Certco Inc. held its annual fall food show Aug. 12-13 at the Marriott West in Madison, Wisconsin, where member companies were introduced to the newest holiday products during a sports-themed event. The opening ceremonies included recognition of LaVonne Molenda, a longtime employee and food show organizer, who is retiring. Paul Frey, VP of sales for […]
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Posted inExecutive News, Corporate Store News, Midwest, News
Fiddelke To Succeed Cornell As Target CEO
Target Corp. and its board of directors have elected COO Michael Fiddelke as the company’s next CEO, effective Feb. 1, succeeding Brian Cornell, who will transition to the role of executive chair of the board of directors. Cornell and Fiddelke will work together throughout the transition. An announcement about the company’s next COO will be made later. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, H-E-B, News, Southwest
H-E-B Debuts 11th Joe V’s Smart Shop In Houston Area
Continuing its expansion in Texas, Joe V’s Smart Shop has opened a new 55,000-square-foot store at 10241 North Freeway Service Road in north Houston – its 11th site in the region and the 13th overall. Part of the H-E-B family of brands, Joe V’s Smart Shop uses innovative ways to reduce costs throughout its operations […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Marketing News, National, News
C&S Wholesale Grocers Partners With Upside On Cash-Back Offers
C&S Wholesale Grocers is partnering with Upside to bring new and infrequent shoppers to company-owned stores like Piggly Wiggly and Grand Union, as well as independent grocers across its network, driving repeat visits and measurable sales growth. Upside, a digital marketplace that connects consumers with retailers through personalized cash-back offers, helps drive incremental sales and […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Marketing News, Merchandising News, News, Northeast, Stop & Shop
Stop & Shop Begins Price Reductions In Eastern MA Stores
Stop & Shop is reducing prices on thousands of items at all 88 stores across eastern Massachusetts beginning Aug. 22, with the rollout expected to be completed by the end of the month. With this latest effort, Stop & Shop will have lowered prices on national brands and private label products at all 116 of […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, National, News
BRdata To Hold Annual Conference Sept. 14-18 In Long Island, NY
BRdata is set to hold its annual conference, BRdata World, Sept. 14-18 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Long Island, New York. An annual gathering focused on education and technology best practices for the grocery retail industry, BRdata World gathers retailers, wholesalers, service providers and tech partners to learn, share and network. This year’s conference […]
Posted inProduce News, Association News, National, News
IFPA Announces 2026 Board Of Directors Slate
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has announced the slate of new officers and directors for its 2026 Board of Directors. These volunteer leaders will be confirmed by a ballot shared with membership and begin their service at the 2025 Global Fresh Produce & Floral Show, which is set for Oct. 16-18 in Anaheim, California. […]
Posted inExecutive News, News, West
USC Food Industry Executive Program Taps Northgate’s Hendry
USC Marshall School of Business has named Mike Hendry, EVP of marketing and merchandising at Northgate Gonzalez Market, as the executive-in-residence for the Food Industry Executive Program (FIEP) for the 2025-26 academic year. “Each year, we invite a distinguished industry executive who embodies a passion for mentoring emerging leaders to serve as our executive-in-residence,” said […]
Posted inAssociation News, News, West
Utah Food Industry Association Urges Members To Stay Engaged
Many Associated Food Stores retailers and team members from Associated Retail Operations participated in the Utah Food Industry Association’s (UFIA) annual conference Aug. 6 at the Davis Conference Center in Layton, Utah. Leadership transitions and recognition Brandon Peterson, operations manager at Peterson’s Market and the outgoing chairman of the board, was recognized for his service. […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Tops To Launch $2M Tech Upgrade Of Fuel Pumps
As it expands amenities for customer convenience, Tops Friendly Markets will add PCI and EMV secure compliant signing at all 58 of its fuel stations. A pilot program will launch in late summer at its store in Depew, New York, rolling out across the chain’s footprint with an expected completion date of December. The 3D […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Independent Store News, News, Southeast
