NGA Foundation Tapped to Advance SNAP Online Programs

The National Grocers Association Foundation (NGAF) has been awarded a $5 million grant by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to establish a technical assistance center that will guide grocers through the process of implementing online Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) grocery purchasing.

The Giant Company’s Feeding School Kids Initiative Returns for Third Year

January 9, 2023 The Giant Company

For the third year in a row, The GIANT Company announced the launch of its Feeding School Kids initiative and its $250,000 commitment to kick off the program. From now through Feb. 28, customers at GIANT, MARTIN’S and GIANT Heirloom Market stores are invited to round up their grocery purchases to the nearest dollar or convert their CHOICE points into a donation to support public school district food programs.

Morning Kiss Organic Supports a Health-Inspired New Year

January 9, 2023 Morning Kiss Organic

Morning Kiss Organic is ready to ship organic fruit and vegetables from their year round program in anticipation of supporting health-driven lifestyle changes amongst consumers in the new year. From increasing daily servings of fruits and vegetables to committing to buying organic, the new year is a time when people are striving to change their habits for the better. 

IMG Citrus Acquires New Cold Storage Facility and Farmland in Florida

January 9, 2023 IMG Citrus

IMG Citrus, a leading integrated fresh citrus company based in Vero Beach, Florida, announced today the acquisition of the J&J Fresh Produce assets located in Vero Beach. These assets include a new 185,000 square foot cold storage and packaging facility and 1,000 acres of farmland in the Delta Farms water district.

Gabriel Avalos Joins Awe Sum Organics as its General Manager

January 9, 2023 Awe Sum Organics

With roots in the organic and sustainable produce trade for 38 years, since 1985, and with and grower partnerships across the globe in both the southern and northern hemispheres, Awe Sum Organics welcomes Gabriel Avalos to lead their team as General Manager.