Natural Grocers has released its fiscal year 2025 Sustainability Report, marking 70 years of industry leadership and highlighting more than $7 million invested in nutrition education services during the fiscal year. The Lakewood, Colorado-based family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer emphasized its differentiated nutrition education program in this year’s report, showcasing free one-on-one coaching, nutrition […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, News
Downy, Meijer Partner To Distribute Winter Coats In MI, OH
Downy, Meijer and Operation Warm kicked off a partnership with in-person distribution events in Grand Rapids, Michigan, followed by Cincinnati, Ohio, where employee volunteers help deliver winter coats and essential items to children in need. Through the collaboration, Downy and Meijer are contributing $100,000 to support Operation Warm’s programs, in-store initiatives and providing essential winter […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Food Lion, News, Southeast
Food Lion Names Barton 2025 Store Manager Of The Year
Amelia Barton, store manager of the Food Lion at 2201 W. WT Harris Blvd. in Charlotte, North Carolina, has been named the grocer’s 2025 Ralph W. Ketner Store Manager Excellence Award winner. Barton was selected from more than 1,100 store managers across the retailer’s 10-state operating area. Named after one of Food Lion’s founders, the […]
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Kroger Appoints Foran As CEO, Ends Interim Leadership
The Kroger Co. has appointed Greg Foran as CEO, effective immediately, ending Ron Sargent’s tenure as interim CEO that began in March 2025. Foran, who brings more than 40 years of experience leading large consumer businesses, will also join Kroger’s board of directors. The Cincinnati-based grocer made the announcement Feb. 9, following an extensive search […]
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Ahold Delhaize USA, Circana Expand Guiding Stars Nutrition Data Access
Ahold Delhaize USA has renewed its collaboration with Circana to expand access to Guiding Stars nutrition data within Circana’s Attribute Marketplace, giving suppliers greater insight into health and nutrition trends. The effort will empower suppliers to develop and promote products that help consumers make nutritious choices across grocery categories. Suppliers participating in Circana’s Attribute Marketplace […]
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DeltaTrak Introduces FlashLink NOW Real-Time Loggers
DeltaTrak has introduced a new generation of its FlashLink NOW real-time loggers, giving fresh product suppliers expanded visibility into cold chain conditions as retailer requirements for accepting shipments continue to tighten across the U.S. grocery sector, the Pleasanton, California-based company announced Feb. 5. The loggers are approved for use by major U.S. retailers and supported […]
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Natural Grocers Celebrates Iowa Day With Free Totes, Coupons
Natural Grocers will celebrate Iowa Day Feb. 8-10 at its six stores in the state with free reusable tote bags and $5-off coupons for {N}power members. The celebration honors Iowa Statehood Day and marks the Colorado-based company’s decade-long presence there. Natural Grocers expanded to Iowa in February 2016, opening a store in Clive, followed by […]
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AppCard Launches Ask Pinky AI Reporting Agent For Independent Grocers
New York-based AppCard has launched Ask Pinky, an artificial intelligence business partner that allows independent grocers to query business data using natural language through a conversational interface, The tool builds on AppCard’s Pinky 2.0, which delivers digital coupons and promotions to shoppers based on individual spending and behavior. While Pinky 2.0 continues to drive shopper […]