More shoppers are purchasing private label (store brand) products this year compared to last year, according to a recent study of more than 6,200 consumers by Market Force Information, a worldwide leader in customer intelligence solutions. The study revealed that 98 percent of shoppers purchase private label food or cleaning products at least some of […]
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Posted in, Beverage News, National, Organic Natural
Little Me Tea Receives Non-GMO Project Verification
Big Time Tea has received Non-GMO Project verification for Little Me Tea, the company’s first-to-market, no-sugar-added, certified organic tea and juice boxes. Little Me Tea has never used GMO ingredients in its products, and this third-party verification allows consumers to shop with confidence and retailers to trust that they are carrying a quality product with […]
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New Report Offers Tips For Grocers As Consumers Demand More Personalization
As consumers continue to demand more from retailers, the grocery industry should adapt and provide targeted shopping experiences tailored to specific consumer needs and changing demographics, according to PwC’s new experience radar report titled “Front of the Line: how grocers can get ahead for the future.” Based on a survey of more than 1,000 shoppers, […]
Posted in, Grocery Industry, National
Artisanal Online Grocery Service Plans To Expand Into Five New Markets By Year End
Chicago-based Artizone, an online grocery shopping service offering a curated collection of artisanal foods from local artisans and purveyors delivered to consumers’ doors, plans to expand into five new markets by the end of the year. Currently, Artizone serves customers in Chicago and Dallas. Austin, Texas, the first of the five new markets to launch, […]
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FHI Appoints New Executive Leadership Team
Freight Handlers Inc. (FHI), one of the country’s leading providers of warehouse, retail product handling and logistics services, has made some leadership changes. Ryan Wall has been promoted to president and CEO, replacing Chairman and founder Chuck Wall as CEO. In addition, the Fuquay-Varina, N.C.-based company has named Reid Durst COO and Tal Wall CFO. […]
Posted in, Midwest, National
SpartanNash Associates To Spend Tuesday Volunteering For Twin Cities Area Nonprofits
Hundreds of SpartanNash associates located in the company’s Edina, Minn., offices plan to hit the streets Tuesday to assist 14 area nonprofit and community service organizations provide services to those in need. SpartanNash has been hosting this “Helping Hands in the Community” day since 2011 and, to date, associates have volunteered 4,084 hours. This year […]
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Laurel Grocery Co. Debuts Employee Health Clinic
Laurel Grocery Co., in partnership with KentuckyOne Health Primary Care, opened a new on-site health clinic today to Laurel Grocery employees and their families. The clinic is located just outside the company’s main warehouse on Highway 192 in London, Ky. The clinic is part of a new health initiative at Laurel Grocery under the name […]
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Pilgrim’s Pride Withdraws Proposal To Acquire Hillshire After Tyson Raises Its Offer
Pilgrim’s Pride Corp. today said it has withdrawn its proposal to acquire The Hillshire Brands Co. Pilgrim’s says its decision to withdraw follows today’s announcement by Tyson Foods to raise its bid to acquire Hillshire, from $50 per share to $63 per share in cash. The transaction is valued at approximately $8.55 billion. Tyson’s first […]