Author Archives: Grocery Headquarters
Food Forum: Targeting mature Millennials
This demographic represents a growing opportunity for grocers. By Richard J. George, Ph.D. Age, lifestyle and life stage all influence food retail attitudes and … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 11 Article Archives, Columns
Food Forum: Turkeys with history
Heritage turkeys can help grocers appeal to consumers who are interested in the origins of their food. By P. Allen Smith With the holiday … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 11 Article Archives, Columns
Talking shop with… Renee Sang
The global director of the Accenture Customer Innovation Network says information is only valuable if you can make it profitable. Grocery Headquarters: What are … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 11 Article Archives, Talking Shop
Sounding Board: Beyond the sale
Too often, supermarket executives think the relationship ends when the customer exits the checkout. A look at the Best Buy model could change some … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 11 Article Archives, Columns
An Independent Voice: Hitting the gas
Can independent grocers compete in the fuel business? By Jane Olszeski Tortola Over the past couple of years, we’ve witnessed it all as “retailers” … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 11 Article Archives, Columns
Nonfoods Talk: The new sheriff in town
Bed, Bath & Beyond is going after the nonfoods category. That is not good news for any supermarket chain’s GM/HBC department. By Seth Mendelson … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 11 Article Archives, Columns, Nonfoods for Profit
SUPERVALU Announces Sale of Bristol Farms Division
SUPERVALU announced the sale of its Bristol Farms division (14 stores) to a company formed through a partnership with the Bristol Farms management team … Continue reading
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SymphonyIRI Research Reveals Consumers’ Expectations of CPG Industry
CHICAGO, Nov. 1, 2010 - Emerging from the economic whirlwind of the past few years is a new breed of astute shoppers who are seasoned … Continue reading
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MyWebGrocer Expands
MyWebGrocer, with the nation’s largest online grocery audience, has announced tremendous growth in the reach of its advertising platform. The company’s audience was already … Continue reading
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NOAA and FDA Announce Chemical Test for Dispersant in Gulf Seafood
Building upon the extensive testing and protocols already in use by federal, state and local officials for the fishing waters of the Gulf, NOAA … Continue reading
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P&G Launches Have You Tried This Yet?” Initiative
In an effort to drive trial and make shopping for innovative products effortless and cost effective, Cincinnati-based Procter & Gamble introduced its “Have You … Continue reading
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Mintel: Consumers Perceive Superior Quality of Sustainable Food and Drink
Consumer demand for sustainable food and drink continues to grow, and companies are increasing the supply, as Mintel Global New Products Database (GNPD) has … Continue reading
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BPA Hazard Spurs Industry Innovation
October 21 2010 – Major brand name companies including Hain Celestial, H.J. Heinz, ConAgra, and General Mills are taking a leadership role in responding … Continue reading
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Village Farms responds to the Value Consumer Trend with full line of Products in Value-Added Packaging
In keeping with the consumer trend toward value and convenience in the face of the new economy, Village Farms has now added all new … Continue reading
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Whole Foods Market Celebrated As EPA Green Power Partner of the Year
AUSTIN, Texas – Whole Foods Market has received a Green Power Partner of the Year award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for … Continue reading
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A&P Provides Update on Turnaround Plan and Announces Second Quarter 2010 Results
MONTVALE, N.J. – October 21, 2010 – The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company provided an update on its comprehensive turnaround plan to strengthen … Continue reading
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Supermarket Websites Integrate Social Networking to Personalize Shopping Experience
MINNEAPOLIS- Grocery Shopping Network (GSN) announced today the initial launch of their Social Media Integration suite with 20 of their retail partners in the … Continue reading
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Heineken ‘The Holidays Start Here’ Retail Program Celebrates the Art of Planning the Perfect Party
WHITE PLAINS, NY – Heineken, the number one selling European import beer in the U.S., today unveiled the details of its ‘The Holidays Start … Continue reading
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Weis Littles Ones Enables Customers to Donate Diapers and Infant Care Products to Families in Need
(Sunbury, PA) – Weis Markets today announced the launch of its new Weis Little Ones program, allowing customers to donate diapers, baby wipes and … Continue reading
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Stop & Shop Awarded with Sidney Farber Medical Research Award
QUINCY, Mass., Oct. 18 /PRNewswire/ — Stop & Shop today announced it received the 2010 Sidney Farber Medical Research Award, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s highest accolade, for … Continue reading
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Shop ‘n Save Grows Pharmacy Division with Acquisition of Rinderer’s Drug Stores
KIRKWOOD, Mo., Oct 18, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) — SHOP ‘N SAVE, a grocery and drug retailer serving the St. Louis metropolitan area and Springfield, … Continue reading
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Target Stores Redesigned
Target stores in Chicago, Dallas and the Washington DC area have been redesigned to further deliver one-stop shopping convenience for guests. The stores feature … Continue reading
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Wakefern Food Corp Wins Garden State Green Award
Edison, NJ –Wakefern Food Corp./ShopRite is this year’s winner of the Garden State Green Award in the Corporate Citizen category. The corporate award is … Continue reading
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Lund Food Holdings and Hy-Vee Receive FMI’s 2010 Maximizing People Potential Award for Innovative Human Resource and Training Programs
ARLINGTON, VA — The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) presented the 2010 Maximizing People Potential Award (MAXX Award) to Lund Food Holdings Inc., Edina, MN … Continue reading
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Bottom Dollar Food Opens Store in Pennsylvania
Bottom Dollar Food, a soft-discount grocer, opened its first store in King of Prussia, Pa. The 19,000 square-foot store will offer more than 6,800 … Continue reading
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