Birdzi has unveiled DataScope, a suite of retail-specific data analytics tools that were developed in close collaboration Tops Friendly Markets. Blending operational clarity with shopper-centric analytics, DataScope goes beyond traditional flat reports to offer merchandising and analytics teams a unified, multi-dimensional view of their business across products, stores and customer groups. It is now available […]
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Posted inProduce News, Affiliated Foods, Independent Store News, Lowes Markets, News, Southwest
Lowe’s Markets, EmpowerFresh Expand Produce Partnership
Lowe’s Markets, a Texas-based grocery chain, has expanded its partnership with EmpowerFresh, an AI-powered ordering and analytics platform built for independents’ produce departments. Building on the success of an initial six-store pilot, the rollout will extend EmpowerFresh’s solutions to 68 locations across Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona and Kansas. The produce department – often considered […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Dairy News, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Tops Friendly Markets, Garelick Farms Partner On Milk Donation Program
Throughout September, for every gallon of Garelick Farms’ milk purchased at 10 participating Tops locations, a carton of Giving Cow milk will be donated to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York. The donations come in cartons featuring playful cow characters. The single-serve, 8-ounce packs of ultra-high temperature (UHT) pasteurized milk have a shelf-life […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Recognized As A 2025 Best Workplace By Fortune
Publix Super Markets has been named to the Best Workplaces in Retail list by Fortune for the 12th consecutive year, ranking third of the 20 best large retail workplaces for 2025. Employees reported that the company’s welcoming and promote-from-within culture, customer service and dedication to community outreach are some of the reasons they enjoy working […]
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FMI Report: E-Commerce Fueling Growth, Innovation In Private Brands
FMI – The Food Industry Association has released its latest report, “The Power of Private Brands 2025: Industry Strategies to Sustain Momentum,” detailing how e-commerce is reshaping private label and how food retailers are leveraging digital tools to differentiate, build shopper loyalty and grow sales. Among the report’s findings – nearly 85 percent of private […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southwest, Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market Preps To Open Store In Parker, CO
The new 43,000-square-foot store Whole Foods Market is opening Oct. 9 at 8665 Kings Point Way in Parker, Colorado, will feature more than 700 products from across the state. Features of the Parker store include: An array of certified organic, conventional and Sourced for Good local options such as carving pumpkins from Hirakata Farms, hard […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, West
Market of Choice Expands Support For Oregon’s Emerging Food Brands
Independent grocer Market of Choice continues to strengthen Oregon’s reputation as one of the nation’s most collaborative food innovation hubs by opening doors for emerging brands through its MOJO program and statewide partnerships. “Oregon’s food culture thrives on connection and collaboration,” said John Boyle, chief merchandising and marketing officer for Market of Choice. “By building connections between makers […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southeast
The Fresh Market Dominates USA TODAY’s 10Best Grocery Awards
In a first for the company, The Fresh Market was named the top grocery store across all categories in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. According to the publication, The Fresh Market took first place in the Best Grocery Store category, in addition to Best Store Bakery, Best Store Deli, Best Store for Produce and […]