Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in the U.S., has concluded its Goya Cares Hydrate for Hope campaign, which raised $350,000 for critical initiatives aimed at preventing child abuse, exploitation, trafficking and addressing mental health challenges among children and teens. As a result of the community’s support, Goya Foods will distribute $50,000 to Olive […]
Category: Wholesaler/Distributor News
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, KeHE Distributors, West
KeHE Concludes Summer Show, Highlights Top 2025 Trends
KeHE Distributors recently concluded its 2025 Summer Show in Phoenix – and virtually on the KeHE Connect platform – featuring top trends, merchandising solutions and show-only deals. With 5,000 attendees on-site, the show offered networking opportunities and fresh insights into the latest industry trends. As one of KeHE’s largest events of the year, the Summer […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Association News, Feature, National, Wholesaler/Distributor News
ROFDA Retail Media Network Represents Unparalleled Level Of Cooperation
Retailer Owned Food Distributors and Associates (ROFDA) wholesalers, along with multiple third-party providers, have teamed up to provide a comprehensive suite of retail media network solutions tailored to members’ needs. This includes targeted advertising opportunities, data-driven insights for campaign optimization and integrated e-commerce and fulfillment with collaborative partnerships that enhance brand visibility. “As a coalition […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Associated Grocers, Inc., Southeast
Associated Grocers Hosts Shopping Spree At 2 Louisiana Stores
Associated Grocers Inc. celebrated Food Club’s 80th birthday by awarding two customers with a five-minute shopping spree at their local Associated Grocers’ retail member store. The month-long entry contest culminated with the announcement of the two winners who went on a shopping spree down the aisles of their favorite Associated Grocers store. Food Club is one […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Southeast, UNFI
UNFI Celebrates Circle Of Excellence Retailers During Spring, Summer Show
United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) recognized five high-performing retailers of various sizes during its second Spring and Summer Selling Show of 2025 in Orlando, Florida. According to UNFI, the retailers are driving growth, innovation and community impact across the grocery retail industry. In a ceremony Feb. 12, UNFI’s second annual Customer Circle of Excellence Awards honored […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Association News, Feature, National
ROFDA Relationships Help Create ‘Community That Thrives On Mutual Success’
The leaders of Retailer Owned Food Distributors and Associates (ROFDA) recognize the power of having access to educational resources and have turned the act of sharing information into an art form. “My peer group is fantastic, and they are readily available to me if I’ve got a situation that I have questions about” said Ray […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Associated Food Stores, West
AFS Selects Procurant For FSMA 204 Rule Compliance
Salt Lake City, Utah-based Associated Food Stores (AFS) has selected Procurant, a collaborative software platform for retail grocers, to be a core component of its compliance solution for FSMA 204 rule reporting and traceability. The selection enables AFS to meet the FDA’s enhanced food safety requirements, set to take effect in January 2026, using Procurant’s […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Association News, Feature, National
Collaboration Has Been ‘Cornerstone Of ROFDA’s Success’ From Start
It’s impossible to talk to the board of directors for Retailer Owned Food Distributors and Associates (ROFDA) without touching on the topic of collaboration and how it helps the organization stand out. “The old saying ‘two heads are better than one’ is especially true in the industry that we work in,” said Randy Arceneaux, president […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Association News, Feature, National
‘Co-opetition’ Encourages ROFDA Members To Share Ideas, Resources, Solutions
Operating a business these days is no easy feat. And today’s business climate is even more difficult for independent grocers. Competition, supply chain challenges and tight budgets mean everyone involved in the grocery industry needs to bring their “A” game all the time. Retailer Owned Food Distributors and Associates (ROFDA) is a national cooperative organization […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Association News, Feature, National
ROFDA Maintains Relevance By Adapting To Trends, Technologies, Challenges
Retailer Owned Food Distributors and Associates (ROFDA) has been around for more than 60 years, but the group has never been one to sit idle. From growing membership and expanding their conference to adjusting bylaws, ROFDA leaders continue to demonstrate they have independent grocers’ best interests at heart. “Our end goal is helping independent retailers […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, UNFI, West
