Uber Technologies and Aldi have teamed up to make the grocer’s offerings available on Uber Eats for the first time, bringing on-demand delivery to more than 2,500 locations nationwide. The partnership allows shoppers to order Aldi-exclusive products – including fresh produce, organic meats, bakery items, wine and seasonal favorites – through the Uber Eats app. […]
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Posted inHealth & Wellness, News, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Food Corp. Expands OTC Benefit Card Acceptance
Wakefern Food Corp.’s supermarket banners – ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Dearborn Market, Gourmet Garage and Fairway Market – now accept InComm Healthcare, NationsBenefits and S3 Health Benefit OTC (Over-the-Counter) cards. OTC benefit cards are prepaid and often provided as a supplemental benefit by Medicare Advantage plans and other insurers to help offset […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, International Foods, News, West
Heritage Grocers Group Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Heritage Grocers Group is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month across its portfolio of companies, which includes Cardenas Markets, El Rancho Supermercado, Tony’s Fresh Market and Los Altos Ranch Markets. This year’s theme, “De tu tierra a tu mesa (from your land to your table),” honors the connection between cultural roots and traditions. “At HGG, Hispanic Heritage […]
Posted inMarketing News, Corporate Store News, News, Northeast
Giant Eagle Introduces New Business Strategy To Drive Growth Plan
Giant Eagle Inc. has introduced its “Because It Matters” business strategy to guide the company’s plan for growth in the coming years. The strategy marks the latest in a series of organizational milestones over the past 12 months, highlighted by the sale of Giant Eagle’s GetGo business and the growth of the retailer’s pharmacy services. […]
Posted inExecutive News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, News, Southwest
Henshaw Named VP, General Manager Of Perdue Specialty Meats
Westminster, Colorado-based Perdue Specialty Meats and Emerging Brands has appointed Jason Henshaw as VP and general manager of Perdue Specialty Meats, which includes the premium and natural protein brands Niman Ranch and Coleman All Natural Meats, as well as the Perdue Premium Meat Company operations. Henshaw brings more than two decades of leadership experience in […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, KeHE Distributors, National, News
KeHE Distributors, Sprouts Farmers Market Extend Partnership
KeHE Distributors has announced a 10-year extension of its distribution agreement with Sprouts Farmers Market. “Together, we’ve built a foundation of mutual success that has powered remarkable growth for both organizations,” said Scott Widtfeldt, EVP of sales at KeHE. “This extension positions both KeHE and Sprouts to accelerate innovation, enhance efficiency and unlock new opportunities […]
Posted inPackaging News, Aldi, National, News
Aldi Debuts Largest Packaging Rebrand To Date
Aldi is debuting its largest packaging refresh to date, putting its name on every product and launching a namesake brand to make its private labels more recognizable. In response to customer feedback, Aldi-exclusives will carry the Aldi brand or a bold “an Aldi Original” endorsement. New packaging is being rolled out to store shelves. Over […]
Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Midwest, News
AWG, Decorworx Enhance Design Services For Independent Grocers
Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. and design and production firm Decorworx have begun a partnership to provide enhanced store solutions to AWG member retailers. As a part of the collaboration, AWG has discontinued its Design and Decor Source Group (DSG), which for more than 30 years provided interior design, production and installation services to AWG members. […]