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Sprouts Farmers Market To Participate In Citrus Promotion

Consumers can purchase Rubicon Bakers’ Vegan Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes at more than 380 Sprouts Farmers Market stores nationwide. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Sprouts Farmers Market is the latest retailer to feature this collaboration between Washington red raspberry farmers and Rubicon Bakers. The cupcakes will be available for a limited time as part of Sprouts’ seasonal citrus event […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, West

Natural Grocers To Celebrate Grand Opening In McCall, ID

Natural Grocers will hold a store grand opening celebration Jan. 18 at 209 N. 3rd St. in McCall, Idaho. This will be the fifth location in the state. Natural Grocers’ good4u crew will begin the festivities at 8:20 a.m. with a $2,500 donation presentation to Heartland Hunger & Resources Center, followed by an official ribbon-cutting ceremony with representatives from the McCall Chamber of […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West

CitrusAd, AdsPostX Partner To Provide Consumer Shopping Ads

CitrusAd and Seattle, Washington-based AdsPostX have announced a global retail media partnership that can help retailers provide relevant ads through a customer’s complete shopping experience. AdsPostX launched its post transaction ad platform to bring optionality, controls and flexibility to a space led by Rokt.  “Our company offers retailers an easy-to-integrate ad platform that drives high-yielding revenue […]

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Cardenas Markets Accepting Applications For Scholarship Program

The Cardenas Markets Foundation is providing $192,000 in scholarship funds to students in the areas where the Ontario, California-based grocer operates.   In sum, 64 scholarships of $3,000 each will be awarded for the 2023 academic year, which reflects a $15,000 increase in scholarship funds from the 2022 academic year.  Recipients will be selected based on their academic […]

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Calavo Growers Announces New ESG Strategy, Commitments

Santa Paula, California-based Calavo Growers has announced its new sustainability strategy and 2030 goals. The company’s strategy is designed to focus its efforts on the environmental, social and governance issues that matter most, such as climate action, social responsibility, sustainable agriculture and sound governance. “ESG is a top priority for our customers, employees and our investors,” said […]

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Local Bounti, Sam’s Club Partner To Deliver Produce In New Regions

Hamilton, Montana-based Local Bounti Corporation has announced an offtake agreement with Sam’s Club for its leafy greens production, beginning at its advanced greenhouse facility in Byron, Georgia. “This exciting commercial development represents a powerful endorsement of our dedicated team that works to deliver the highest quality locally grown produce to our customers,” said Brian Cook, president. “We will […]

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Procurant Expands Executive Leadership Team With New Hire

Watsonville, California-based Procurant has named 30-year industry solutions veteran Ian Grow to the senior leadership team as VP of strategic accounts. “When you combine the best technology and the best people, you can really accelerate the benefits your customers receive,” said Eric Peters, CEO. “That’s exactly what we try to do here at Procurant, and I […]

Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, West

Golden State Foods Promotes Industry Leader

Irvine, California-based Golden State Foods has announced the promotion of Shellie Frey to VP and chief branding and communications officer. Based in the company’s Irvine, California, corporate headquarters and partnering with all Golden State Foods businesses across the globe, Frey will provide strategic oversight of all internal and external branding and communications efforts. She will develop insights and new […]