Center Store

Kroger Adds Hispanic-Inspired Store Brand
Mercado joins the retailer’s Our Brands assortment
Kellanova Completes Separation of North American Cereal Business
Snacks-led entity was previously known as Kellogg Co.

New Products & Promotions
¡Ya Oaxaca! Mole Sauces
Heat-and-serve product line comes from famed chef Susana Trilling
New Products & Promotions
Volpi Foods Salami Stix
Easy-to-eat snack designed for those on the go
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Supermarket & Grocery Industry News
For Domestic Violence Victims and Their Pets, We Aren’t Backing Down
Our core belief that pets and people are better together isn’t simply a “feel-good” idea. In this instance, it can mean the difference between life and death
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Meat / Seafood
Frozen is FRESH
Frozen seafood from Alaska reels in sales beyond seafood month.
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Nonfoods
Vending Machines: The Solution to Impulse Slowdowns at Checkout
Vending machines combat checkout impulse aisle slowdown
Government Relations
BJ’s to Pay $9M for Not Reporting Potentially Fatal Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission cites retailer responsibility in the wake of deadly fire
Holidays
Spooky Season Kicks Off With New Trends
Meijer shares outlook for fall season, which is pegged to be a robust one
Equipment & Design
Gelson’s Debuting ReCharge Premium C-Store Format
Concept launching in partnership with Rove EV charging centers
Events
IGA’s John Ross Will Keynote PLMA Trade Show
Head of world’s largest independent supermarket network to discuss evolving consumer behavior, future of industry
Private Label
Southeastern Grocers Launches Fall-Flavored Own-Brand Items
Latest private label launch includes 2 fall-inspired ice cream varieties and 3 new baked goods featuring pumpkin
Equipment & Design
EXCLUSIVE: A Look Inside the New Lunds & Byerlys Outside Minneapolis
Progressive Grocer tours upscale retailer’s newly built store in Apple Valley
Events
Natural Products Expo East: 5 Trends to Watch
Last-ever show offered plenty of food for thought

News, articles and commentary offering expert advice and information related to frozen foods, nonfoods, health & wellness, and other topics relating to the center store.