Levy, CFO of FMS Solutions Holdings COVID-19 has created an interesting environment for the independent grocer and the world. Independents have done an excellent job serving their communities and insuring a safe environment for their employees and customers alike. As we look forward to a vaccine and a return to normal, retailers may […]
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United Fresh Builds Next Generation Of Produce Safety Professionals
United Fresh Produce Association is now accepting applications for Class Two of the Produce Safety Immersion Program. To further support the career development of produce safety professionals, it also is launching two new programs: a food safety student membership and a food safety job board. “Despite a global pandemic, Class One of the Produce Safety […]
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FMI Launches Facts About Food Prices Campaign
FMI – The Food Industry Association is launching a web experience, report and online learning opportunities regarding how food prices are determined and how the COVID-19 shock to the supply chain affected them. The campaign’s objective is to provide broader context and clarity for how prices are set and how food costs play a factor on grocery bills. As part […]
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PMA, CGT Celebrate Legacy Of Excellence By Honoring Award Winners
Produce Marketing Association and Center for Growing Talent have announced the 2020 winners of four major annual awards leading up to Fresh Summit. The awards are given each year during Fresh Summit and this year, the winners will accept their awards during the General Sessions, Women’s Fresh Perspectives General Session and the Talent Community Reception. […]