Kroger Atlanta Health Division, one healthcare division of The Kroger Co., is supporting the Biden administration’s “Test to Treat” initiative for patients exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 at all 225 The Little Clinic Locations located in Arizona, Colorado, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, Virginia and Georgia. Following a positive COVID-19 test at The Little Clinic, patients […]
Category: Southeast
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Kroger Gives Customers New Ways To Save Dollars At The Pump
From March 16-22, Atlanta-based Kroger customers can earn 4x Kroger fuel points on select gift card purchases by using the corresponding coupon available in-store, online or through the the company’s app. When using the coupon, for example, a $25 gift card would be worth 100 fuel points. Some gift cards, including Kroger gift cards, are not included […]
Posted inBravo Supermarkets, Home Page Slider, Southeast, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Krasdale Hires Lavoy As VP Of Bravo Florida Affiliate Brand
Krasdale Foods has hired Chris Lavoy as VP of the Bravo Florida brand for Beta II Marketing. Beta II Marketing is an affiliated company of Krasdale Foods. Lavoy will lead business development efforts and growth opportunities while increasing the company’s portfolio of products, categories and services available to the independently owned and operated Bravo stores. With […]
Posted inSustainability News, Beverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Miami Beach Partners With PepsiCo For Plastic-Free Pouring Rights
The Miami Beach City Commission voted on March 9 to approve a 10-year nonalcoholic pouring rights agreement with PepsiCo Beverages North America, a division of PepsiCo. The agreement stipulates the beverage company must provide packaged water and soda in aluminum packaging and is worth $2.3 million in cash and in-kind. “I am proud that our city used […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
How To Stock Up On Employees Despite Labor Shortage
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Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Farmer Focus Appoints Dillon As Chief Sustainability Officer
Harrisonburg, Virginia-based Farmer Focus has appointed Matthew Dillon as chief sustainability officer. Dillon brings experience with social impact brands, sustainable supply chains, and federal and state advocacy, along with a passion for organic agriculture and a comprehensive understanding of the sustainability challenges and opportunities ahead for food companies. Dillon serves as a regular speaker at industry […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Center Store, Home Page Slider, Packaging News, Southeast
MicroSalt Expands Distribution Of SaltMe Potato Chips To Kroger Stores
West Palm Beach, Florida-based MicroSalt Inc. has announced that its SaltMe! potato chips will be distributed to more than 1,400 Kroger grocery stores beginning mid-March. This milestone is a major move for MicroSalt on its mission to provide healthier, full-flavor potato chips by delivering 50 percent less sodium per serving to help people promote better cardiovascular […]
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Food Lion Feeds To Donate $50K For Seniors With Meals On Wheels
In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program – the federal legislation which led to the creation of Meals on Wheels – Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion Feeds is donating $50,000, or the equivalent of 5,000 meals, to Meals on Wheels America to nourish seniors. The donation coincides with a […]
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PB2 Foods Launches Cashew Powder Innovation
Tifton, Georgia-based PB2 Foods, a leader in powdered nut butters since 2007, has released its newest innovation among the plant-based community and beyond with its newest creation: PB2 Cashew Powder. With no added salt, sugar or preservatives, these cashew powders are made up of non-GMO cashews and are 100 percent kosher, vegan and gluten-free. PB2 Foods’ […]
Posted inDairy News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Hart Dairy Awarded Top Environmental, Animal Welfare Certification
Waynesboro, Georgia-based Hart Dairy has been named Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World. This certification and food label lets consumers know these animals are raised outdoors on pasture in accordance with the highest animal welfare standards in the U.S. and Canada, using sustainable agriculture methods on an independent farm. Consumer Reports has rated Certified […]
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Southeastern Grocers Announces Continued Expansion Into Florida In 2023
Southeastern Grocers Inc. plans to continue its Florida expansion in 2023. The grocer will open a Winn-Dixie at 999 University Blvd. in Jacksonville to serve the College Park community. “We are always looking to better serve our customers, and the new College Park Winn-Dixie store presents an exciting opportunity for us to expand in our […]
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South Point Grocery To Hold Store Grand Opening In Memphis, TN
The South Point Grocery store has opened its doors at 136 Webster Ave. in Memphis, Tennessee. The store will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting on March 10. Rick James, CEO and owner of Castle Retail Group, and Tom Archer, owner and president of Archer Custom Builders, have collaborated to deliver a modern, full-service […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Smithfield Food Workers Ratify Contract For Wage Increases, Vacations
Workers at Virginia-based Smithfield Foods ratified a four-year agreement March 7. Teamsters Local 822 represents more than 1,000 workers in the plant and 98 percent of members voted to approve the contract. “The pandemic really illuminated issues within the meat processing industry,” said James Wright, Teamsters Local 822 president and VP at large-elect. “We knew taking […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Island Brands USA Unveils Three New Flavors For Get Active Pack
Charleston, South Carolina-based Island Brands USA is adding to its product lineup with the release of its Get Active Pack. The year-round variety packs include Island Active Mango, Island Active Lime and Island Active Watermelon, the newest all-natural, premium light beers from Island Brands. The additions have 4.2 percent ABV with 88 calories, 2.6g carbs and no GMO or preservatives. The […]
Posted inDeli News, Home Page Slider, Produce News, Southeast
Dole Food Co. Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day With Menu Alternatives
Charlotte, North Carolina-based Dole Food Company Inc. will continue its “Healthier by Dole” alternative recipe series during March in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day and National Nutrition Month. “Healthier by Dole” is a series of nutritious plant-forward recipe and menu substitutes. Led by Melanie Marcus, Dole’s nutrition and health communications manager, the reoccurring program offers easy recipes high in […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Bailey Farms Highlights Products, Expansions At Southern Exposure
Oxford, North Carolina-based Bailey Farms highlighted their product varieties and discussed its recent expansions on March 3-5 at Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure. The company put emphasis on its sweet BellaFina peppers and Hotties line at the produce expo. The company’s BellaFina pepper variety is one third the size of a full-size bell pepper. The […]
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Duke’s Launches New Southern Sauce Flavor And Updated Packaging
Richmond, Virginia-based Duke’s has announced the launch of a new Duke’s Southern Sauce flavor – Carolina Vinegar BBQ. Duke’s original line of Southern Sauces debuted in 2020 with six barbecue flavors, each inspired by a regional southern recipe – Hickory Moonshine, Carolina Gold, Georgia Sweet Heat, Alabama White, Tennessee Smoke and Whiskey and Mississippi Comeback. […]
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Southeastern Grocers Celebrates Winn-Dixie Opening In Westlake, FL
Southeastern Grocers, parent company of Winn-Dixie, opened its newest Winn-Dixie location on March 2 in Westlake, Florida. The new Winn-Dixie store, located in the Grove Market Shopping Center at 5060 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road, will provide customers with a localized shopping experience. The grocer uses a specialized approach to provide a wide product selection and […]
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Kroger Hosts Business Update In Orlando, FL
The Kroger Co. hosted the company’s 2022 Business Update on March 4 in Orlando, Florida, where management provided an update on the company’s strategy of leading with fresh and accelerating with digital. Following the event, Kroger hosted an in-person tour of the company’s customer fulfillment center in Groveland, Florida. “As we reflect on the past […]
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GDA Announces Vidalia Onion Season Begins April 12
The Georgia Department of Agriculture and the Vidalia Onion Committee have announced April 12 as the official pack date for the 2022 Vidalia onion season. “Each year, I, along with the Vidalia Onion Committee, look forward to sharing when Vidalia onions will be on their way to stores, so I’m pleased to announce April 12th […]