Author Archives: Grocery Headquarters
Digging deep
There is a lot going on in the nonfoods world, even if we have to look a little harder to find the news. By … Continue reading
From the Publisher: Getting the message
Consumers are wired and that means they know everything in an instant. Can retailers take advantage of this trend? By Seth Mendelson Facebook and … Continue reading
New Early Detection System Helps FDA Identify More than 100 Food Safety Problems in First Seven Months
More than 100 food safety reports were submitted by industry to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s new electronic portal in its first months … Continue reading
USDA Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan, Senator Lindsey Graham, House Minority Leader John Boehner Scheduled to Speak at Washington Public Policy Conference
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The architect of Obama Administration’s “buy local” movement, one of the most important “deal makers” in the United States Senate, and … Continue reading
Survey Shows Majority of California Pear Growers Practice Sustainable Farming
Sacramento, CA – A recent survey of California pear farmers has found that when it comes to sustainable farming practices such as employing Integrated … Continue reading
Stop & Shop Installs Solar Panels on Stores in Massachusetts, Connecticut and New Jersey
(QUINCY, MASS.) – Stop & Shop today announced that it has completed the installation of solar panels on eight of its stores in Mass., … Continue reading
Traditional Grocery Stores Losing Market Share to Specialty Retailers
New York, July 30, 2010 – Specialty food retailers, such as Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods, have capitalized on renewed consumer interest in and … Continue reading
Fruits of fall
The beginning of the apple and pear season harkens year- round sales opportunities. By Nina Amir As summer winds down, the produce category gears … Continue reading
Kraft Foods Announces Plans to Double the Amount of Whole Grain in Nabisco Crackers
NORTHFIELD, Ill.,/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Kraft Foods announced plans to significantly increase the whole grain content in its leading Nabisco cracker brands, more than doubling the … Continue reading
General Mills Methuen warehouse is company’s first solar powered U.S. facility
METHUEN, MASS. (JULY 23, 2010) – Advancing General Mills’ commitment to renewable energy, the company today announced a major solar energy initiative at … Continue reading
Sam’s Club Hosts Nationwide Open House
BENTONVILLE, Ark., July 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Sam’s Club is hosting an open house beginning Friday, August 6 through Sunday, August 8 for members and … Continue reading
Consumers Trade Down from Restaurant Meals in Favor of Fresh Prepared Foods
New York, July 22 2010 – By most accounts, Americans slowed their spending on consumer products as a result of the economic downturn. However, … Continue reading
People Want Real-Time Information to Make Smarter Food Purchases
BEVERLY, Mass. – July 22, 2010 – As smartphone adoption continues to increase, people expect mobile devices to improve their everyday lives – right … Continue reading
Lance and Snyder’s of Hanover Announce Merger
Charlotte, North Carolina and Hanover, Pennsylvania, July 22, 2010 – Lance, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNCE) (“Lance”) and Snyder’s of Hanover, Inc. (“Snyder’s”) today announced they have … Continue reading
“Stronger, Better Bi-Lo” Concept Unveiled at Newly Remodeled Store
GREENVILLE, S.C. (July 26, 2010) – BI-LO marked the manifestation of the company’s efforts to re-engineer its stores over the last 13 months as … Continue reading
National Retail Federation Foundation To Provide Retailers With Access To PCI DSS On-Demand eLearning For Payment Card Security And Compliance
New York, New York, (July 20, 2010) –VigiTrust today announced it will partner with the NRF Foundation, the research and education arm of the … Continue reading
Alcohol manufacturers drink in profits from at-home consumption, reports Mintel
Chicago (July, 2010)-Mintel research finds that more consumers are throwing back their glasses at home, instead of in bars or restaurants. Among alcohol drinkers, … Continue reading
Back-To-School Blues Expected To End For Retailers
NEW YORK (July, 2010) – With the 2009-2010 academic year having recently ended for some 76 million children and adults enrolled in the nation’s … Continue reading
America’s More Matters Pledge Toolkit Now Available Online from Produce for Better Health Foundation
Hockessin, Del. – The marketing toolkit for America‘s More Matters Pledge: Fruits & Veggies . . . Today and Every Day! is now available … Continue reading
Target Partners with Kraft Foods and Procter & Gamble to Combat Childhood Hunger and Support Academic Achievement
MINNEAPOLIS (July, 2010) – Target announced its continued support to help end childhood hunger and support K-12 education by partnering with Kraft Foods and … Continue reading
The Grocers Supply Co., Inc. Joins Topco Associates LLC
HOUSTON, July 12, 2010 – The Grocers Supply Co., Inc., announced today that it has become a member of Topco Associates LLC and will … Continue reading
Kraft Foods Programs Cut Manufacturing Waste by 30% in Four Years
NORTHFIELD, Ill. (July, 2010) - Whether people call it garbage, rubbish, trash or junk – everyone creates waste. And no matter what it’s called, too much … Continue reading
New Law in California to Help All Supermarkets in the State Go Cage-Free
(July 2010)- Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed landmark legislation that protects animal welfare and food safety. The new law requires that shelled (whole) eggs sold … Continue reading
The A&P Family of Supermarkets Debuts Text, Give, Save Campaign to Benefit The Children’s Miracle Network
MONTVALE, N.J., 2010 – In a unique new promotion designed to “give back” while “getting back,” The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. … Continue reading
United Fresh to Donate Salad Bars to New Orleans Schools
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Schools throughout New Orleans will be the beneficiaries this fall as the United Fresh Produce Association has announced that it will … Continue reading

