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Retail
Giant Dietitians Launch New Talk & Tours
The grocer says the free, monthly interactive events help customers shop with confidence.
January 23, 2026 01:07 PM
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PEOPLE
People
The Raley’s Companies Appoints Carol Barsotti as Chief Communications Officer
Carol Barsotti will oversee public relations, government affairs and community impact. She’ll hold the role while continuing as president of fieldTRUE, a farm-box subscription business.
January 23, 2026 01:20 PM
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Retail
U.S. E-Grocery Sales Surge 32% YOY to Record $12.7 Billion in December 2025
The online share of total grocery spending reaches 19% as order frequency rates continue to climb, with more than half of monthly users placing three or more orders during December, according to Brick Meets Click’s Grocery Shopper Survey.
January 23, 2026 10:03 AM
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U.S. Capitol
Industry
NGA Backs Congressional Call for Stronger Antitrust Action
The National Grocers Association praises a push for federal investigations into discriminatory pricing practices, arguing that enforcing antitrust laws is essential to leveling the playing field for independent grocers.
January 22, 2026 03:23 PM
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Retail
CSC Research Reveals How Shoppers Drove $500 Million in Strawberry Category Gains
The California Strawberry Commission’s 2025 Shopper Playbook shares strategies for retail growth.
January 22, 2026 03:34 PM
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People
Meggie Gilbert Joins Valent U.S.A.’s Sustainable Solutions Team
In her new role, Gilbert will support customer success through close collaboration and technical insight on the West Coast.
January 22, 2026 10:11 AM
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Industry
Charlie’s Produce Completes Operational Integration in Phoenix
Two years after acquiring Stern Produce, the integration of the companies is finished, creating a Phoenix hub that can better serve customers.
January 22, 2026 10:19 AM
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People
Craig Yencho Honored with North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission’s Distinguished Service Award
The commission has also elected a new slate of officers for its board of directors.
January 21, 2026 10:23 AM
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People
Mike Blume Joins Pacific Trellis Fruit
As the East Coast sales manager, Blume will oversee sales strategy while working out the company’s Philadelphia sales office.
January 21, 2026 10:09 AM
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People
Village Fresh Introduces New VP of Sales
Produce sales veteran Richie Keirouz will lead the company’s sales strategy and support its continued expansion.
January 20, 2026 09:44 AM
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