Month: December 2023

Kroger and Soda Health Collaborate to Launch a Smart Benefits Program to Improve Health and Nutrition Security

December 11, 2023 Kroger

Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., and Soda Health, Inc. announced the launch of a Smart Benefits program, which combines Kroger Health’s services with Soda Health’s &more platform. This program allows participating Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and employer benefits program recipients to receive certain pharmacy, nutrition services and other eligible benefits at The Kroger Co.’s Family of Pharmacies, in addition to purchasing eligible food and over-the-counter health items. …

SpartanNash Promoting Amy McClellan to Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer

December 11, 2023 SpartanNash

Food solutions company SpartanNash announced the promotion of Amy McClellan from Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer to Executive Vice President, Chief Customer Officer, marking the third promotion McClellan has earned since joining SpartanNash four years ago. …

Dole Receives Grand Winner Award for Efforts that Support its Workforce and Well-being in Costa Rica

December 11, 2023 Dole

Dole plc, a global leader in the production and marketing of fresh fruit, announced the company was again recognized for its outstanding corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts in Costa Rica. …

With Volume Up and Dollars Down, It’s Time to Plan Big for Apples This Season

December 11, 2023 Stemilt

Scratch last year’s apple plan because it’s time to turn the tide on this year’s big apple crop and move volume. The October 2023 Nielsen retail scan data reveals that apple dollars and volumes sold are trending down compared to the same time frame last year. Stemilt Marketing Director Brianna Shales says retailers can reverse this trend with multi-variety ad promotions that boost volumes across the category and start growing apples dollars over last year. …

Oxnard Artichokes in Full Production Offers Promotable Holiday Volumes

December 11, 2023 Ocean Mist Farms

Ocean Mist Farms, the leading grower and marketer of fresh artichokes in North America, advises their Oxnard winter crop artichoke program is in full production – and the Coachella season is just beginning – providing excellent volumes to meet customer demand and keep consumers happy through the holiday season and into the new year. …