United Fresh again is providing new ways to keep buyers and sellers connected, starting with the return of the United Fresh Partner X-Change program taking place Sept. 21-23 on United Fresh Live! 365. As part of its Annual Washington Conference, 26 buyers and vendors will connect directly through private 15-minute matchmaking sessions. âThe inaugural Partner X-Change […]
Category: Albertsons
Albertsons traces its roots back to its founding in 1939 by Joe Albertson in Boise, Idaho. With a commitment to providing quality products and exceptional service, Albertsons quickly gained popularity. Over the years, the company expanded its presence and, as of 2023, operates over 2000 locations across 34 states and the District of Columbia.
Albertsons prides itself on providing an array of exclusive and specialty items. From artisanal cheeses and locally sourced organic produce to proprietary brands offering high-quality and innovative choices, they are a haven for those seeking distinct and premium products. The supermarket chain prioritizes customer satisfaction, offering a variety of services and products to meet the diverse needs of its shoppers. Albertsons has evolved to embrace modern shopping trends while maintaining its commitment to quality and affordability. By acting on their vision of community engagement and customer loyalty, the company continues to be a leading player in the grocery retail industry.
Today, Albertsons serves as one of 20 banners under Albertsons Companies, and operates 2200 stores in 34 states including California, Texas, Nevada and the District of Columbia. Additional banners include Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carrs, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci’s Food Lovers Market.
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Vertical Farming Firms Expanding Distribution Across Country
Lettuce touted as hyperlocal, healthier This is the second article in a three-part series by The Shelby Report on the produce industry. by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer Over the past decade or so, vertical farming has grown tremendously through research and development. And during COVID, it proved to be a safe and reliable solution for some […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, The Kroger Co., West
Just Egg Available At Several Stores Nationwide After Great Success
Eat Just, a San Francisco, California-based company that aims to create healthier, more sustainable foods, recently announced the largest expansion yet for its award-winning plant-based egg. By the end of the month, Just Egg will be available at more than 17,000 points of retail distribution in the United States, a 40 percent increase from last […]
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Albertsons Cos. Partners With Plenty To Offer Indoor-Grown Greens
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos. and vertical-farming company Plenty Unlimited have announced an agreement that plans to provide shoppers in more than 430 stores across California with Plentyâs fresh produce. âWe pride ourselves on offering fresh, quality products that surprise and delight our customers,â said Geoff White, EVP of merchandising. âPlentyâs data-driven and sustainable methods are […]
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Albertsons Cos. Announces Pricing Of Its Upsized Senior Notes Offering
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos. has announced the pricing of its upsized private offering of $750 million in aggregate principal amount of new 3.250 percent senior notes due 2026, issued at par and $750 million in aggregate principal amount of the new 3.500 percent senior notes due 2029, issued at par. The company and its subsidiaries, […]
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Local Hive Launches Initiatives To Support Local American Beekeepers
Local Hive has launched grassroots and national initiatives to help increase awareness of the importance of the American Beekeeper while encouraging shoppers to purchase 100-percent, USA-only honey. The Greeley, Colorado-based company supports local communities and purchases natural, raw and unfiltered honey from more than 150 local American beekeepers from coast to coast. Most people may not know where […]
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United Fresh To Host Retail-Foodservice Partner X-Change
United Fresh is bringing back its retail-foodservice speed dating sessions as part of the offerings of United Fresh LIVE! 365, and timed with the 2020 Washington Conference, Sept. 21-23. Vendors who participate will be guaranteed 10 meetings, 15-minutes each, with retail and foodservice companies looking for new partners and products. More than 20 retailers and […]
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WiseChoice Foods Expands To Texas Through United Supermarkets
WiseChoice Foods has established an ongoing distribution partnership with United Supermarkets for the emerging all-natural frozen pizza brand WisePies Pizza â A Smarter Way to Pizza starting Aug. 17. Distribution within the United Family will encompass 94 locations including the store brands Albertsons Market, United Supermarkets, Amigos and Market Street grocery stores throughout New Mexico and Texas. The […]