Federal bill would prohibit mandatory GMO labeling
A federal bill introduced Wednesday would preempt states from legislative efforts to require labeling of genetically modified foods. read more Supermarket News
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AG of New England promotes 2 in finance
Associated Grocers of New England on Wednesday said it had promoted Cindy Caldwell to VP of finance and Chris Lyle to comptroller. read more Supermarket News
Rouses introduces private brand beef
Rouses has introduced Texas Star Beef, a line of beef exclusive to its stores. read more Supermarket News
Americans will spend less this Easter
Americans celebrating Easter plan to spend slightly less on food, candy, gifts, apparel and other items compared with last year, according to NRF’s Easter Spending Survey. read more Supermarket News
Group opposes Safeway-Albertsons deal
The proposed Safeway-Albertsons merger would decrease competition and increase food prices, according to extensive comments filed with the Federal Trade Commission by a group called Food & Water Watch. read … Continue Reading →
Phil Lempert’s New Products Hits & Misses (video)
Supermarket Guru Phil Lempert samples five new products this week: pretzel thins; fat free yogurt; Kalimantan chocolate ice cream; petite medley potatoes; and pichuberries. read more Supermarket News
Walmart to expand U.S.-made assortment
Walmart is seeking out more suppliers of American-made products. read more Supermarket News
Grocery delivery serves niche markets — for now
Online grocery delivery services in the Midwest are growing in popularity, although they are still primarily serving smaller, niche markets. read more Supermarket News
SN Price Check: Price battle in Chicago
The Chicago grocery market is particularly competitive, as evidenced by the latest SN Price Check, a mystery shop involving a 20-SKU basket purchased at a Meijer, Target, Walmart and Jewel-Osco. … Continue Reading →
Taking Sides: Pesticide residues
Should consumers be concerned about pesticide residues on fruits and vegetables? read more Supermarket News