Independent Grocers Antitrust Policymakers to Level Playing Field

Two independent grocers testified on behalf of the National Grocers Association (NGA) to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division on how anticompetitive tactics by dominant retailers in the grocery marketplace leads to unfair conditions for independent grocers.

Becker Logistics Acquires Trek Freight Services

March 31, 2022 Becker Logistics

Effective December 31, 2021, Becker Logistics LLC, a 3PL Company has acquired Trek Freight Services, LLC located in Lincolnwood, IL. Trek Freight has been in business for 21 years and Becker Logistics will be celebrating their 25th anniversary this coming May, combining these two entities for a total of 46 years of transportation experience.

Bay Area Businesses Left With Unpaid Bills After Startup Zero Grocery Shuts Down

March 31, 2022 Stephanie Magallon,

Several Bay Area businesses said they are dealing with unpaid bills across the board after a local startup and food delivery company suddenly shut down.

Dole Recruits Heroes of the Mind, Launches Uniquely Rewarding Social Contest as Part of Marvel Produce Program

March 31, 2022 Dole Food Company, Inc.

Call out to teachers, principals, counselors, mental health professionals, social workers and all others cultivating strong, healthy minds! Your everyday hero’s story could land you a share of $10,000 in scholarships to expand your passion project to make the world a better, healthier place.

Vertically-Farmed Strawberries are Coming to Market

March 31, 2022 OnePointOne

OnePointOne and California Giant Berry Farms have announced their strategic partnership to bring the highest quality vertically-farmed strawberries to market. California Giant has made an equity investment in OnePointOne, with President, Joe Barsi, joining OnePointOne’s Board of Directors.