The 141 recipients of Shelby Publishing’s second annual Exceptional Independents Awards (EIA) were recognized March 11 at a reception during the NGA Show at the Caesars Forum Convention Center in Las Vegas. Accompanied by friends and family, 64 of the honorees were on hand, filling the Summit Room on the show floor. Addressing the crowd, […]
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Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Dunnhumby, Placer.ai Begin Partnership For Consumer Insights
Dunnhumby and Placer.ai have partnered to empower retailers to unlock online and offline customer insights and create unique customer propositions. By combining location data, behavioral science and dunnhumby expertise in retail consulting, the partnership aims to give retailers and CPG companies an edge in competitive environments. The partnership will introduce a new range of connected […]
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Rouses’ Nathan Honored As WGA Woman Of The Year
Women Grocers of America (WGA) presented its Woman of the Year Award March 11 to Marcy Nathan, creative director of Louisiana-based grocery retailer Rouses Markets. Presented during the 2024 NGA Show in Las Vegas, the award has been given annually since 1996 to a female working in the grocery industry who displays strong leadership, a […]
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Harmons’ Ireland Crowned Best Bagger Champion At 2024 NGA Show
The National Grocers Association (NGA) presented a $10,000 cash prize to Madison Ireland of Harmons Neighborhood Grocer in Utah after being crowned the winner March 11 of the annual Best Bagger Championship. The contest, sponsored by PepsiCo, was held on the second day of The NGA Show, which brings together independent retailers and wholesalers, food retail industry executives, […]
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Sold-Out Exhibit Floor Marks Opening Of NGA Show Expo Hall
The 2024 NGA Show, the premier tradeshow for the independent supermarket industry, opened Day 2 on March 11, with nearly 350 exhibitors and sponsors showcasing products and services in the expo hall at the Caesars Forum Convention Center. With nearly 50 educational sessions and more than 100 speakers discussing the most relevant topics facing food […]
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IGA Names Instacart As Red Oval Partner
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has partnered with Instacart as its new Red Oval Partner. Through the arrangement, Instacart will make it easier for more than 2,000 IGA member stores across the U.S to access its suite of advanced technologies, insights and benefits. These services offer enterprise-grade technology products and solutions that enhance retailers’ e-commerce […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National
FMI Report: Seafood Sales Return To Pre-Pandemic Level
During Seafood Expo North America, FMI – The Food Industry Association released its “Power of Seafood 2024“ report, which found seafood volume and dollar amounts have decreased, however, consumers are choosing to cook seafood dishes at home. With these shifts in purchasing and consumption, food retailers can attract seafood shoppers by emphasizing nutrition, sustainability and […]
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Independent Grocers Gather As 2024 NGA Show Opens
Celebrity chef Carla Hall delivered the opening keynote address for 2024 NGA Show. Based on early estimates, the 2024 NGA Show – which opened Sunday at the Caesars Forum Convention Center in Las Vegas – is on pace to be the largest in the history of the National Grocers Association. The popular three-day gathering, which […]
Posted inProduce News, National
ReposiTrak Adds 10 Produce Suppliers To Traceability Network
ReposiTrak has announced the addition of 10 produce companies to the ReposiTrak Traceability Network. These members will exchange FDA-required key data elements for each critical tracking event in their supply chains, ensuring proactive compliance before the January 2026 deadline. The new members include: A California-based produce supplier in operation for more than 170 years; A […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, National
Oscar Mayer Introduces Plant-Based Hot Dogs, Sausages
The Kraft Heinz Not Company has debuted NotHotDogs and NotSausages, the first plant-based Oscar Mayer offerings and the first plant-based meat innovation from the joint venture between The Kraft Heinz Co. and TheNotCompany. The U.S. plant-based market is projected to skyrocket from $8.3 billion in 2023 to $19 billion by 2030. However, plant-based hot dogs […]
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FMI Encourages Biden To Help Reel In Credit Card Fees
In her response to the State of the Union Address on March 7, FMI – The Food Industry Association President and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin encouraged President Joe Biden to focus on solutions instead of politics. Sarasin’s statement began by acknowledging that Biden covered a “variety of issues affecting Americans across the country, including economic issues.” […]
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Report: Shoppers Want To Add Produce To Meal Occasions
Consumers want to incorporate produce into more meal occasions, reduce produce waste and learn more about the nutritional value of fresh foods, identifying opportunities for growth within this fresh retail department. These were among the findings of the “Power of Produce 2024″ report, released March 8 by FMI – The Food Industry Association during the Southeast […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Aldi, National
Aldi Plans To Add 800 New Stores By 2028
Batavia, Illinois-based Aldi has shared plans to add 800 stores nationwide by the end of 2028 through a combination of new openings and store conversions. As a key part of its plans, Aldi also announced the completion of its acquisition of Southeastern Grocers’ Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket banners, which will drive significant growth in the Southeast […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Association News, National
Report: Meat Department Posts Strong Start To Year
The average price per pound in the meat department across all cuts and kinds, both fixed and random weight, stood at $4.55 in January, up 1.2 percent from year-on-year, according to a recent Circana and 210 Analytics report. Processed meat tends to have the higher prices, but its average price per pound decreased for bacon, […]
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Three Regional Grocers Establish Instacart Storefronts
Recent retailer additions to the Instacart Storefront, which is billed as an affordable way for grocers of all sizes to get online and add e-commerce to their websites, include Canseco’s Market, Harps Foods and Price Chopper. “Instacart Storefront offers our team the opportunity to easily configure and deploy a custom-branded website, particularly as we continue […]
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FMI Backs Bill To Address Food Traceability Rule Challenges
FMI – The Food Industry Association welcomed the introduction of the “Food Traceability Enhancement Act” in the U.S. House by Reps. Scott Franklin (R-FL), Sanford Bishop (D-GA) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) that would address key implementation and compliance challenges with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Food Traceability Rule. The legislation would make targeted improvements […]
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Report: Frozen Foods Can Help Family Budgets, Meals
Citing their convenience and affordability, the latest Atomik survey by the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association found that frozen foods contribute to healthy meals. Parents find frozen foods to be a particularly valuable tool for meal planning and rising grocery costs. A significant portion (76 percent) of parents surveyed agree the products help them […]
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NGA Reveals 2024 Creative Choice Award Winners
The National Grocers Association (NGA), along with sponsoring partners Kellanova and Unilever, have revealed the winners of its annual Creative Choice Awards, which recognizes the best marketing and merchandising programs among independent grocery retailers. Recipients of the Creative Choice Awards will receive national recognition at The NGA Show March 10-12 at the Caesars Forum Convention […]
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IGA, AppCard Partner To Improve Shopping Experience
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has begun a strategic partnership with AppCard, a personalized marketing and shopper analytics solution for independent grocers. This collaboration marks a milestone in both companies’ commitment to enhancing the customer shopping experience and driving greater loyalty in the independent grocery sector. Under this new partnership, AppCard will become a member of […]
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NGA Thanks Congress For Protecting SNAP
The National Grocers Association (NGA) is thanking members of Congress for protecting grocers and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants in the FY 2024 agriculture appropriations bill by eliminating a provision that could have caused widespread disruptions and undercut SNAP’s effectiveness. A proposal dropped from the final bill would have sharply limited the types of […]