Stater Bros. Implements a Chain-Wide Rollout of Afresh in Produce Departments to Improve Profitability, Ordering and Inventory Capabilities, and Reduce Food Waste

January 28, 2025 Afresh Technologies

After a successful pilot, the Southern California-based chain is implementing Afresh in all of its 169 stores. Stater Bros. is well-known among shoppers for its fresh and affordable foods. By using Afresh, it will now be easier for Stater Bros. to deliver on those promises.

NatureSweet and Barilla Join Forces to Deliver Flavorful Meals

January 28, 2025 NatureSweet

In addition to inspiring recipes, the campaign will feature strategically located signage in both produce and pasta aisles, captivating custom displays, retail media placements, and targeted digital advertising to engage online consumers at Kroger and Kroger banner stores, Albertsons and Albertsons banner stores, Raleys, and The Giant Company.

Source.ag Welcomes Canadian Tomato Grower Jack’s Organics, Part of Hazel Farms Group, as Its Customer 

January 28, 2025 Source.ag

With Source.ag’s solutions, the tomato grower aims to streamline data collection across operations, enhance transparency and team alignment, and enable seamless scalability to support long-term goals.

The James Beard Foundation and Explore Asheville Convene Prominent Chefs, Sustainability and Food System Experts, and Industry Leaders for 2025 Chef Action Summit

The summit will bring together over 200 chefs, advocates and industry leaders to drive meaningful policies for a sustainable and equitable food system.

Restaurant Industry Calls on Angelenos to Join #TheGreatLosAngelesDineOut

January 28, 2025 Restaurants Care

On January 29, 2025, The Great Los Angeles Dine Out encourages a citywide day of dining to support LA eateries and restaurant workers impacted by the recent wildfires. For every LA restaurant meal shared on social media, sponsors including OpenTable, Delicato Family Wines, Rich Products and ChowNow will donate $5 to Restaurants Care (up to $85,000).