Warren, Michigan-based Lipari Foods has reached an agreement to acquire St. Louis, Missouri-based Swiss-American Inc., a specialty cheese solutions provider focused on retail deli. This opportunity will further enhance its manufacturing division’s capabilities through its subsidiary The Deli Source, with a specific focus on expanding cheese offerings. Founded in 1938 in St. Louis, Missouri, the Swiss-American […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Dierberg’s, Midwest
Dierbergs Markets To Open Store March 28 In Crestwood, MO
Dierbergs Markets will celebrate the opening of a new store March 28 in Crestwood, Missouri. Beginning at 8:15 a.m., the company will host a ceremony in front of the store to commemorate the opening of its 27th location. “The Dierbergs commitment to providing excellent customer service and an extensive selection of quality products will feel familiar […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Southwest, Supply Chain News
Kroger, Gatik Collaborate On Autonomous Box Trucks
Trucks will be used to transport fresh products Gatik has announced a commercial collaboration to transport customer orders within Kroger’s Dallas distribution network. Under the collaboration, Gatik’s medium-duty autonomous box trucks will transport fresh products from a Kroger fulfillment center in Dallas, Texas, to multiple retail locations. Gatik’s autonomous trucks feature a cold chain-capable 20-foot […]
Posted inKeHE Distributors, Midwest, Organic Natural, Wholesaler/Distributor News
KeHE Distributors, Rodale Institute Partner For Organic Farming
Naperville, Illinois-based KeHE Distributors has signed an exclusive partnership with Rodale Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding the regenerative organic agriculture movement through research, farmer training and education. The collaboration between KeHE and Rodale Institute will support the advancement of organic farming and regenerative practices and products in the food industry. These practices prioritize building soil health […]
Posted inPackaging News, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Reveals Redesign Of Open Nature Brand
Open Nature brand debuts new dairy-free plant-based products Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies has introduced the redesign of its Open Nature brand as it hopes to become the brand of choice for health-conscious shoppers. Open Nature, which is part of Albertsons Cos. Own Brands portfolio, provides shoppers with foods made with ingredients that are free from unnecessary additives. As customers explore […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Northeast, Online Grocery Technology
BJ’s Deploys Simbe’s ‘Tally’ Technology In Clubs
Marlborough, Massachusetts-based BJ’s Wholesale Club has partnered with Simbe Robotics to roll out its business intelligence solution, Tally, to all club locations across the company’s footprint. Incorporating Simbe’s AI-powered solution into operations will provide greater visibility into store conditions and provide deeper business insights, improving operational efficiencies and enhancing the member experience. “We are excited to collaborate with […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Employees Volunteer With Nonprofits For Service Week
Throughout this week, more than 7,500 Publix employees across the company’s seven-state operating area will be volunteering at more than 200 organizations, including Keep America Beautiful affiliates, parks, zoos, gardens and other nonprofits focused on environmental sustainability. “Since our founding, Publix has been committed to being responsible citizens in our communities, and that extends to […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Feature, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Holds Hunger Summit, Brings Stakeholders To Table
The issue of hunger is very real in the United States. According to Feeding America, 34 million people in the U.S. are food insecure. In an effort to bring awareness to the issue, Publix hosted its inaugural Hunger Summit Feb. 23 at its Lakeland, Florida, headquarters. Executives from 35 Feeding America member food banks in the […]