Publix Ranked No. 1 Supermarket in America, No. 3 Pharmacy in Florida for Customer Service

July 6, 2020 Publix

Publix has been named to Newsweek’s 2020 America’s Best Customer Service list, ranking No. 1 in the supermarket category and No. 9 overall. Separately, Publix Pharmacy also ranked No. 3 in Florida on Newsweek’s 2020 list for Best-In-State Customer Service.

Join the Club and be Part of Gelson’s New Rewards Program

July 6, 2020 Gelson’s

Gelson’s has introduced a new rewards program where customers can earn points for every dollar they spend. The more you spend, the more you get! With four different tiers (Foodie, Gourmet, Connoisseur, Epicure), come a variety of perks and benefits. Instacart is also integrated into the program making it easy for customers to order online, pick up and still earn points. Customers can sign up for free at their nearest Gelson’s store or visit www.gelsons.com/rewards

NGA: USMCA Secures Free Trade and Vital Imports for Independent Supermarkets

The National Grocers Association, the trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, released the following statement from NGA Director of Government Relations Molly Pfaffenroth, once again voicing support for the United States -Mexico – Canada Agreement (USMCA), which went into effect yesterday.

California Prune Board Authorized to Continue for Another Five Years

July 6, 2020 California Prune Board

Following a successful public hearing, the California Prune Board (CPB) has been authorized by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) to continue for another five years through July 31, 2025 – without the need for an industry referendum.

B.C. Fruit Growers Worried About Lack of Camp Space as Harvest Season Begins

July 6, 2020 CBC News

Fruit growers in B.C.’s Okanagan region are worried they won’t have enough space for workers this summer, as rules and regulations around COVID-19 have changed the way camps work.