Western Grocer Serving the industry since 1916
August, 2025
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26 August
Vallarta Supermarkets Expands Fresh Food Innovation with Logile Fresh Item Management Solutions
AI-driven forecasting and planning, intelligent automation and seamless execution streamline fresh production operations across their fleet of stores DALLASꟷLogile, Inc., a global leader in AI-powered solutions, announces the successful implementation of its Fresh Item Management suite at , bringing intelligent automation and streamlined execution to its store locations. As one of the …
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26 August
57,000 Rolls Strong: National Toilet Paper Day Drives Hygiene Equity
Bunzl partners with Food Banks Canada to support communities in need BURLINGTON, Ontario, Aug. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bunzl Canada today announced its annual National Toilet Paper Day initiative, in partnership with Food Banks Canada. The national distributor provided over 57,000 rolls of toilet paper for distribution to food …
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26 August
HEALTH ADVOCACY GROUP HAILS ONGOING RECALL OF RADIOACTIVE SHRIMP, BUT SAYS IT RAISES QUESTIONS ABOUT THE CONTAMINATION’S SOURCE AND LAX US STANDARDS
[Washington, DC – August 22, 2025] The health advocacy group Fukushima Fallout Awareness Network (FFAN) hailed this week’s FDA warnings flagging shipments of Indonesian shrimp that tested positive for the radioactive isotope Cesium 137, which resulted in recalls from store shelves. But while the action is welcome and overdue, the group said, it …
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26 August
Restaurants Canada praises Government of Canada for its removal of retaliatory tariffs on food
Toronto, Aug. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Restaurants Canada is pleased with today’s announcement that Canada will lift its retaliatory tariffs on U.S. food products. After months of uncertainty and negative impacts, this long-awaited measure will provide relief to thousands of businesses across the country and address Canada’s affordability crisis. …
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26 August
Keurig Dr Pepper to Acquire JDE Peet’s and Subsequently Separate into Two Independent Companies – a Leading Refreshment Beverage Player and a Global Coffee Champion
Acquisition to create global coffee leader serving 100+ countries with an unparalleled brand portfolio across all coffee segments, channels and price points Subsequent separation to establish a fast-growing and scaled North American refreshment beverage player and the world’s #1 pure-play coffee company Each company will be positioned to win with …
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26 August
New Spin on a Breakfast Stable, Sustainability in Mind – Joosy
Meet Joosy—a fresh take on your morning glass of juice. Made right here in British Columbia, Joosy is 100% pure mandarin juice that’s naturally sweet, vitamin-packed, and brimming with antioxidants. What makes it extra special? It’s crafted from upcycled mandarins—perfectly good fruit that’s simply a little too “imperfect” for store …
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26 August
Tree Island Yogurt Unveils Fresh Packaging, New 908g Format and a Bigger Commitment to Canadians
Tree Island Yogurt, proudly owned by Canadian Cultured Dairy Inc., is raising the bar for Canadian dairy with the launch of its 100% Canadian milk recipe in a new 908g cup that uses 50% less plastic. Along with a refreshed look, the Vancouver Island–based company is making bold strides in …
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26 August
Grocery Prices Soar Across Canada: Beef Up 12.7%, Coffee Up 12.8%
New Brunswick shoppers face the worst food inflation in Canada, with prices up 3.7% over the past year. Beef costs have jumped dramatically nationwide, rising 12.7% since May 2024. Coffee and tea prices shot up 12.8% across Canada, with Manitoba residents paying 19.5% more. Grocery prices are up across …
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19 August
Grocery Buyers Shifting Tactics
Deloitte’s 2025 annual Retail Holiday Buyer Survey is out just in time for the holiday season. It provides deep insights into how grocery buyers are thinking about how to navigate the current consumer and business climate. The survey was conducted online and polled 50 retail industry buyers, 68% of whom were …
