Finlandia has rolled out Finlandia Imported Butter, available now in 7-oz. blocks in both Perfectly Salted and Unsalted versions. Finlandia says its butter is crafted from pure, fresh milk and produced on family-owned farms in Finland. Finlandia Butter has a rich and creamy flavor and has no added hormones and is made with non-GMO ingredients, according to […]
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WGA Thrives At NGA Show
by Aileen Munster/VP of Education & Research, National Grocers Association The Women Grocers of America (WGA) showed off their pride and spirit in a number of different events at this year’s NGA Show. Furthering its mission to develop the next generation of industry leaders, with an emphasis on young women, WGA once again organized its annual […]
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Cambridge, Massachusetts, To Block Plastic Bags In 2016, And More…
New Channels News In Brief… The Cambridge, Massachusetts, City Council voted Monday to ban the use of thin, single-use plastic bags at supermarkets and retailers beginning in March 2016. Cambridge is the largest city in the state to enact such a ban. In addition, businesses will charge a 10-cent fee for plastic bags. Businesses could […]
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Oasis Brands Donates 11K Rolls Of Product To IGA Operator
Oasis Brands has donated more than 11,000 rolls of paper products to Houchens Industries Inc., owner of grocery stores like Price Less IGA and Crossroads IGA. The donation will provide much-needed supplies to the Housing Authority of Bowling Green. “We are very fortunate to have great partners and suppliers that share in our commitment to […]
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Haggen Donating 45K Pounds Of Fresh Apples To Local Charities
West Coast grocery chain Haggen this week is donating more than 45,000 pounds of apples to Northwest Harvest and the Oregon Food Bank to help feed the hungry in local communities in Oregon and Washington. This donation is part of the Take a Bite Out of Hunger program sponsored by FirstFruits Marketing of Washington and supported […]
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Store Brands Widen Growth Gap vs. National Brands As Sales Hit New Highs In All Outlets
As national brands continue to struggle with lower growth year to year in supermarkets, drug chains and mass merchandisers, store brands sales in all the major retail channels continue their upward trend, setting new records across the board for annual revenue. When 2014 came to a close, store brands had accounted for nearly $3 billion […]
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Industry Applauds Introduction Of National Food Labeling Bill
Food industry groups are praising this week’s introduction of a national food labeling bill, known as The Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act. The bill, introduced by U.S. Reps. Mike Pompeo (R-Kansas) and G.K. Butterfield (D-North Carolina), establishes a federal standard for food and beverage products made with genetically modified ingredients, or GMOs. It preempts […]
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Study: H-E-B, Publix, Trader Joe’s And Hy-Vee Among Most Trusted Companies
Supermarket chains earned the highest level of trust across 20 industries in the 2015 Temkin Trust Ratings. Among the grocers that are most trusted: H-E-B, Publix, Trader Joe’s and Hy-Vee. Costco also ranked in the top 10, though it is considered a retailer—not a supermarket—in the study. Comcast earned the lowest two spots in the […]
Posted in, Midwest, Store News
Whole Foods Opens In Chicago’s West Loop Neighborhood Today
Whole Foods Market opens in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood today. The more than 42,000-s.f. store at 1 N. Halsted is the third of seven Whole Foods stores slated to open in the Chicagoland area this year and the 22nd location in the Chicago market. “We are thrilled to open a store in one of Chicago’s […]
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GMA Praises Introduction Of National Food Labeling Bill
The Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) had praise for The Safe & Accurate Food Labeling Act filed this week by U.S. Rep. Mike Pompeo (R-Kansas) and U.S. Rep. G.K. Butterfield (D-North Carolina.) The bill would establish a federal labeling standard for food and beverage products made with genetically modified ingredients (GMOs). Pamela Bailey, president and CEO […]
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Support For Whole Grain Sampling Day, And More…
New Channels News In Brief… Restaurants, manufacturers, supermarkets, schools and other companies and organizations are invited to participate in Whole Grain Sampling Day on Wednesday, April 1. It’s a day that puts the focus on whole grains and celebrates those that offer these healthy foods to their customers. Organized by Boston-based nonprofit Oldways and The […]
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Whole Foods Hosting First ‘Beauty Week’ In All Stores
Whole Foods Market has kicked off its first-ever “Beauty Week,” which runs through March 24, to celebrate all things beauty related. Whole Body departments across all the Austin, Texas-based grocer’s stores is hosting events, classes, demonstrations and promotions to inform shoppers about Whole Foods Market’s large selection of personal care products and cosmetics. “Our beauty […]
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Avocados From Mexico Launches Ultimate Mexican Fiesta
Avocados from Mexico, the No. 1-selling avocado in the U.S., has partnered with Dos Equis and Sauza tequila for its upcoming promotion, Ultimate Mexican Fiesta. The campaign is designed to encourage consumers to keep the fiesta going through Cinco de Mayo. The consumer contest will run from April 1-May 15. Consumers can enter to win […]
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Coborn’s Inc. Adds Seven To Leadership Team
St. Cloud, Minnesota-based Coborn’s Inc. has hired several new leaders as it builds its growing corporate team. These new hires work across numerous corporate departments in support of store operations, according to the company. Leadership team additions include: • Scott Morris, SVP of center store Morris has 27-plus years of grocery leadership experience, most recently […]
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Aldi Reveals Winners In 2015 Fan Favorites Poll
For the second year in a row, Aldi says its fans have selected their favorite Aldi-exclusive products in the online Fan Favorites poll. More than 5,500 fans cast their votes to crown winners in various categories—including dessert, cheese, beverage, breakfast, organic and bakery. “After an amazing response to last year’s Fan Favorites poll, we’re excited […]
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Cheez-It Comes To The Chip Aisle With Crunch’d Product
Cheez-It is making its first-ever appearance in the chip aisle by introducing Cheez-It Crunch’d, its first ever cheesy puff. Crunch’d is offered in two flavors: Cheddar Cheese and Hot & Spicy that includes a Tabasco flavor. “Crunch and a snack made with 100 percent real cheese have always been key to our cheezy devotees, and […]
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Kraft Recalls 242K Cases Of Macaroni & Cheese
Kraft Foods Group said Tuesday afternoon that it is voluntarily recalling approximately 242,000 cases of select code dates and manufacturing codes of the Original flavor of Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner due to the possibility that some boxes may contain small pieces of metal. The recalled product is limited to the 7.25-oz. size of the […]
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Fresh Healthy Vending Signs New Deal With UNFI, And More….
New Channels News In Brief… Fresh Healthy Vending International, San Diego, California-based healthy vending franchisor, has signed a new three-year deal with United Natural Foods Inc., offering its franchisees an additional discount on food purchases… Dollar General celebrated new store openings in Oregon, Maine and Rhode Island, expanding the retailer’s presence to 43 states. Rick […]
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Topco Salutes Member-Owners For Store Brand Commitment, And More…
Supermarket Report News In Brief Topco Associates recognized several Northeast grocers for their commitment to Topco during the recent annual membership conference in Orlando, Florida. Weis Markets, Giant Eagle and Price Chopper received awards, and C&S Wholesale Grocers was honored as a 10-year member of Topco. Those elected to the Topco Board of Directors are: […]
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Kroger Appoints Grieshaber President Of Columbus Division
The Kroger Co. on Tuesday said current Dillons President Joe Grieshaber has been named president of Kroger’s Columbus Division, replacing Bruce Macaulay, who is retiring after 42 years with the Cincinnati-based grocery giant. “Joe is an accomplished leader with a diverse background and expertise in our fresh departments,” said Mike Ellis, Kroger’s president and COO. […]