Big Y Working To Expand Hispanic Products Assortment

As Big Y prepares to reopen its recently remodeled West Springfield location in Massachusetts, the grocer is searching for locally produced Hispanic and Latin American items to be featured at the store.

The Hispanic grocery section features traditional ingredients and pantry staples from across Latin America including Brazil and the Caribbean, with a selection of tropical fruits, vegetables like plantains, ajicito peppers, an expanded selection of roots, sugar cane, chayote, an assortment of chili and more.  

Company officials said while the grocer is currently looking for Hispanic and Latin American products, Big Y is always interested in adding new partners of all types from their store regions. It partners with more than 500 local businesses with more than 4,000 individual local products. These items can be found across every department in stores. Companies interested in becoming a local partner can inquire at www.bigy.com/LocalPartners. 

“Our mission at Big Y has always been to provide our customers with a diverse selection of high-quality products that meet their culinary needs and preferences," said  Mike Cormier, senior vice president of Sales and Marketing at Big Y. "With the introduction of our new Hispanic grocery section, we are excited to offer an even broader range of options, allowing our customers to explore and experience the rich and vibrant flavors of Latin American cuisine,” he added.