Whole Foods Market Readies New Store Openings for December
Whole Foods Market is set to strengthen its presence in the grocery sector with the launch of several new store locations in December. The natural food retailer is opening two significant stores on December 10 in Boynton Beach, Florida, and…
Lowes Foods CEO Wants Grocers to Believe in Magic
In a recent address at Progressive Grocer’s Grocery Impact event in Orlando, Tim Lowe, the CEO of Lowes Foods, posed a thought-provoking question: What if there were no holiday seasons to boost grocery sales? His answer was simple yet profound:…
Aldi, Amazon, and Dollar General: Examining Their Neighborly Moves and Grocery Impact
The grocery landscape is changing rapidly, and few events illustrate this shift better than the recent strategic maneuvers by major players like Aldi, Amazon, and Dollar General. Each has made significant adjustments to their operations that could reshape the retail…
Sprouts Farmers Market to Open 1st Store in Wyoming
Sprouts Farmers Market is making a significant move by opening its first store in Wyoming, set to launch in Cheyenne on Friday, November 22. The new location at 5214 Rue Terre signals not just a geographical expansion but also a…
Ingles Markets Shares Hurricane Helene’s Impact on Operations
In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastation in late September, Ingles Markets Inc. has released updates regarding its operational status and the financial ramifications of the storm. The North Carolina-based grocery chain has seen significant challenges but is making strides…
Wegmans, Publix Among Best Workplaces for Women
Fortune has unveiled its 2024 Best Workplaces for Women list, highlighting notable food retailers that have committed to creating a supportive and equitable environment for female employees. This recognition goes beyond just offering fair pay and promotions. The report emphasizes…
Roundy's Supermarket Teamsters Ratify New Contract
In a significant development for labor relations within the grocery industry, the members of Teamsters Local 200 have ratified a new contract with Roundy’s Supermarket, the Kroger-owned warehouse that underpins grocery supplies for over 150 stores across Wisconsin and Illinois….
Whole Foods Market Adds 40 New Certified Cheese Professionals
Whole Foods Market is making significant strides in the specialty cheese sector by adding 40 new Certified Cheese Professionals (CCPs) to its roster. This update solidifies the retailer’s position as the world’s leading employer of CCPs, with over 370 team…
Wakefern Details Gains at Annual Meeting
At the recent annual shareholders’ meeting of Wakefern Food Corp., held on October 17 at the Hilton in Parsippany, New Jersey, Chairman Sean McMenamin emphasized the cooperative’s dedication to innovation and its unwavering commitment to serving customers and communities. This…
Grandson of Legendary Retailer Stew Leonard’s Named President of Farm Fresh Store
In an exciting new chapter for one of Virginia’s beloved food retailers, T.J. Leonard has been appointed as the president of Tom Leonard’s Farmer’s Market in Richmond. This transition not only marks a new leadership era but also continues the…
