Consumer Affairs & Relations

Kroger to phase out single-use plastic bags

CEO McMullen calls initiative a ‘bold move that will better protect our planet for future generations’
‘Thinking Store Brands First’: How to increase store brand sales

In part two of a three-part video series, industry expert Greg Pohlmann discusses how retailers and wholesalers can achieve increased store brand profitability and penetration
Behind the writing of new e-book ‘Thinking Store Brands First’

In part one of a three-part video series, industry expert Greg Pohlmann discusses why he wrote the book and how it can help retailers and wholesalers enhance their private brands programs
FDA now accepting public comment on voluntary labeling of bioengineered foods

Seeking input on whether food processors/manufacturers should label foods that have or have not been derived from genetically engineered plants
Albertsons, Rite Aid call off merger

Rite Aid stockholders questioned benefits of union
Publix endures, despite protests

If its latest earnings are any indication, Publix withstood the recent uproar for its support of an NRA proponent. Perhaps people realize that Publix is not the villain it was made out to be
Post Holdings forms subsidiary for its private brands business

Thomas H. Lee Partners will co-own operation called 8th Avenue Food & Provisions
On Kroger’s Visa ban and convenience

Convenience is a hallmark of customer service. Taking away credit cards equates to taking away convenience

Ahold Delhaize USA’s De Paoli is America’s gain