Food

The latest update to the Sparta, Mich., location is part of an ongoing effort by the company to provide a shopping experience focused on fresh products, convenience, and value.

The new assortment includes a variety of trail mixes, nuts and seeds, and candy and chocolates.

In his new position, Clay Dockery will ensure the organization's standards are visible and drive results within the sector.

The grocer's new Real Root by Sprouts assortment includes more than 130 wellness products.

The annual gathering in Chicago this year will feature more than 800 exhibitors from outside the United States.

Officials with the private label coffee supplier said the agreement will allow the company to expand its product development capabilities.

The specialty grocer's annual list ranges from functional foods to the continued evolution of the mushroom to the growth of nature's natural sweeteners.

Continued private label growth is opening new opportunities for U.S.-based manufacturers.