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USC Marshall FIM Program Awards Allumbaugh Scholarship To Seriki

Oluwatobiloba “Tobi” Seriki, a recent graduate of the USC Marshall School of Business Food Industry Management program, has been awarded the Byron Allumbaugh Food Industry Leadership Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded annually to one or two exceptional Food Industry Management alumni who have been accepted into a graduate or undergraduate program at the USC Marshall […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Albertsons, Corporate Store News, National

Kroger Files Motion To Challenge FTC’s Merger Decision

The Kroger Co. has filed a motion for preliminary injunction in the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio, against the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) administrative proceeding that challenges the company’s proposed merger with Albertsons Companies Inc. The company argues that by proceeding in its administrative tribunal, in addition to the separate action in federal […]

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Grocery Industry Responds To Proposed Price Gouging Ban

According to news reports, VP Kamala Harris shared the economic agenda for her presidential campaign on Aug. 16, proposing a federal ban on corporate price gouging on groceries. Industry leaders are sharing their thoughts regarding her plan, which includes new penalties for companies that exploit crises and support for smaller food businesses “that are trying […]

Posted inProduce News, Albertsons, Gelson's, Harris Teeter, National, The Kroger Co.

This Month In Produce: Hatch Chiles, Sweet Potatoes and More

As the back-to-school season begins to take off, so too does the abundance of fresh produce. For consumers, this means a cornucopia of choices at the grocery store. But behind the colorful displays and enticing promotions lies a strategic battle for shelf space and consumer dollars. This August, produce companies are rolling out innovative campaigns […]

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Sensei Debuts New-Look Packaging For Leafy Greens, Salad Mixes

Sensei Farms is introducing new packaging across its line of leafy greens and salad mixes, marking the indoor-grown produce brand’s next step toward a more sustainable future for the food supply. The new design offers the same functional and food safety features retailers and consumers expect from conventional plastic clamshells, but in an eco-friendly form. […]

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FMI Community Uplift Awards Honor Local Food Industry Heroes

FMI – The Food Industry Association announced that the three recipients of the 2024 Community Uplift Awards  are Whole Foods Market, Brookshire Grocery Company and SpartanNash. With a record-breaking 34 nominees, a panel of judges selected three community uplift programs for their efforts in addressing food insecurity, neighborhood health needs and programs that influence social […]

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Instacart Expands Albertsons Partnership, Adds Haggen Banner

Albertsons Cos. has launched Instacart pickup services and Albertsons Rapid convenience delivery at its banners, including Safeway, Albertsons, Shaw’s, ACME, Jewel-Osco, Randalls and Vons. Additionally, Haggen Food & Pharmacy has been added on the Instacart App for same-day delivery. Albertsons Cos. first partnered with Instacart in 2017 and has continued to expand its partnership to […]

Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, Beverage News, Southeast

A-GAME Beverages Adds Klug, Herran To Board Of Directors

Orlando-based A-GAME Beverages Inc. has added Sue Klug and Pedro Herran to its board of directors, bringing years of experience and expertise in the food and beverage industry. A-GAME is a beverage designed to help the body refuel, rehydrate and recover after a workout. It is made with eight essential vitamins, sea salt for natural […]