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Top news from trade associations, market research firms and management consultancies pertaining to consumer grocery trends, policy, regulatory and advocacy efforts.

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Trilateral Trade Agreement Praised by Grocery Industry

Retail partners believe the move is a positive one for the U.S. supply chain.

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Winsight Inks Partnership With National Restaurant Association

WGB parent assumes operational ownership of the annual restaurant show, which will continue to be branded under the association’s name as part of a 45-year sponsorship.

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Minnesota Grocers Association Names Kris Kowalski-Christiansen as Chair

By WGB Staff on Sep. 25, 2018

The second-generation grocer will replace Superfair Foods' Mark Collier.

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GMDC Honors Bob Richardson With Lifetime Achievement Award

By WGB Staff on Sep. 19, 2018

The long-standing member of the association and director of sales for The Clorox Co. was awarded at the Health Beauty Wellness Conference in Orlando, Fla.

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Grocery Industry Gives Grim Prediction on China Tariff Repercussions

By Rebekah Marcarelli on Sep. 17, 2018

Industry partners warn the duties could have negative effects on suppliers, retailers and consumers alike.

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FMI's Family Meals Month Spurs Retail Initiatives

By WGB Staff on Sep. 04, 2018

Hy-Vee is among the grocers supporting the cause to "make mealtime even easier and bring families back to the dinner table."

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PFSE Launches Food Safety Awareness Initiative

By Natalie Taylor on Aug. 30, 2018

Industry partners, including Costco and Cargill, are teaming up for "The Story of Your Dinner" campaign, designed to educate consumers on safe food handling.

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PTI Leadership Council Urges Industry Collaboration on Produce Traceability

By Natalie Taylor on Aug. 17, 2018

The romaine outbreak and recent recalls highlight the need to track produce’s “last mile,” officials say.

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United Fresh Kicks Off Leadership Class 24

By WGB Staff on Aug. 10, 2018

The yearlong program is designed to prep students for careers in the produce industry.

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National Fisheries Institute Rebrands Website to Support Seafood Workers

By WGB Staff on Aug. 06, 2018

AboutSeafood.com now features video testimony from the industry’s workforce in response to the new trade tariffs.