Aldi Distribution Center In Royal Palm Beach, FL Moves Forward

Discount supermarket chain Aldi’s plan to build an 821,000-square-foot distribution center and regional headquarters on State Road 7 continues to sail smoothly, with a village panel’s approval of a preliminary site plan for the $50 million project.

Kroger Begins Discounting Thousands Of Items

The Kroger Co. has begun cutting prices, in some instances by more than half, on more than 10,000 items in its seven local supermarkets, an executive said. That represents more than one-third of the 28,000 items in Kroger's grocery, drug and general merchandise sections, said Carl York, the advertising and public affairs manager for Kroger Mid-Atlantic.

An Interview With Shon Boney, CEO Sprouts Farmers Market

The Bay Area is becoming a magnet for grocers that want to expand existing operations or launch new ventures. Safeway, Walmart, Foods Co., Whole Foods and Grocery Outlet are among those seeking to muscle up in the region. Sprouts Farmers Market is attempting to beef up its efforts though acquisitions of rival grocers Henry's Farmers Market and Sunflower Farmer's Market.

CWI Specialty Foods Names Peter Hausin Chief Executive Officer

August 3, 2012 CWI Specialty Foods

CWI Specialty Foods, Inc. announced today the appointment of Peter Hausin as Chief Executive Officer. He replaces Robert A. Sigel who will remain a principal investor and Director of the company. Mr. Sigel said; “Peter Hausin joins our company with a wealth of industry experience and knowledge, and is the right person to take the helm at this time.” Mr. Sigel became a director of CWI in November of 2010, and assumed the CEO role in January of 2011 at a critical time for the business. He has guided it through a management and operational restructure, positioning the business for continued growth.

Artisanal Brands Launches Direct Stock Ownership Program For Customers

August 3, 2012 Artisanal Premium Cheese

Artisanal Brands, Inc. announces that its registration statement on Form S-1 has become effective with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The registration gives the Company the opportunity to offer shares of its common stock directly to individual investors.