Local Teens Show ‘Can-Do’ Spirit
CRANFORD, N.J. — The Cranford Teen Advisory Board here claims to have set a new world record for the largest pyramid of cans, thanks to a donation from ShopRite’s Partners … Continue Reading →
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Dorothy Lane Readies for Local Club
DAYTON, Ohio — Dorothy Lane Market is accepting membership into its third-annual local food club. read more Supermarket News
Several measures ranging from a restriction on marketing energy drinks to minors to an outright ban on their sale are being debated at local and state levels. Do you agree that:
Suffolk County, N.Y., Legislator William Spencer has the right idea, and energy drinks shouldn’t be marketed to kids. Illinois State Rep. Laura Fine’s proposal to prohibit the sale of energy … Continue Reading →
Market Brings Local Food to Food Desert
AUSTIN, Texas — A new grocery store called Rosewood Community Market celebrated its grand opening here last week with a mission to provide local food to an underserved area of … Continue Reading →
Checking Food Safety Practices Among Local Growers
Retailers take extra measures to be sure their local grower-suppliers are following best food safety practices. read more Supermarket News
Local Foods Still Present Far-Flung Challenges
Retailers are facing sizable hurdles, in areas ranging from distribution to weather, in executing these highly popular programs. Viewpoints read more Supermarket News
Study: Shoppers Loyal to Local
CHICAGO — Consumers, getting more serious about their quest for local food, are choosing to do their food shopping where local products are available, and are willing to pay a … Continue Reading →
UFCW Orders New Election for DC Local
LANDOVER, Md. — The international president of the United Food and Commercial Workers union has ordered a new election for officers of Local 400 here following an investigation of alleged … Continue Reading →
Selling Local Is Good for Business, Retailers Say
LAS VEGAS — Selling products that are grown or made locally can help differentiate independents while stimulating the local economy, retailers told a workshop session during the 30th annual convention … Continue Reading →
U.S. consumers’ interest in local food grows
The local food movement is spreading—from rural farm market stands to supermarket shelves. IFT Daily News