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eReceipts and Universal Digital Coupons Apps Launch09/22/2021
Cielo Supermarket, Elden’s Fresh Foods have already adopted time-saving, cost-efficient tech
A $6.4B 'Instacart Effect' Is Documented in New Study09/22/2021
New president speaks to Progressive Grocer about research funded by the online delivery platform that shows Instacart is good for grocery
Albertsons 1st Nat’l Grocer to Leverage Firework’s Short-Form Video Capability09/21/2021
Retailer implementing tech to engage directly with digital customers
Creative Choice Awards Winners Honored at NGA Show09/21/2021
Recognition bestowed for best marketing and merchandising programs
Shopping Basket for Wheelchair Users Wins Accelerator Contest09/21/2021
LapSnap product from Includesign earns top spot in 2021 SEED Live pitch competition
County Market Sets the Bar for Engaged Rewards Programs 09/21/2021
Midwest grocer partners with tcc to increase same-store sales and drive long-term loyalty
Giant Food Meets Online Shopping Demand With Free Midweek Delivery 09/21/2021
Food retailer also removes minimum order requirement on pickup orders
Consumers’ Stepped-Up Cleaning Habits Poised to Outlive Pandemic09/21/2021
Disinfectants, sanitizers likely to outperform traditional all-purpose cleaners for some time
PLMA Moves Private Label Trade Show to 202209/21/2021
Association updated its website with new dates, pushing the Nov. 14-16 event into new year
Hy-Vee Associate Wins 2021 NGA Best Bagger Championship09/20/2021
Ben Miller earns top honors over 9 other contestants
Safeway Confirms Theft of Vaccine Records09/20/2021
138 paper COVID-19 vaccine consent forms stolen on Sept. 8
Celebs Join Shelf Engine's Fight to Combat Food Waste in Retail09/20/2021
Advocates help build awareness of automated solution to reduce amount of discarded fresh food
Calgary Co-Op Playfully Celebrates Everyday Food Moments09/20/2021
Co-op’s new ad campaign declares it "Unofficial Sponsor" of the ordinary
Southeastern Grocers Delivers Disaster Relief Through Donations, Fundraising09/20/2021
Retailer helps its communities and associates in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida
Walmart Introduces ‘Built for Better’ Shopping Destination09/20/2021
Online platform makes it easier for customers to ID products better for them, environment
Consumers Turn to Bottled Water to Quench More Than Thirst 09/20/2021
Functional benefits and environmental concerns are top of mind for consumers, manufacturers and retailers
1WorldSync and Buyk Team Up to Deliver Content and Service09/20/2021
Tech platform and real-time delivery service start with NYC market
Phononic Unveils Actively-Cooled Tote for Cold Chain Delivery09/20/2021
Solution designed for quality optimization, sustainability and data-driven insights
PCC Aids Food-Insecure Neighbors09/20/2021
Co-op donaes $30K to nonprofits addressing issue
Organic Trade Association Hires New Director of Public Affairs09/20/2021
Executive has a strong background in nature and ag industries
Elmhurst 1925 Pistachio Crème Oat Creamer and Pistachio Barista Edition09/20/2021
Plant milk innovator releases 2 products featuring nut; also debuts limited-time products
Calling all CPG Innovators: Join the Product of the Year Awards Family09/19/2021
40,000 Shoppers Can’t Be Wrong!
Three Guys from Brooklyn Promotes Nutrition Incentives09/19/2021
Independent grocer teams with NGA Foundation Technical Assistance Center on videos
AdAdapted Launches Mobile Shopping List and Digital Cart Ad Solution09/19/2021
On-demand platform developed to help retailers and CPGs get products into baskets
2021 NGA Show Back in Person09/19/2021
Organizers tout sold-out Expo floor, strong attendance
Albertsons 1st Grocer to Pilot DoubleDash09/19/2021
DoorDash’s new service provides multi-merchant orders
DoorDash Expands Alcohol To-Go Services09/19/2021
Customers in 20 states can now order wine, beer or spirits from restaurants, grocers and retailers
Pushing the Boundaries of Beer09/19/2021
Seltzers continue to sizzle as beer brands seek broader appeal
Bashas’ and Afresh Piloting Solution to Optimize Produce Freshness, Reduce Food Waste09/19/2021
AI-powered solution in place at select stores in Arizona
ADUSA Supply Chain Network Debuts Connecticut Facility09/19/2021
1M-square-foot distribution center features cutting-edge tech
Hy-Vee Adopts New Receipt Marketing Technology09/19/2021
Grocer partners with flexEngage to better connect with customers post-purchase
Shipt Membership Now a Perk for Visa Cardholders09/19/2021
E-commerce provider and payment company add personal shopping and delivery benefit
Kroger’s Seamless Shoppers Have CEO Bullish on Digital Growth09/19/2021
Digital efforts pay off as grocer retains consumers within its ecosystem
PlantX Becomes Walmart Seller09/19/2021
Plant-based provider extends its e-commerce presence in major move
Industry Leaders Recognized by NGA09/19/2021
Honors include collective award for community service
Plant Boss® Southwest Plant Taco meatless crumbles09/19/2021
PLANT BOSS Southwest plant taco features organic meatless crumbles with a zesty blend of organic seasoning
Award-Winning, EPA List N Bathroom Disinfectant09/19/2021
Plant-derived Thymol active ingredient in CleanWell® Botanical Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner eliminates 99.9% of common household germs and is approved for use against SARS-CoV-2
Buttermints09/19/2021
Melt-in-the-mouth candies now available in more flavors, including holiday varieties
Dr. Kellyann’s Bone Broth09/19/2021
Product line appropriate for keto, Paleo and weight-loss diets
Barilla Chickpea Spaghetti09/19/2021
More nutritious take on pasta from venerable Italian brand
Go against the grain with egglife® egg white wraps09/19/2021
Carb-loaded wraps are a thing of the past.
Inc. 5000 and The Fragile American Supply Chain09/19/2021
Worthy Promotional Products is pleased to announce we were the 86th fastest growing privately owned company in America in 2020, as recognized by Inc. 5000.
Progressive Grocer Names the Best New Products of 2021 09/16/2021
This year’s slate of Editors’ Picks does more with less
PCC Touts Local Brands09/16/2021
Chain-wide campaign spotlights area suppliers with signage, social media
Akbar Gbajabiamila to Host NGA’s Best Bagger Championship09/16/2021
PepsiCo-sponsored event to take place in Las Vegas during annual trade show
Kroger Joins Buy Safe America Coalition09/16/2021
Group aims to protect businesses and consumers from organized retail crime