With summer celebrations in full swing and families looking for ways to stretch their grocery budgets, Food Lion has announced the launch of the MVP Savings Spectacular, a three-week savings event running June 10-30 that gives MVP loyalty members access to weekly deals on grocery essentials for summer entertaining and everyday shopping. The event features […]
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Posted inInternational Foods, Feature, Featured News, National, News
Two Economies, One Aisle: What Retailers Must Know for 2026
Most consumers report rising prices. In March, more than 70 percent of the general population said prices had risen in the last three months.
Posted inExecutive News, Featured News, Gelson's, News, West
Gelson’s Markets Taps Toyo As President, CEO
Gelson’s Markets has appointed Koichi Toyo as president and CEO, following the departure of Ryan Adams, who had held the role since April 2024. Toyo brings more than two decades of retail leadership experience to Gelson’s, having been with parent company Pan Pacific International Holdings (PPIH) since 2003. He also serves as president of Marukai […]
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Eighth‑Generation Farmer Elected Chairman Of Potatoes USA
Dave Masser was appointed for his decades of agricultural expertise, strategic vision and commitment to enhancing category performance.
Posted inGrocery Research, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, National, News
Survey: 85% Say Whole-Food Protein Is Healthier Than Processed Alternatives
A new national survey of 2,000 U.S. adults commissioned by Pre Brands finds that consumers strongly prefer real, whole‑food protein sources over processed alternatives. Eighty‑five percent of respondents say whole‑food protein is healthier than protein from processed products, 79 percent say it is more satisfying, and 74 percent say it is more filling. Nearly two‑thirds […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, Midwest, News
Family Fare, VG’s, Martin’s Lower Prices On Thousands Of Items
Family Fare, VG’s Grocery and Martin’s Super Markets are reducing prices on grocery items throughout their stores heading into the summer grilling season, according to the three banners, all members of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies. At Family Fare and VG’s, the “New Lower Prices” – most of which are 6-15 percent lower […]
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Dollar General Marks America’s 250th With Red Cross Donation
Dollar General has announced a $250,000 donation to the American Red Cross Disaster Responder Program to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. The contribution, which also marks the 25th anniversary of the partnership between Dollar General and the American Red Cross, will help extend and strengthen Red Cross disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts nationwide, according to […]
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Grocery Outlet Selects Afresh For Full-store Ordering
Grocery Outlet, an extreme-value grocer, has selected Afresh for store ordering across every department — center store, general merchandise, meat and produce — at its more than 500 stores run by independent operators, according to the companies. The partnership will provide each operator with intelligent ordering that balances shrink, out-of-stocks, labor and margin while maintaining […]