Walmart Expands ‘To Go’ Test As Competition Heats Up For Online Grocery Sales

February 17, 2014 Barbara Thau, Forbes

Walmart is expanding its Walmart To Go test so that consumers can now order groceries and general merchandise items online and pick them up at a nearby store for free, in addition to having them delivered to their home for $5 to $7.

Canada’s Grocery Giants Face Prospect Of Eroding Margins

February 17, 2014 Hollie Shaw, Financial Post

There is a serious downside risk to Canada’s grocery sector if the superior margins it enjoys compared to the U.S. decline over the next two years, says a new industry report.

Overwaitea Food Group Signs Purchase Agreement With Sobeys Inc.

February 17, 2014 Overwaitea Food Group

The Overwaitea Food Group (OFG) is pleased to announce the purchase of 15 store locations in British Columbia and Alberta from Sobeys Inc.

Grower Shipper Association Foundation: AgKnowledge Now Accepting Applications for Class VIII

The Grower-Shipper Association Foundation is accepting applications for the 2014 AgKnowledge program now through February 28, 2014. Applications are available at the Grower-Shipper Association Foundation website.

California Giant Adds To Food Safety Staff

February 17, 2014 California Giant Berry Farms

California Giant Berry Farms continues to emphasize the importance of prevention and training with regard to food safety.  As a result, the company has created a new staff position focused on field level education and training and recently hired Jazmin Lopez  as the new Food Safety Coordinator.