JICC seeks comment on coupon barcode retirement
The Joint Industry Coupon Committee is soliciting industry comments on its intent to retire the use of UPC barcodes on all coupons used in North America by June 30, 2015. … Continue Reading →
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Supermarket News fields center store survey
Supermarket News is conducting its 11th annual survey of center store performance with the objective of developing an industry-wide snapshot of the challenges and opportunities facing this anchor department, with … Continue Reading →
Q2 sales rebound for Ingles
Sales and profits at Ingles Markets during the fiscal second quarter “rebounded nicely” from a slow start to the year, officials of the retailer said. read more Supermarket News
Target CEO Steinhafel resigns
Still reeling from aftereffects of a data breach and a disappointing start to its international expansion, Target Corp. on Monday said it has parted ways with Gregg Steinhafel, its president, … Continue Reading →
GMA to honor former Walmart CEO Duke
The Grocery Manufacturers Association will honor retired Walmart president and CEO Mike Duke with the 2014 GMA Hall of Achievement Award, the organization’s highest honor, at its Leadership Forum on … Continue Reading →
SN, FMI partner for coverage of FMI Connect 2014
Supermarket News and the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) will partner to provide news coverage of FMI Connect 2014, set for June 9 to 13 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. read more … Continue Reading →
The Lempert Report: Breeding better seeds (video)
With Marker-assisted selection plant breeders are able to locate seedlings with the most promising and most desirable traits. Grow them, and get rid of the rest. read more Supermarket News
Roche Bros. expands delivery to Boston
Roche Bros. is expanding its home delivery service in several Boston neighborhoods, beginning Monday. read more Supermarket News
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Gallery: Thyme has come today
The first location of the natural and organic startup Fresh Thyme Farmers Market opened its doors in Mount Prospect, Ill., on April 23. read more Supermarket News