UNFI Highlights Top Summer Trends During Selling Show
United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) recently completed its spring and summer selling show in San Diego, California, the first of the company’s 2025 exhibit season. The two-day event brought together more than 4,300 attendees, connecting 1,800 retailers with 800 supplier brands. Exhibitors showcased thousands of brands spanning natural, organic, fresh, specialty and conventional grocery products. […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Midwest
AWG, Kellanova Donate $25K To Feeding America
Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. (AWG) and Kellanova recently donated $25,000 to Feeding America network food banks. The donation was made through AWG Cares, the employee-managed charitable foundation of AWG, as part of the Kellanova Better Days Promise social purpose program. “For the fourth consecutive year, we’re proud to continue our partnership with Kellanova in a […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Corporate Store News, National, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Topco Appoints Lagasse As EVP, COO
Topco Associates LLC has appointed Manard Lagasse as the organization’s EVP and chief operating officer. Lagasse will assume overall responsibility for several of Topco’s programs, including center store, fresh and the indirect spend programs. In addition, he will oversee Topco’s member development, commodities, supply chain and quality assurance areas. “Manard brings a wealth of experience to our […]
Posted inFood Industry Hall of Fame, Executive News, West, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Sprinkle Hailed For Visionary Leadership, Strong Commitment To Mentorship
When he was 14, Ray Sprinkle was hired to sort soda bottles in the back of the grocery store his father ran in Kansas. Sprinkle didn’t know it at the time, but he would go on to spend the bulk of his 50-plus-year professional career – and make a name for himself – in that […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, SpartanNash, West
SpartanNash Begins Fundraiser For California Wildfire Relief
SpartanNash has announced disaster relief efforts to support those affected by wildfires in the greater Los Angeles area. As part of its response, SpartanNash has donated six truckloads of essential products, including bottled water, ready-to-eat snacks and personal hygiene items, to disaster relief partners Convoy of Hope and Global Empowerment Mission. In addition, the SpartanNash Foundation is […]
Posted inExecutive News, National, Wholesaler/Distributor News
ROFDA President, CEO Pedersen Stepping Down
Jeff Pedersen, president and CEO of Retailer Owned Food Distributors & Associates (ROFDA), plans to step down after the organization’s spring conference to pursue a new opportunity. ROFDA praised Pedersen, who was appointed to the position in February 2022, for his impact and bringing visionary leadership, fostering strategic partnerships and championing collaboration across the grocery […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Northeast, UNFI
UNFI Realigns Wholesale Business
In support of its multi-year strategy focused on creating more customized value for customers and suppliers and driving growth, United Natural Foods Inc. is realigning its commercial wholesale organization into two product-centered divisions – conventional grocery products and natural, organic, specialty and fresh products. At the same time, the Providence, Rhode Island-based company will continue […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Executive News, Piggly Wiggly, Southeast
Piggly Wiggly Alabama President To Retire, Successor Named
Piggly Wiggly Alabama Distributing Co. President and CEO Jerry McCann is retiring and will be succeeded this month by grocery industry veteran Christopher Brown. McCann has served the Bessemer, Alabama-based wholesaler for more than 36 years in many capacities, including the last three-and-a-half years as president. According to the PWADC Board of Directors, Brown brings […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Associated Food Stores, West
AFS, Kent’s Market Make Holiday Donation To Utah Hospital
Associated Food Stores (AFS) and Kent’s Market, a family-owned grocer with roots in northern Utah, donated $40,000 to Shriners Children’s Salt Lake City during the hospital’s annual patient holiday event Dec. 17. Themed this year as the “Twelve Days of Christmas, the event provided patients and their families with an afternoon of activities, an appearance […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Southwest, Walmart
Walmart, Feeding America Donates $1M To NTFB
The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) has received a $1 million grant from Walmart Foundation and Feeding America. The grant is part of an ongoing, multi-year partnership aimed at strengthening food banks and agency partners in rural and underserved communities affected by food insecurity. The funding supported four NTFB partner pantries, helping them increase their capacity […]