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PFMA Adds PepsiCo’s Middleton, McLane’s Cotherman to Board
The PFMA announces two key board appointments...
Rhode Island and Costa Mesa Rules Show Lawmakers Are Increasingly Willing to Step Into Grocery Operations
Rhode Islands self-checkout law changes grocery operations...
The Hidden Real Estate Factor in Grocery Competition
There's more to grocery competition than mergers, pricing, or market share...
Why Grocery Prices Still Feel High — Even When Food Inflation Isn’t
Grocery prices and food inflation are two very different things...
Connecticut Becomes Second State to Restrict Dynamic Pricing
The Nutmeg State has banned some dynamic pricing...
IDDBA 2026 Attendees Report a Successful Show
IDDBA 2026 was a smashing success. Here's what happened...
FMI – The Food Industry Association Names David Haaf Vice President of Fresh Foods
FMI – The Food Industry Association just announced an appointment...
NGA Pushes Back on OCC Rule It Says Could Keep Swipe Fees High
Swipe fees are in play and the NGA has made its position…
Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) Adds Altria’s Abir Akhand to Board of Directors
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) makes some board changes...
New Jersey Lawmakers Are Being Misled, and Shoppers Could Pay the Price
New Jersey lawmakers have to get this one right...
Are Groceries Going To Be Cheaper in 2026?
We'll answer the question: Will grocery prices be cheaper in 2026?