Meijer Unveils Its First Stores In Wisconsin

June 25, 2015 Meijer

Meijer moved into its sixth state, opening its first two Wisconsin supercenters to local customers today, Co-Chairman Hank Meijer announced. The 192,000-square-foot stores in Grafton and Kenosha have created nearly 600 jobs, and are the first in the state to carry the retailer's unique offerings that include fresh, high-quality produce and groceries, general merchandise and full-service pharmacies.

Florida Grocers Association Launched By Florida Retail Federation

The Florida Retail Federation (FRF) announced on Tuesday that its Grocery Council will be renamed the Florida Grocers Association to help focus on the more than 2,300 grocery stores across the Sunshine State, a $45 billion annual industry. The Florida Grocers Association will be a division of the FRF.

A&P Said To Weigh Second Bankruptcy Filing In Five Years

Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co. is considering a bankruptcy filing among possible options as the 156-year-old grocer works to cut costs, according to people familiar with the situation.

Ahold-Delhaize Deal Would Create One Of Largest Grocery Chains In US

The merger agreement between the Dutch supermarket operator Ahold and the Delhaize Group of Belgium on Wednesday reflected yet another sign of the malaise hanging over the grocery business in the United States.

Freshline Foods Announces Juicing Kit Product Line

June 25, 2015 Freshline Foods

Freshline Foods, one of Canada’s premier processors of fresh-cut, value-added fruits and vegetables, has launched its new Juicing Kit line to offer consumers an easy and convenient way to incorporate more nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables into their routine meal planning.