US: Publix recognized on Fortune's Best Workplaces for Women list
Publix has been named on the 2024 Fortune's Best Workplaces for Women list. "Publix is dedicated to creating an inclusive work culture where all associates feel valued", said Publix Vice President of Associate Experience Marcy Benton. "When we embrace diversity, we help empower our associates to reach their full potential".
Source: businesswire.com
US: Mother's Market & Kitchen sees 33% mobile club subscriber growth in 3 months
Independent health-and-wellness grocer Mother's Market & Kitchen has seen a 33% increase in mobile club subscribers, which the Southern California retailer attributes to a free-groceries contest and recently implemented digital kiosk technology at store registers.
Source: progressivegrocer.com
US: Sprouts Farmers Market is becoming cool for younger shoppers
The Phoenix-based natural and organic grocer is seeing more 18- to 34-year-olds walk through its doors. What's pulling in the younger crowd? Social media is playing a big role. Sprouts' marketing team has found influencers and celebrities joining in on the health-food craze, and real-life testimonials from customers are also helping in a big way.
Source: supermarketnews.com
Amazon.com announces third quarter results
Amazon.com, Inc. announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2024. Net sales increased 11% to $158.9bln in the third quarter, compared with $143.1bln in third quarter 2023. Operating income increased to $17.4bln in the third quarter, compared with $11.2bln in third quarter 2023.
Source: businesswire.com
Exploring the success of the Ica dry forests project in Peru delivered by NGO Huarango Nature
Sainsbury's reported: "During a recent visit to Peru, we had the opportunity to witness first-hand the remarkable progress of the Huarango Nature NGO and one of their projects in Ica. Our journey took us to one of our vegetable suppliers, Agricola Chapi, where we marvelled at a forest that we helped local NGO Huarango Nature plant about 10 years ago, which has flourished since, and now provides a vital seed source and regionally important refuge for biodiversity".
Source: about.sainsburys.co.uk
Australia: Update on Coles supply chain modernisation
Coles Group Limited announced it is investing $880mln to develop a new ambient Automated Distribution Centre (ADC) in Truganina, Victoria in partnership with WITRON Australia Pty Ltd (WITRON). This further investment in technology and automation is part of Coles' strategy aimed at delivering a more efficient, safer and sustainable supply chain network.
Source: www.colesgroup.com.au
Henderson Group company named amongst UK's top wholesalers at coveted awards
Henderson Wholesale has been named Wholesale Fruit & Veg Supplier of the Year at the FPC Fresh Awards, which are hailed as the Oscars of the fresh produce industry in the UK. The Henderson Group company won the title after being shortlisted against nine other wholesalers from across the UK, with judges commending the company's passion and commitment to its local suppliers and supply chain in Northern Ireland.
Source: henderson-group.com
UK: Poundland increases number of £1 products 'in wake of Budget tax hikes'
Poundland will increase the number of products priced at £1 or less from around 1,000 items to 1,500 across all of its UK stores. Additionally, it is introducing new £1 fresh produce stands across more than 520 of its UK stores, which will offer key items such as apples and oranges.
Source: retailgazette.co.uk
France: Retailer Casino reports Q3 sales fall ahead of November strategy plan
French food retailer Casino posted lower third quarter sales, weighed down by its ongoing restructuring, which includes the sales or closures of unprofitable stores. Sales for the three months to September 30 fell 1.8% to 2.067bln euros ($2.24bln) on a same-store basis after falling 3.1% in the second quarter. On a reported basis, sales fell 5.1% in the quarter. Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) for the nine months slumped 24% to 402mln euros.
Source: reuters.com
UK: Sainsbury's & the BFG launch their phizz-whizzing new Christmas campaign
Sainsbury's reported: "The ad cuts to the BFG and Sophie travelling in search of great tasting food, sourcing fresh produce from Sainsbury's trusted suppliers - including salmon, Brussels sprouts, and deliciously crumbly Stilton cheese".
Source: about.sainsburys.co.uk
India: Now, buy Hopcoms products online
Starting from Thursday, Hopcoms is hosting a special fruit fair at select outlets till November 11 to celebrate Deepavali and Kannada Rajyotsava. The Horticultural Producers' Cooperative Marketing and Processing Society (Hopcoms) also launched an online platform on Wednesday via the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to expand its reach. Through this platform, customers can purchase Hopcoms produce using apps such as Paytm, Snapdeal and Pincode, all connected to the ONDC network. This digital move follows a successful one-year pilot aimed at making fresh produce more accessible. To further extend its online presence, Hopcoms has teamed up with Jakkur Technoparks Pvt Ltd to sell its produce on the Nearshop app, beginning November 1. Karnataka is one of the first states in the country to introduce fruits and vegetables on ONDC, apart from Delhi, which delivers dairy products.
Source: newindianexpress.com
Britain's Tesco intends to return $902.51mln via additional share buyback
Tesco, Britain's biggest supermarket group, said that it intended to return 700mln pounds ($902.51mln) to shareholders through an incremental share buyback, as it had completed its banking operations sale to Barclays. The new programme is expected to start after the completion of the current 1bln pound share buyback, Tesco said.
Source: reuters.com
New Zealand: Wonky Box expands the fight against food waste with Wonky Pantry
New Zealand's fastest-growing fruit and vegetable subscription service Wonky Box, is elevating its mission to combat food waste even further with the launch of its exciting new venture: The Wonky Pantry.
Source: scoop.co.nz
UK: Groceries in minutes? The rise and fall of Getir
The name "Getir" might not be familiar to most UK shoppers. And that's little surprise, given the company only operated for around two-and-a-half years before shutting down its UK operations. The Turkish ecommerce startup - which specialises in fast grocery delivery services - announced in April 2024 that it will be exiting the UK, US, Netherlands and Germany. The company stated that it wanted to focus on its home market, where it could better leverage its resources and ensure operational profitability.
Source: startups.co.uk
Ireland: Tesco opens new Cookstown store
Tesco Ireland has opened its new store in Cookstown, Dublin 24 creating 13 new jobs. Located at Cookstown Gateway View, on the Luas Red Line, the new Tesco store will offer an extensive range of fresh Irish produce and will feature local suppliers such as Granby Ltd famous for its meats and Manning's bakery.
Source: tescoireland.ie