Chappell’s Third-Generation Leaders Carrying Strong Legacy Forward
Chappell’s Home Town Foods was born in Middle Tennessee in 1962, when Chappell’s Cee Bee in Hilltop, just outside Clarksville, opened its doors. Founder Jack Chappell and his wife, Kate, worked for two years straight, opening and closing the store every day, until they were able to open a second location in 1964 in Charlotte. […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National, News
Birdzi, eGrowcery Partner To Deliver Integrated Retail Solutions
Birdzi and eGrowcery have begun a partnership aimed at integrating their technologies to deliver enhanced value for grocery retailers nationwide. “This partnership with Birdzi represents another step forward in our mission to help retailers engage shoppers at every point in their buying journey,” said eGrowcery CEO Patrick Hughes. “By integrating our omnichannel platform with Birdzi’s […]
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Work Not Finished, But NGA Pleased With Efforts On Tax Measure, SNAP
Independent grocers across the country are applauding significant policy victories following months of persistent advocacy led by the National Grocers Association (NGA). With the enactment of a landmark tax package and the defense against the most damaging proposed changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, NGA has delivered tangible results for independent operators and the […]
Posted inGrocery Research, Association News, National, News
FMI Briefing Sheds Light On Likely Impacts Of Tariffs
U.S. grocery shoppers remain highly price-conscious, and 55 percent say tariffs are their top concern, according to FMI’s August 2025 U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends report. The tariffs, however, have yet to be fully felt at the shelf. “Over the next three, six, nine, 12 months, we will see those factors filter into food prices pretty […]
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The Foundation For Fresh Produce Celebrates National Fruits, Veggies Month
The Foundation for Fresh Produce will kick off its sixth annual National Fruits & Veggies Month in September. National Fruits & Veggies Month was designed to celebrate produce as the nation’s top health priority. As the conversation on health is in the national spotlight, it’s up to the produce industry to make sure fruits and vegetables […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, SpartanNash
SpartanNash To Open Supermercado Nuestra Familia Store In Topeka, KS
SpartanNash is expanding its Supermercado Nuestra Familia banner with the addition of a store this fall in Topeka, Kansas. Set to open in November at 29th Street and California Avenue, the location will be the banner’s fifth and the first in the Sunflower State. Totaling about 50,000 square feet, the store will offer a full-service […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, Schnucks
Schnucks Markets To Close Location In Janesville, WI
Citing a change in market conditions, Schnucks Markets plans to shutter its store at 1501 Creston Park Drive in Janesville, Wisconsin, at 6 p.m. Sept. 21. “We salute our teammates’ valiant efforts while serving the Janesville community and thank our loyal customers for their more than two decades of patronage,” said Schnucks Chairman and CEO […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast
Roche Bros. Supermarkets Launches First Loyalty Program
Roche Bros. Supermarkets has launched its first loyalty program, Roche Bros. Neighbor Rewards, which will feature new digital coupons every week. Customers can enroll in Neighbor Rewards through the Roche Bros. website or mobile app. Members will gain access to exclusive digital coupons on a range of products throughout the store. To celebrate the launch, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, H-E-B, Southwest
H-E-B Continues Growth In DFW Metroplex With Prosper Store Opening
H-E-B recently held a grand opening for a new 133,000-square-foot store at 2145 W Frontier Pkwy. in Prosper, Texas. The site joins eight other H-E-B stores and two Joe V’s Smart Shops the retailer has opened in the DFW Metroplex since 2022. “We’re excited our Prosper store will allow us to serve even more Texans […]
Posted inAssociation News, News, Southeast
CFIC Hosts Annual Convention In Myrtle Beach, SC
The Carolinas Food Industry Council (CFIC) welcomed 1,400 grocery industry representatives to its 21st Annual CFIC Convention, held July 20-23 at the Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort. The three-day event provided educational seminars, industry updates and networking for retailers and suppliers from across the Carolinas. Attendees included hundreds of suppliers who met with leaders from the […]