Natural Grocers Expands Own Brand of Sports Supplements
Natural Grocers is making a notable impact in the sports supplements market by introducing two new electrolyte products under its private brand. The company emphasizes quality with its offerings, which include Electrolyte Powder and Electrolyte Capsules, both certified to Good…
EXCLUSIVE: Here’s the Tea on Lipton’s Transformation
Just because a brand is steeped in history doesn’t mean it can’t transform when tastes, marketplaces, and values shift. A notable example is Lipton, a company rooted in tradition since 1880, which is actively pursuing new paths to achieve responsible…
Blackhawk Shifting to Paper-Based Prepaid Products
Blackhawk Network (BHN) is taking significant steps toward sustainability by collaborating with Mastercard to shift its branded open-loop prepaid products from plastic to paper-based materials. This initiative aims to reduce the company’s environmental footprint and has already made strides since…
Flashfood Adds Functionality for Independent Grocers
Flashfood is taking significant steps to assist independent grocers in maximizing profits, improving access to fresh food, and minimizing food waste. The company recently launched a tailored platform called Flashfood for Independents, specifically designed to cater to the unique needs…
Loyalty Up at Albertsons, But Profits Down
Albertsons Cos. recently reported mixed results for the first quarter of fiscal 2024, marked by a lower-than-expected profit but significant gains in customer loyalty and digital sales. The company’s Customers for Life strategy, initiated in 2022, focuses on enhancing customer…
Prairie Fresh USA Prime®
Unlocking the Potential of Prairie Fresh USA Prime® Pork In the competitive landscape of the meat industry, quality and innovation are key. Prairie Fresh USA Prime® pork emerges as a frontrunner, utilizing proprietary technology to guarantee premium cuts that stand…
Natural Grocers Issues Statement Supporting FDA’s Ban of BVO in Foods
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Inc. has expressed strong support for the FDA’s recent decision to revoke the approval of brominated vegetable oil (BVO) as a food additive. BVO, a substance modified with bromine, has been linked to adverse health…
CoolerX Debuts Self-Service In-Store Retail Media Platform
CoolerX, formerly known as Cooler Screens, has introduced an innovative self-service platform that revolutionizes retail media. This platform empowers retailers to manage their in-store media and merchandising campaigns directly, leveraging CoolerX’s cutting-edge AI technology and real-time data. According to Artem…
FreshEdge Adds Western Sky Produce
FreshEdge, a prominent fresh food distribution company backed by the private-equity firm Wind Point Partners, has expanded its portfolio by acquiring Western Sky Produce. This fresh produce service provider, based in California’s Salinas Valley, was established in March 2020 by…
Big Y’s New Pharmacy App Is Up and Running
Big Y Foods Inc. has introduced an innovative pharmacy mobile app named Big Y RX. Launched in June, this app is not merely a digital update but a robust tool designed to simplify health management for customers. It caters to…

















