Author Archives: Grocery Headquarters
Begging for more
The natural pet set has expanded beyond food to include treats, toys, cat litter and more. By Carol Radice Sit. Stay. Stay healthy. While … Continue reading
Making house(wares) calls
From food preparation tools to candles, housewares can thrive in the grocery channel if the category is properly planned and promoted. By Craig Levitt … Continue reading
Where the boys are
Thanks to an influx of male shoppers and value- based products, the men’s grooming category continues to grow. By Deena M. Amato-McCoy For years, … Continue reading
A united front
By focusing on enterprise-wide data integration, supermarket chains are primed to boost customer service and profitability. By Deena M. Amato-McCoy While supermarket executives are … Continue reading
Double duty
Loss prevention equipment is going beyond catching the misdeeds of shoppers and employees. Cameras, monitors and other devices are also helping to improve customer … Continue reading
An Independent Voice: Barking up the right tree
Some independents are giving pet owners a treat by creating outstanding pet sets that go beyond the traditional offerings. By Jane Olszeski Tortola During … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Larry Graham
The president of the National Confectioners Association (NCA) says nearly 3,000 confectionery items are introduced in the U.S. each year, more than any other … Continue reading
Food Forum: Flower power
New varieties of orchids are easier to grow and can fit into any budget. By P. Allen Smith Over the past several years, floral … Continue reading
Wellness Forum: How men shop
By Cary Silvers Many retailers know that their success is determined by their ability to be ahead of the curve on trends and consumer … Continue reading
On Point: Here today, gone tomorrow
Could your brand end up on the auction block? By Tom Weir As 2010 was drawing to a close, a group of people gathered … Continue reading
Nonfoods Talk: Feeling the power
Rather than go the way of photo/film, the batteries category is re-inventing itself as consumer needs change. by Seth Mendelson The retail industry can … Continue reading
Sounding Board: Who shall lead?
The recent medical leave of Apple’s founder Steve Jobs pushes succession planning to the forefront. By Len Lewis I like to think that companies … Continue reading
Wakefern Named One of 2011 Best Places to Work in New Jersey
Keasbey, NJ – February, 2011 – Wakefern Food Corp. announced today that it has been named one of NJBIZ magazine’s 2011 Best Places to … Continue reading
Giant & Martin’s “Living Here, Giving Here” Programs Give Back More Than $19 Million In 2010
Carlisle, PA- Officials from GIANT Food Stores and MARTIN’S Food Markets today announced that charitable donations made in 2010 as part of the companies’ … Continue reading
Price Chopper Donates Thousands of Free Flu Shots Throughout Its Communities
Schenectady, N.Y. – In an effort to help members of communities within its corporate footprint who would like to get a flu shot but … Continue reading
Hurst’s Berry Farm Announces New Marketing, Sales and Packing Company
Hurst’s Berry Farm, Inc. has reorganized its marketing, sales and packing operation into a brand new entity – HBF International, LLC. “HBF” is the … Continue reading
Sunflower Farmers Market Unveils New Logo
Boulder, CO — Sunflower Farmers Market customers noticed an exciting change to their weekly sale flyers – a fresh, all-new Sunflower logo. The new … Continue reading
Target to Open Small-Format Store in Chicago Landmark
Target announced it will open a Chicago store in a landmark at South State Street and Madison Street East in Chicago. The small-format store … Continue reading
Food Lion To Add More Coupon Kiosks
Based on increased in-store coupon usage, Food Lion is planning to add more MVP Savings Center kiosks inside their stores to help customers save … Continue reading
Planters Kicks Off 2011 “Naturally Remarkable” Campaign
LOS ANGELES – February 2011 – Planters kicks off its 2011 “Naturally Remarkable” campaign at a sustainability showcase hosted by Global Green, a leading … Continue reading
MillerCoors Donates to River Network
CHICAGO (February 22, 2011) – MillerCoors today announced an $80,000 donation to River Network, a national non-profit organization with more than 650 local member … Continue reading
CVS/pharmacy Simplifies Shopping for Value with Just the Basics
WOONSOCKET, R.I., Feb. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ — CVS/pharmacy announced the introduction of Just the Basics(TM), a new line of household essentials that brings smart … Continue reading
Despite Rising Costs, Wegmans Vows No Price Increases Through 2011 on 40 Products Families Buy Most
ROCHESTER, NY - At a time when commodity and fuel costs are rising dramatically, Wegmans Food Markets announced that it will not increase prices through … Continue reading
Stephanie Skylar of Chief Super Market, Inc. is named the Women Grocers of America (WGA) Woman of the Year Recipient
During the Chairman’s Dinner and Gala at the 2011 National Grocers Association (N.G.A.) Annual Convention and Supermarket Synergy Showcase in Las Vegas, Stephanie Skylar … Continue reading

