Posted inSoutheast, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Marketing News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, New Products, Perishables, Suppliers, Whole Foods

Mowi Launches Global Norwegian Atlantic Salmon Brand, Mowi Pure

Mowi, a global seafood company, has launched its new global brand, Mowi Pure. It is now available on Amazon Fresh and will be in stores nationwide later this year.  Mowi Pure products are made from a unique breed of sustainably-farmed Norweigan Atlantic salmon that can be traced back generations to the wildest rivers in Norway. […]

Posted inDollar General, Corporate Store News, COVID News, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Dollar General To Hire Up To 50,000; Waitr Helping With Grocery Delivery

As the nation continues to see the number of Covid-19 cases climb, essential businesses such as those in the food industry are trying to keep up with increased demand from consumers. In the Southeast, Tennessee-based Dollar General plans to hire up to 50,000 and Louisiana-based Waitr is helping expand grocery delivery.   Dollar General to […]

Posted inHealth & Wellness, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Home Page Latest News, Independent Store News, West

Instacart Hiring 300,000; Western Grocers Taking Actions In Response To Pandemic

The number of cases of Covid-19 continue to increase across the United States daily and while some industries are at a virtual standstill, the grocery industry is hard-pressed to keep up with consumer demand. While California-based Instacart is planning to hire 300,000 people nationwide, Western grocers Smart & Final, Superior Grocers and Albertsons Cos. are […]

Posted inH-E-B, Association News, Beverage News, Corporate Store News, COVID News, Home Page Latest News, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southwest

Whole Foods Postpones Store Opening, H-E-B Helping Communities

The Covid-19 pandemic continues to affect all aspects of American life. Grocers are adjusting hours and reaching out to help their communities in a variety of ways. Also, the public health emergency is causing postponements of public gathering, including grocery store grand openings. State governments also are working to help grocery retailers meet customers’ needs. […]

Posted inDollar General, Corporate Store News, Executive News, Home Page Slider, Nonfood Items, Southeast

Dollar General Appoints Sandler To Board Of Directors

Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based Dollar General Corp. has appointed Debra A. Sandler to its board of directors effective April 1. “On behalf of Dollar General and its board of directors, I am excited to welcome Debra to our team,” said Michael Calbert, Dollar General’s chairman of the board and chairman of the nominating and governance committee. “We […]

Posted inH-E-B, COVID News, Health & Wellness, Home Page Latest News, Independent Store News, Southwest

H-E-B Gives $3M To Support Texans During Coronavirus Pandemic

H-E-B announced March 16 that it would be giving $3 million to support its communities during the coronavirus pandemic. The company says its top priority is taking care of Texas. “As the threat of coronavirus impacts our communities, we are sure of one thing: We will do our part to help our fellow Texans. H-E-B […]

Posted inNorthgate Market, COVID News, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, International Foods, West

Northgate Gonzalez To Open Early To Help Elderly During Pandemic

Understanding the special needs of its senior citizen and disabled customer population during the coronavirus pandemic, Northgate González Market now will open all 41 stores starting Tuesday, March 17, at 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. for seniors 65-years and older and disabled. “During these challenging times Northgate González Market is here to serve as your […]

Posted inBig Y Foods, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, National

Topco Recognizes Member Owners For Outstanding Own Brand Commitment

Topco Associates LLC honored members who demonstrated exceptional program partnership and commitment in 2019 during its recent annual membership conference in Palm Springs, California. Based in Elk Grove, Illinois, Topco is a more than $14 billion, privately held, member-owned company that provides aggregation, innovation and knowledge management solutions for its leading food industry member-owners and […]