According to the 2014 National Grocers Association-SupermarketGuru Consumer Survey Report, nearly three-quarters of consumers (73.6%) state that perimeter fresh foods are the main draws of supermarkets, up from 69.2% in … Continue Reading →
Supervalu said Monday it will host its first-ever national sales expo this summer. read more Supermarket News
Craft breweries are imparting unique flavors in their beer by aging brews in previously used bourbon, cognac, wine and rum barrels. read more Supermarket News
Associated Grocers of New England said it is partnering with Tampa, Fla.-based Webstop to offer its customer web, mobile and email newsletter functionality. read more Supermarket News
David Orgel Independent operators need to carefully assess leadership potential and provide support with education and mentoring, according to Laurie Harmon, VP, human resources, Harmon City. read more Supermarket News
The National Grocers Association named the Creative Choice Awards “Best of Show” winners in marketing and merchandising categories Monday during its annual convention in Las Vegas. read more Supermarket News
Two Hispanic-focused retailers based in Southern California said Monday they have formed a partnership to acquire Pro’s Ranch Markets out of bankruptcy. read more Supermarket News
Thirty-four students and four teachers in Katy, Texas, experienced burning, itching rashes, headaches and nausea for 30 to 90 minutes, Friday, after consuming Uncle Ben’s Infused Rice Mexican Flavor, the … Continue Reading →
Rancho Feeding Corporation, Petaluma, Calif., has recalled 8,742,700 pounds of beef that included diseased and unsound animals processed without USDA inspection. read more Supermarket News
Peter Larkin, president and CEO of the National Grocers Association, tells SN’s David Orgel that the legislative regulatory agenda is among the leading issues facing the independent grocers community today. … Continue Reading →
