ABA Announces 2017 Fall Policy Conference

The American Bakers Association (ABA) is pleased to announce that the 2017 Fall Policy Conference will be held in Washington, D.C., Sept. 25-27, 2017. The conference is a nexus for baking industry professionals to gather for advocacy education, policy track discussions segmented by ABA Committee focus, Capitol Hill visits with relevant elected officials, and networking with peers and members of Congress.

Schnucks Partners With Simbe Robotics To Test Robot At Three Stores

July 27, 2017 Schnuck Markets, Inc.

Schnucks is turning to a high-tech partner to help maintain an exceptional shopping experience: an aisle-roving robot named Tally. Schnuck Markets, Inc. and Simbe Robotics, Inc. will collaborate to test-pilot Tally at three St. Louis metro area stores beginning July 31.

Supervalu Buys Central Grocers Warehouse; Deal May Put More Store Brands In Supermarkets

Minnesota-based grocery company is making a power play in the Chicago area, stepping into the void being left by the bankrupt Central Grocers, a nearly century-old grocery cooperative that's closed up shop.

Label Insight Reports Strong Customer Momentum For Transparency Initiatives

July 27, 2017 Label Insight

Label Insight, the market leader for product transparency, today announced strong customer growth in Q2 2017 for its data transparency solutions. The company has inked deals with several new CPG manufacturers and retailers that will help those organizations respond to the consumer mandate for greater transparency.

Schwan's Company Expands Pizza Capabilities With Acquisition Of Better Baked Foods & Drayton Foods

July 27, 2017 Schwan’s Company

Schwan’s Company, a leading national food business, announced today it has acquired from NE Foods Inc. its wholly owned subsidiaries of Better Baked Foods and Drayton Foods. The terms of the sale were not disclosed.