The program is open to farmworkers not in a management or administrative role who work in farm labor or production. They must have worked in fresh produce for at least two years and embody values that “Grow the Good.".. Read More
Roath's promotion comes as mass retailers such as Target and Walmart are already gaining on traditional grocery retailers for the consumer’s share of food shopping... Read More
Almost 2,000 employees of The Giant Co., based in Carlisle, Pa., met to celebrate the retailer’s 100th anniversary — and two produce managers, a store manager and 18 others won awards... Read More
Chandler, Ariz.-based Bashas’ new president, Steve Mayer, talks about his career, the supermarket and its banners, prioritizing produce, differentiation, foodservice at retail and other goals he has in store... Read More
Steve Mayer was promoted to president of Bashas’ Operating Cos., announced June 14, at a grand opening ceremony that also celebrated Bashas’ new headquarters in Chandler, Ariz... Read More
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture hosted the Eastern Produce Council's Annual BBQ May 23, at Demarest Farm in Hillsdale, N.J., celebrating a leader's retirement, a scholarship winner and sharing crop updates... Read More
PALM DESERT, Calif. — Tamara Muruetagoiena looked across the crowd... Read More
PALM DESERT, Calif. — Tamara Muruetagoiena looked across the crowd gathering in the ballroom of the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa. There was much to learn at the two shows hosted by The Packer and PMG... Read More
Dyenson, who previously served as vice president of food safety and quality for Dole Food Co., has almost three decades of food safety experience covering the grower, retailer and foodservice sectors. .. Read More
More than 4,645 people in the community — from former employees, longtime shoppers, family, colleagues and friends — posted tributes within two days after the death of the Northeastern grocer founder... Read More
Produce executives, retail dietitians, suppliers and marketers mingled as the Arizona sun softened, creating a festive evening air for the welcoming party at Produce for Better Health's Consumer Connection Conference... Read More
Per Bank will be the president and CEO of Loblaw Cos. Ltd., a Canadian supermarket chain and distributor headquartered in Brampton, Ontario... Read More
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Amid fragrant jasmine, intense sunshine and a Camelback Mountain backdrop, digital marketers and retail dietitians mingled at Produce for Better Health's Consumer Connection Conference... Read More
WOODLAND PARK, N.J. — Amid the white baby grand piano, dozens of chandeliers and a chocolate fountain, members of the Eastern Produce Council met at EPC's John J. Jay McAleavey Annual Gala... Read More
Shuman will be leading business development initiatives to maximize the growth potential for the Share-ify platform. The company offers solutions for corporate compliance, food safety and quality assurance... Read More
The Equitable Food Initiative's leadership team committee worked with farming operations and co-workers to create the series to educate and raise awareness about the realities of being a farmworker... Read More
AeroFarms has hired two more produce leaders to support retail and foodservice business. The controlled environment agriculture company, based in Newark, N.J., has farms along the Eastern Seaboard and in Abu Dhabi... Read More
Wakefern, which had record sales of more than $18 billion in 2022, is a retailer-owned cooperative including the ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage and Fairway Market banners... Read More
Heritage Grocers Group has promoted Eric Stover to division CEO of Cardenas Markets, based in Ontario, Calif. He was formerly the chief merchandising officer... Read More
