Loblaw Cos. Ltd. plans to pilot a new concept, value-based no name store in three Ontario markets beginning in September. The no name store will help customers save up to 20 percent on everyday grocery and household essentials, by lowering operating costs and carrying only a targeted assortment of products.

G&R Farms is excited to be attending and exhibiting at Southern Innovations again this year and will be sending several from top leadership to exhibit and attend as many of the events as possible.

Paper, Pulp and Film is a family-owned paper converting business in Fresno, CA, dedicated to producing sustainable packaging solutions. This independent company specializes in a variety of paper boxes designed for the retail of fruits and vegetables.

The New York Apple Association is kicking off this year’s apple harvest by linking school districts with New York apple growers, shippers and foodservice distributors carrying New York apples. Many retail partners are excited to offer New York apples, making them easily accessible to schools.

“Apple harvest is happening a little earlier, and we couldn’t be more excited,” said Cynthia Haskins, president and CEO of the NYAA. 

SpartanNash hired Erin Storm as its senior vice president and chief marketing officer. Storm will lead the marketing function, including the OwnBrands portfolio, retail marketing programs, e-commerce and digital experience, creative services, shopper insights and loyalty.

More than 250 grower licensees, retailers and media partners joined Sun World International for its mid- to late-season Table Grape Field Day Aug. 22 at its Center for Innovation in Wasco, CA. The annual event brought together licensed growers, marketers, importers, retailers and media partners from around the globe to see firsthand how Sun World brings innovative new table grape varieties to market.