Packaged food diets may spur more weight loss
A study published in the Journal of Obesity shows that people who eat a diet of portion-controlled packaged foods may lose more weight than those who only get nutritional advice. … Continue Reading →
Author: R. Daneel Olivaw
Wrigley stops production & sales of caffeinated gum
According to a letter from Wrigley North America President Casey Keller, the company has decided to suspend the production, sales, and marketing of its newly launched Alert Energy Caffeine Gum. … Continue Reading →
Minor Remodels Effective: Stater Bros.
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. — Stater Bros Markets here said its “dollhouse remodels” are producing only slight sales increases, “but we’re trying to fight off competition and make the stores nicer … Continue Reading →
American Egg Board offers academia, industry instructional materials
The American Egg Board (AEB) is offering academic institutions and food science professionals the latest version of its instructional Egg Science & Technology Lesson Plan, Volume 2. IFT Daily News
Kroger Elevates Two in Finance
CINCINNATI — Kroger Co. here on Tuesday said it has named Scott M. Henderson vice president of pension investment and strategy, and tapped Todd A Foley to succeed him as … Continue Reading →
NGA Hires Lynch for Industry Relations
ARLINGTON, Va. — National Grocers Association here said Tuesday it has named Brian P. Lynch vice president of industry relations, effective June 3. read more Supermarket News
C&S to Take Over Winn-Dixie Distribution
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Bi-Lo Holding, parent company of Bi-Lo and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, said Tuesday that it has reached a long-term agreement under which Keene, N.H.-based C&S Wholesale Grocers will … Continue Reading →
Ahold Taps Morrisons Vet as Group CIO
AMSTERDAM — Ahold said Tuesday it has hired Ben Wishart to fill the newly created role of group chief information officer, based at the company’s headquarters here. read more Supermarket … Continue Reading →
Asian Aspirations: Modern Asian Supermarkets Aim for Younger Shoppers
Some segments of the ethnic supermarket channel are ready for prime time. Gone are the cracked linoleum floors, bewildering signs and outdated service cases. read more Supermarket News
Schnucks Converts Logli, Highlander Stores
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Schnuck Markets has begun converting the 11 Logli and Highlander stores in this market and in Janesville, Wis., to the Schnucks banner. read more Supermarket News