Delhaize America names new CIO
Delhaize America said Monday it has named Michael Laurenti chief information officer, effective Nov. 17. read more Supermarket News
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Rouses, AG-Baton Rouge dispute goes to trial
A judge in Thibodaux, La., is set to hear a case Monday between Rouses Enterprises and a former wholesaler, Associated Grocers of Baton Rouge. read more Supermarket News
Alfalfa’s names Varsames COO
Alfalfa’s, a Boulder, Colo.-based natural and organic products retailer, on Monday announced the promotion of two key management staff, and the appointment of natural and organic food retailing veteran Paul … Continue Reading →
Are meal solution stores on their way?
An Amsterdam retailer each day offers 14 recipes, complete with all of the portion-controlled ingredients that one would need to prepare that recipe. Would this idea-generator work in the U.S.? … Continue Reading →
NGA, PBH team up to share resources
The National Grocers Association and the Produce for Better Health Foundation said Monday they have formed a partnership focused on the continuing education of supermarket dietitians with independents, small retail … Continue Reading →
Perdue agrees to remove ‘Humanely Raised’ claim
Perdue Farms has agreed to remove the “Humanely Raised” claim from its Harvestland chicken labels as part of a settlement of two federal lawsuits. read more Supermarket News
Video: Analyst foresees some Walmart ‘cannibalization’
BB&T Capital’s Andrew Wolf says it’s “too soon to say” how Walmart’s new focus on its Neighborhood Markets will affect the performance of its Supercenters, but he does expect some … Continue Reading →
Gallery: Bi-Lo store closings, Piggly Wiggly sale and more trending stories
Readers of SN’s e-newsletter also enjoyed stories on Whole Foods’ pricing experiment, Wal-Mart’s food sustainability plan and Associated Wholesalers Inc.’s bankruptcy auction. read more Supermarket News
What is Whole Foods Market’s greatest worry?
That it may not adequately improve its price image Competition from Sprouts, Mariano’s and similar chains Competition from conventional retailers with improved focus on natural/organic Something else (what?) Supermarket News
Margaux’s signature accessory? A very cool water bottle
It’s cool, it’s chic, and it’s great for good health, the environment — and first impressions. read more Supermarket News