Aldi is reducing prices on 400-plus products – nearly 25 percent of its in-store selection – across more than 2,400 locations nationwide. From fresh meats and organic produce to pantry essentials and summer treats, customers can expect discounts throughout the season. “Our customers count on Aldi for the lowest prices of any national grocer, every […]
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NGA Foundation Empowers Independent Grocers Through ELDP
The National Grocers Association (NGA) Foundation has completed its four-day Executive Leadership Development Program (ELDP). Held June 1-5 at Cornell University, the program features a blend of learning experiences, lectures and collaborative group activities designed to develop and enhance leadership skills. “ELDP continues to educate, inspire and empower talented professionals who are driving growth and […]
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FMI Names 2025 Store Manager Awards Winners
FMI – The Food Industry Association has announced the winners of the 2025 Store Manager Awards, honoring those in grocery retail who demonstrate outstanding leadership, elevate store performance and inspire teams across the industry. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the awards program, celebrating two decades of excellence in food retail management. “For the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Online Grocery Technology, West
Simbe Brings Store Intelligence Platform To DeCicco & Sons
Simbe has announced a strategic retail automation partnership with family-owned DeCicco & Sons grocery chain that will install its Store Intelligence platform at the grocer’s new flagship location in Sleepy Hollow, New York, with additional rollouts planned in Eastchester and Larchmont. Simbe’s platform offers real-time, storewide visibility into pricing accuracy, inventory levels and product placement […]
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Uribe To Take On Expanded Role At Certco
Certco Inc. EVP Justyne Uribe has been promoted to take on an expanded role as EVP of marketing and merchandising, according to an announcement from President and CEO Amy Niemetscheck. She began her new duties June 1. “It has become transparent that we need to be showing cohesive efforts in driving brand growth with our […]
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Stars Commit To 2025 Meijer LPGA Classic For Simply Give
Some of the biggest names in women’s golf are set to return to Michigan June 12-15 for the 2025 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give at Blythefield Country Club. Headlining the early commitments in the 144-player field are defending champion Lilia Vu and past champions Lexi Thompson, Brooke Henderson, Mirim Lee and Leona Maguire. The 2024 […]
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Carla Hall, The Fresh Market Partner With Alzheimer’s Association
The Fresh Market has teamed up with celebrity chef Carla Hall and the Alzheimer’s Association to raise awareness and support research and resources during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. From June 1-30 at all The Fresh Market locations nationwide, the grocer will donate 10 percent of proceeds from every purchase of Carla Hall’s Sweet Heritage Butter […]
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Whole Foods Market Daily Shop Opens In NYC’s Hell’s Kitchen
Whole Foods Market opened the third location of its smaller format store concept, Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, June 4 at 301 West 50th St. in New York City’s Hell’s Kitchen. The 8,500-square-foot store features more than 400 items from the Northeast, each meeting Whole Foods Market’s quality standards. “This neighborhood is very dynamic – […]
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Publix Continues Growth Trajectory With New Kentucky Store
Publix continued expanding into its eighth state by opening a new store June 5 at 3855 Fountainblue Lane in Lexington, Kentucky. “We are excited to open our second location in Lexington at The Fountains at Palomar,” said Publix Media Relations Manager Jared Glover. “Customers can start their shopping trip at our Pours café, where they […]
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Save A Lot Shares 2024 Social Impact Report
St. Louis-based Save A Lot has released the “A Lot of Good Report 2024,” a social impact overview detailing the company’s work to drive value for stakeholders. The report offers a snapshot of key initiatives, programs and stories that highlight the 48-year-old company’s progress in creating a positive impact for employees, retail partners, customers and […]
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The Giant Co. Brings Back Healing The Planet Grant Program
The Giant Co., in partnership with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, has announced the return of the Healing the Planet grant program, which invests in tree plantings across the commonwealth. A total of $112,000 in funding will be awarded to tax-exempt organizations this year. Eligible projects must be shovel ready and include planting trees and direct related […]
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NGA Leads Call For Increased Antitrust Enforcement Funding
A coalition of more than 40 business organizations and associations, led by the National Grocers Association (NGA), sent a letter to Congress making the case for robust funding for the Department of Justice Antitrust Division and the Federal Trade Commission. The letter, addressed to Congressional appropriators, urges immediate investment in the federal agencies responsible for enforcing U.S. […]
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American Bakers Association Offers Optimistic Outlook
Despite inflation and economic uncertainty, the American Bakers Association (ABA) forecasts steady, slow growth in the retail and foodservice space over the next few years. Acknowledging that 94 percent of consumers are concerned about their current financial situation due to inflation, ABA President and CEO Eric Dell still sees some positive signs. “The good news […]
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St Pierre Groupe Goes All Out For ‘Biggest And Most Important’ Show
St Pierre Groupe brought a big team to New Orleans to staff a big booth for IDDBA 2025. Sarah Boddy, UK-based managing director of St Pierre Groupe, said the show is the only one where the brioche pioneer brings this large a booth, which is modeled after the famous French neighborhood Montmartre and the café […]
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ASG Advocates For Independent Grocers at NGA Fly-In
Associated Supermarket Group (ASG) joined independent grocers from across the country May 20-21 for the 2025 NGA Fly-In for Fair Competition in Washington, D.C., meeting with lawmakers on Capitol Hill to advocate for industry priorities. Discussions focused on protecting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), lowering credit card swipe fees and ensuring fair pricing across […]
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Report: eGrocery Sales Growth To Outpace In-Store By 5x Through 2029
A new five-year forecast from Brick Meets Click reveals that eGrocery sales growth in the U.S. will far exceed in-store sales through 2029. While overall grocery spending is projected to slow, online grocery sales – including pickup, delivery and ship-to-home – are forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 8.9 percent, compared […]
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PFMA Presents Honor Renamed For Late Leader
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) recently brought together leaders from across the food and beverage industry for its 2025 Annual Conference. The event included two days of networking, education sessions and special recognitions, including the presentation of the newly renamed Lisa Dell’Alba Food Industry Trailblazer Award to Tom Charley, co-owner of Charley Family Shop […]
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Weis Markets, Partners Toast World Milk Day
To mark World Milk Day on June 1 and kick off National Dairy Month, Weis Markets teamed up with several organizations for a celebration at its store in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, to highlight the importance of dairy and launch the 10th annual Fill A Glass With Hope campaign. The groups included the PA Dairymen’s Association, Feeding […]
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IDDBA 2025 Photo Gallery
IDDBA 2025 wrapped up June 3 in New Orleans, showcasing the latest information, trends and products in the dairy, deli and bakery industries. Academy Award-winning director, producer and actor Kevin Costner headlined the General Session speaker lineup, which also included Michael Strahan, TV host, entrepreneur and philanthropist; Carla Hall, a Food Network star; and author […]
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Expert: ‘Just-in-time Shopping’ Favors Dairy, Deli, Bakery Space
Keyed by a rise in “just-in-time” shopping, dairy, deli and bakery departments are outpacing general food sales for both the first five months of this year and the past 52 weeks. In addition, they are boosted by the growth of special occasions, some 32 billion annually, and a focus on convenience and new flavors. These […]