New York-based Hippeas, organic chickpea snacks, is spreading the love with the launch of its Minions-themed snacks for the summer. The limited-edition packs of Hippeas Organic Chickpea Puffs in its best-selling flavor, Vegan White Cheddar, will be available in both a six-pack of 1 oz. bags and a 10 oz. family size option. Hippeas has replaced […]
Category: The Kroger Co.
Kroger, established in 1883 by Bernard Kroger in Cincinnati, Ohio, swiftly gained recognition for its steadfast commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. As of 2023, it operates over 2,800 locations across multiple states in the U.S.
The Kroger Co. Family of Stores includes: Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Foods Co., Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, Jay C Food Store, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay-Less Super Markets, Pick’n Save, QFC, Ralphs, Ruler and Smith’s Food and Drug.
Distinguished for its diverse range of offerings, the brand provides customers with a comprehensive selection of groceries, household goods, and specialty items. The supermarket chain’s dedication to innovation and community engagement resonates with consumers seeking convenience and quality. In 1901 the company started producing its bread, becoming one of the first grocery stores to have its own bakeries. This move ensured freshness and quality for its customers. By consistently adapting to changing consumer preferences and investing in technological advancements, Kroger remains a trusted destination for a varied shopping experience catering to a wide array of customer needs.
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Kroger Cincinnati-Dayton Division Ratifies Contract With UFCW Local 75
Kroger’s Cincinnati-Dayton division and United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 75 members in Cincinnati, Dayton, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana have ratified a new labor agreement. “Kroger has invested more than $800 million in permanent wage increases in the last three years and is committed to continuing to invest significantly in our associates’ pay […]
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Kroger And Local Unions Agree To Improve Future Pension Benefits
Certain associates within the Fred Meyer and QFC divisions of Cincinnati, Ohio-based The Kroger Co. have ratified an agreement with four local unions for the transfer of liabilities from the Sound Retirement Trust to the UFCW Consolidated Pension Plan. This new arrangement will help secure the pension benefits of more than 10,600 Kroger Family of Companies’ […]
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Ball Corp. Brings Aluminum Cup To Retailers In All 50 States
Ball Corp.’s first-of-its-kind Ball Aluminum Cup is now available for purchase at major retailers in all 50 states. Between May and June, the cups will be available for the first time in more than 18,000 food, drug and mass retailers, including Kroger, Target, Albertsons, CVS and others. “Ball has a long history of being a […]
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WAFC Elects 2021-22 Officers And Board Of Directors
The Western Association of Food Chains elected its 2021-22 officers and board of directors on May 1. Officers are: President and Chairman Greg McNiff, president of Stater Bros. Markets in San Bernardino, California; VP Scott Drew, COO of Smart & Final Stores in Commerce, California; Treasurer Pat Posey, VP of non-perishable procurement and merchandising at Bristol […]
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IRI Unveils Program To Support Minority- And Women-Owned Businesses
IRI has launched its Diversity Advantage Program to inspire and empower rising minority- and women-owned consumer packaged goods companies to achieve positive organizational growth. The IRI employee volunteer-led program provides pro bono services to micro, diverse-owned CPG brands and is supported by the first wave of retailers, including Ahold Delhaize USA Cos., Amazon and Kroger, […]
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Kroger Health To Offer COVID-19 Vaccine By Walk-In
Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., is offering walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations at most of its locations in the Atlanta Division, which includes Georgia, East Alabama and South Carolina. The company is encouraging all those eligible to receive the vaccine to do so at their earliest convenience to help stop the spread of […]
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Kroger Health Launches Over-The-Counter Rapid Antigen Self-Test Kits
Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., has launched Abbott’s BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test, an over-the-counter SARS-CoV-2 rapid antigen test. It has received FDA Emergency Use Authorization for self-testing without the need for a prescription from a healthcare professional. The test allows individuals to receive results within 15 minutes, in the comfort […]