Consumer Affairs & Relations

Publix highlights hunger relief efforts during Hunger Action Month
Publix recently announced that it has donated more than 33 million lbs. of produce to Feeding America member food banks through several charitable initiatives.
Retail, supplier orgs call for clarity on Biden’s vaccination requirement
In response to President Joe Biden unveiling new vaccination mandates for employers with more than 100 employees, FMI and the Consumer Brand Association are responding.

Dollar General female leaders recognized as HERoes Role Models

Three Dollar General female leaders — Kathy Reardon, Melanie Cook and Mary Alice Kirby — have been named to the 2021 HERoes Women Role Model Lists.
Publix to open Kentucky store

In addition to opening a supermarket in Kentucky, the retailer is opening a Publix Liquors, the first to be located outside the state of Florida, the company said.
Amazon bringing autonomous checkout to Whole Foods Market

Amazon will deploy its “Just Walk Out” checkout service at two Whole Foods Market locations in Washington, D.C., and California.
Albertsons donates $500K to natural disaster relief efforts

The company will donate $250,000 to Hurricane Ida response efforts and $250,000 to wildfire disaster relief in Northern California.
Southeastern Grocers honors 9/11 anniversary with first responder discount

Southeastern Grocers will offer 20% off total grocery purchases for firefighters, police officers, EMTs, paramedics and emergency dispatchers who shop on Sept. 11.
FDA marks competitive generic therapy approval milestone

The agency has approved more than 100 generic drugs with the competitive generic therapy designation since it launched the effort in 2017.
NuLeaf Naturals now a certified B Corp

To achieve certification, NuLeaf Naturals underwent a rigorous evaluation of its business practices and products, as well as its adherence to comprehensive standards.
Giant hosts virtual cooking classes throughout September, October

The retailer is hosting free, live virtual cooking classes via Zoom for cooks of all ages throughout September and October.

Consumer Affairs & Relations

Publix highlights hunger relief efforts during Hunger Action Month

Retail, supplier orgs call for clarity on Biden’s vaccination requirement

Dollar General female leaders recognized as HERoes Role Models

Publix to open Kentucky store

Amazon bringing autonomous checkout to Whole Foods Market

Albertsons donates $500K to natural disaster relief efforts

Southeastern Grocers honors 9/11 anniversary with first responder discount

FDA marks competitive generic therapy approval milestone

NuLeaf Naturals now a certified B Corp

Giant hosts virtual cooking classes throughout September, October