For their commitment to fresh produce, innovative merchandising, community service and customer satisfaction, 20 produce managers have been recognized by the 2024 Retail Produce Managers Award Program from the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA). “On the front lines, produce managers work incredibly hard to keep the produce department stocked, creatively merchandized and inviting to customers,” said Joe Watson, IFPA’s VP of retail, […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest, Schnucks
Schnucks Markets To Discontinue Eatwell Market Banner
After consideration, Schnucks Markets will discontinue its Eatwell Market by Schnucks banner, which operated stores in Columbia and Chesterfield, Missouri. All store teammates will remain employed with the company and will retain the same rates of pay. The 41,700-square-foot Columbia, Missouri, location at 111 South Providence Road will soon begin converting to a traditional Schnucks […]
Posted inCenter Store, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
AWG Brands’ Introduces New Paper Assortments, Sizes, Scents
AWG Brands, the private brands of Associated Wholesale Grocers, has launched a new paper program in two of its private brands, Best Choice and Always Save. With more than 20 products to help AWG member retailers compete in this competitive category, the new paper program provides a difference in the assortment and quality to all markets served. […]
Posted inBeverage News, Albertsons, Feature, West
Caliwater Taps Into Benefits Of ‘Super Fruit’ Prickly Pear Cactus
Oliver Trevena, co-founder with Vanessa Hudgens of Caliwater, was at ExpoWest 2024 to promote the cactus water brand. He spoke with The Shelby Report’s Bob Reeves about the origins of the healthy water product. Trevena said Caliwater has half the calories and half the sugar of coconut water and more health benefits. He added it […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Northeast, The Kroger Co.
Top Seedz Opens Production Plant In Buffalo, NY
Top Seedz, which began in a local farmer’s market seven years ago and now is a national brand, has opened a new, automated production plant in Buffalo, New York. With 10 times the capacity of its previous operation, the facility will enable the company to keep pace with the coast-to-coast demand for its organic, gluten-free […]
Posted inExecutive News, Amazon Fresh, Corporate Store News, Southwest, The Kroger Co., Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market CEO Talks Future Of Food Retail
Jason Buechel, Whole Foods Market CEO, took part in two panel discussions – the evolving food retail landscape and the future of work – during the recent Milken Institute Global Conference 2024. A gathering of global leaders from business, finance, government and philanthropy, this year’s conference focused on the critical issues facing the world today, […]
Posted inAssociation News, National, The Kroger Co.
FMI Names 2024 Store Manager Award Winners
FMI – The Food Industry Association has named the winners of the 2024 Store Manager Awards, shining a spotlight on the store managers who bring their passion and talents to serve their store, employees and customers. The FMI Store Manager Award nominations are submitted by peers and food retail companies to recognize outstanding managers who generate […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Albertsons, Association News, The Kroger Co., West
In ‘Complicated Time,’ Grocers See Shift In Shopper Preferences
Election years are a busy time for any trade group and this year is no exception for the California Grocers Association. “Politically we’re going through an interesting time in Southern California and the entire state right now. The presidential election this fall has created a headwind of sorts,” said Nate Rose, the group’s senior director […]