Category Archives: News
AFFI Launches Safety Program
The American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) launched the “FSMA Readiness Self-Assessment Program,” a unique online service designed to help frozen food facilities comply with … Continue reading
Ahold USA and its divisions donate $67 million to local charities in 2012
Ahold USA today announced that nearly $67 million was donated in 2012 through the company’s Our Family Foundation, its retail banners of Stop & … Continue reading
Organic Industry Honors Businesses with Responsible Packaging Awards
The Responsible Packaging Project announced the winners of the 2012 Responsible Packaging Awards at the Organicology Conference on Friday, February 8th. The annual awards … Continue reading
Faribault Foods Wins the “Minnesota’s Own” Silver Plate Award
The Minnesota Grocers Association (MGA) has completed its 2012 “Minnesota’s Own” annual campaign to fight hunger in Minnesota. Faribault Foods has been recognized for … Continue reading
Anheuser-Busch InBev and Constellation Brands Announce Revised Agreement for Complete Divestiture of U.S. Business of Grupo Modelo
Anheuser-Busch InBev and Constellation Brands announced a revised agreement that establishes Crown Imports as the #3 producer and marketer of beer in the U.S. … Continue reading
Hispanic Men Present Opportunities for Marketers—Mintel
While the Hispanic population is growing at a fast pace in the US – and with them their purchasing power – it seems in … Continue reading
2013 NGA Show Closes with Record Attendance Numbers
The National Grocers Association’s 2013 NGA Show has come to a close, having once again expanded its offerings to further its reputation as the … Continue reading
PMA issues call for 2013 Fresh Summit speakers
The Produce Marketing Association (PMA) Fresh Summit Committee is currently accepting applications for the 2013 Fresh Summit educational program. The committee is seeking future-focused … Continue reading
Brookshire Grocery Co. Joins EPA’s GreenChill Partnership
Brookshire Grocery Co. recently became one of a select number of grocery retailers nationwide to join the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s GreenChill partnership. By … Continue reading
Harvard Hosts Conference on Food Labeling
The Harvard Law School Food Law Society is hosting its second food policy conference, and the first law school-hosted conference dedicated to examining the issue of … Continue reading
Supermarket Delis Supply Value and Meals for Busy Shoppers
Service delis are saving the day – and often the evening – for time-strapped consumers searching for convenient meals and snacks, according to What’s … Continue reading
Stater Bros. Raises More than $1.5 Million for the Hungry
Throughout the months of November and December 2012, all 167 Stater Bros. Supermarkets, in conjunction with the company’s charitable arm Stater Bros. Charities, “harvested … Continue reading
NGA Launches Technology Resources for Independent Grocers
The National Grocers Association (NGA) kicked off the 2013 NGA Show with an Opening General Session highlighting the organization’s achievements, as well as the … Continue reading
Sixth Annual National Retail Beef Backer Award Winners Announced
Broulim’s Fresh Foods, Redner’s Warehouse Markets, Harris Teeter and Tops Friendly Markets were announced the National Retail Beef Backer Award winners today at the … Continue reading
CPMA’s 2013 Trade Show may be largest one yet
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s (CPMA) Annual Convention & Trade Show will descend upon the Direct Energy Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, April 17-19, … Continue reading
Stop & Shop Customers Raise $1.8 Million through Annual Food for Friends Program
The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company announced the success of its 23rd annual Food for Friends program, which raised $1.8 million by the end … Continue reading
D’Agostino Supermarkets Help Feed Homebound Elderly This Winter
Throughout February 2013, shoppers at D’Agostino Supermarkets, the New York based supermarket chain, are being asked to donate their spare change to help feed … Continue reading
National Mango Board to Host Mango Food Safety Conference
The National Mango Board (NMB) will be hosting their inaugural Mango Food Safety Conference on Wednesday, Mar. 6, 2013, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 … Continue reading
FirstFruits Marketing to launch Take a Bite Out of Hunger 2013
FirstFruits Marketing is launching its third-annual Take a Bite Out of Hunger program at select retailers. FirstFruits Marketing created Take a Bite Out of … Continue reading
MSNBC’s Morning Joe Duo to Speak at United Fresh 2013
Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski, co-hosts of MSNBC’s Morning Joe, will deliver their signature off-the-cuff commentary at the Thursday General Session of United Fresh … Continue reading
Produce for Kids Campaign to Benefit Health & Wellness Classroom Projects
Last fall, Produce for Kids teamed up with Ahold’s GIANT and Martin’s Food Stores, Giant Landover and Stop & Shop divisions; Meijer Stores; Publix … Continue reading
Happy Birthday to the Beer Can
The Beer Institute, the trade association representing America’s brewers, importers and suppliers, recently celebrated the 78th anniversary of canned beer, first introduced by the … Continue reading
Save Mart Supermarkets, American Heart Association Aim to Beat Heart Disease Among Women
Save Mart Supermarkets, in collaboration with the American Heart Association (AHA) and its Go Red For Women movement, has committed to raising more than … Continue reading
Food Lion and Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem Commemorate New Exhibit
Food Lion customers and visitors will have their first opportunity this weekend to experience a new, interactive exhibit to give children a hands-on experience … Continue reading
PMA Foundation to premier Women’s Fresh Perspectives Conference April 21-23
Women currently represent only 15 percent of senior management roles in all industries, despite studies consistently demonstrating how more women in leadership measurably fuel … Continue reading
