Amazon has introduced a new grocery delivery subscription benefit, available to Prime members and customers using EBT in more than 3,500 cities and towns across the U.S. At $9.99 per month for Prime members, the subscription offers unlimited grocery delivery on orders of more than $35 from Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods Market and a variety […]
Category: Retailers
Parent category custom client pages
Posted inDairy News, Association News, IGA, National
American Egg Board Aims To Educate IGA Shoppers, Retailers
The Independent Grocers Alliance is working with the American Egg Board, the U.S. egg industry’s national marketing organization, to help it get in front of shoppers at the more than 2,000 IGA grocery stores and deliver egg education and marketing resources to retailers. From recipes to social media content, these resources aid the American Egg […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Banners Join DoorDash Marketplace
Wakefern Food Corp. has joined DoorDash’s marketplace platform, which offers delivery for groceries and daily essentials. The cooperative members own and operate 365 supermarkets under the ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Fairway Market, Gourmet Garage and Dearborn Market banners. Through May 12, shoppers can enjoy 40 percent off their orders of at least […]
Posted inBig Y Foods, Grocery Store Layout, Independent Store News, Northeast, Sustainability News
Big Y’s Store Remodels Focus On Sustainability First
Big Y has been making significant strides in enhancing its stores across the region, opening 26 locations since 2022. These remodels align with the company’s broader strategy to focus on sustainability and modernize its retail spaces to create a more enjoyable shopping experience. The new store design incorporates modern elements to inspire guests and reflect […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer, WK Kellogg Donate $50K To Battle Creek Public Schools
Through Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes Mission Tiger, WK Kellogg Co. and Meijer donated $50,000 to Battle Creek Public Schools in Michigan, supporting more than 350 middle school students who play sports. A check presentation and celebratory event was held at Battle Creek’s Springfield Middle School on April 18, where company representatives from WK Kellogg Co. and Meijer, Tony the Tiger and school […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, SpartanNash, Sustainability News
SpartanNash Expands Plastic Bag Recycling For Earth Day
SpartanNash is joining forces with Home Repair Services and Trex Co. to transform recycled plastic grocery bags from its stores into five accessible home ramps for local veterans with disabilities in honor of Earth Day. “The upcycling of plastic bags into accessible ramps for veterans with disabilities is a ‘People First’ program that gives our nation’s heroes the gift of […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Albertsons, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Corporate Store News, National
Kroger, Albertsons Share Updated Divestiture Plan With C&S
The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Companies have amended their agreement with C&S Wholesale Grocers for the sale of assets in connection with their proposed merger previously announced on Oct. 14. This amended package modifies and builds on the initial divestiture package that was announced on Sept. 8. The amended divestiture package responds to concerns raised by federal and state antitrust regulators […]
Posted inFresh Thyme, Bakery News, Midwest
Fresh Thyme Searches For Best ‘Better-For-You’ Birthday Cake
Fresh Thyme Market is giving local bakeries the chance to win $10,000 in celebration of its 10th birthday. The grocer, a specialty natural foods and grocery retailer with 70 stores in 10 states throughout the Midwest, is inviting bakeries to submit fresh, better-for-you cake recipes for a chance to be named the brand’s official 10th birthday […]