Blue Apron Switches Meal-Kit Strategy in Hopes of Becoming Profitable in 2019

February 4, 2019 Amelia Lucas, CNBC

Meal-kit companies originally built their businesses using subscription models and deep discounts that didn’t result in long-term customer loyalty. But to create a sustainable, profitable business, Blue Apron is changing its strategy.

Shoppers Save Millions On Healthier Food Purchases Through Health & Wellness Program

February 4, 2019 Healthy Savings

Healthy Savings announced today that its members have saved nearly $2.5 million on healthier foods like fresh produce, whole grains, lean meats, yogurts, cereals and more.

National Grocers Association Reveals Creative Choice Awards Category Winners

The National Grocers Association (NGA) revealed this year’s winners in its Creative Choice Awards contest, sponsored by Kellogg’s and Unilever. The year-long contest honors the best marketing and merchandising programs in the grocery industry that have positively impacted sales, had a unique benefit to the community, and raise the bar for creativity in the independent grocery sector.

Food Marketing Institute Elects New Directors to its Board

February 4, 2019 Food Marketing Institute

Food Marketing Institute (FMI) introduced new directors to its board during its annual meeting at the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference in Miami this week. FMI Board Chairman Joe Sheridan, president and COO, Wakefern Food Corp, announced the following appointments.

Maytag Dairy Farms sold to Iowa equity firm

A West Des Moines private-equity fund has purchased Maytag Dairy Farms, the nationally recognized maker of Maytag blue cheese.