Winkler Wholesale Grocers Inc. has joined the Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) as a licensed distribution center (LDC). As an official member of the network, Winkler is licensed to distribute IGA exclusive brand products to independent grocery stores across its service region and has access to the full suite of IGA programs in support of their […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, Midwest, News
Meijer To Hold ‘Inside The Ropes’ Contest At LPGA Classic
The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will hold a new contest for a chance to win an “Inside the Ropes” experience. The public is invited to submit a 400-word essay sharing why their father or positive role model deserves an exclusive “Inside the Ropes” experience at the 2025 Meijer LPGA Classic. The essay should […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, News, SpartanNash
SpartanNash Opens Fourth Supermercado Nuestra Familia
SpartanNash recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest Supermercado Nuestra Familia – the fourth location for SpartanNash’s Hispanic retail banner. The newly renovated Supermercado Nuestra Familia at 5101 Harrison St. in Omaha, Nebraska, was previously a Family Fare, with the transition reflecting the company’s commitment to providing a tailored shopping experience that reflects the […]
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Leadership: Grateful To Mom For Strong Work Ethic
In the days of old when most children worked alongside their parents, taking care of the house or farm chores or in other businesses, there were multiple moments in every single day that a good work ethic was learned, taught and lived. I would guess that anyone over age 50 could tell story after story […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National, News
Young American Food Brands Acquires Best Provision
Young American Food Brands, operating under the brand label Miami Beef, has bought Best Provision, a New Jersey-based company that makes premium smoked and cooked meats. This acquisition, the fourth for Young American since 2022, strategically integrates Best Provision’s established customer base and product line, which includes a variety of premium smoked meats such as […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, News, Northeast
Baldor Purchases Premium Meat Company Golden Packing
Baldor Specialty Foods, a food distributor in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, has acquired premium cut meat company Golden Packing. As part of the sale, Baldor will transition the Hunts Point Cooperative Market business to a new brand label, Golden Meat Co. This acquisition blends Baldor’s sourcing and logistical capabilities with Golden Packing’s expertise in meat […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, News, Northeast
Utz Debuts New Summer Chip Flavor – Lemonade
Utz has partnered with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, an independent childhood cancer charity, to introduce Utz Lemonade Potato Chips. The chips combine the sweetness of lemonade with the classic salty crunch of potato chips. “Just in time for summer, Utz Lemonade Potato Chips bring together the nostalgic sweet and tart taste of classic lemonade with […]
Posted inProduce News, News, West
Altar Produce Expands Specialty Vegetable Offerings
Altar Produce, a Calexico, California-based leader in the production and marketing of premium vegetables, has begun an expansion of its specialty vegetable offerings, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, quality and customer-driven solutions. As part of this growth initiative, Altar Produce is beginning a growth on its year-round green onion program, designed to meet the rising […]