Victor Savanello has joined FreshPro Foods as vice president of merchandising, sales and business development. Savanello, an industry veteran of more than 35 years, was most recently awarded the 2022 International Fresh Produce Association's Retail Innovation Award. Throughout the course of his career, he has held national produce retail and distribution positions in top leadership at Wakefern Foods, Allegiance Retail Services, The Fresh Market and most recently SpartanNash, based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

As the football season excitement continues to build, Litehouse is taking the tailgating experience to new heights with its Litehouse In The House campaign featuring America’s No. 1 Ranch Fan.

In honor of Veterans Day, Food Lion, an omnichannel retailer, is saluting the service of all U.S. active-duty military personnel and veterans by providing a 10 percent discount Saturday, Nov. 11. The offer demonstrates appreciation for neighbors who are serving or have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

After three consecutive years of volume declines retailers can expect modest food and beverage volume growth next year, according to Circana, formerly IRI and The NPD Group.

Mushrooms aren’t just having a moment. They are a movement, whether showing up in fashion and housewares, featured as a functional ingredient in beverages and snacks or served up fresh in home kitchens and restaurants nationwide.

The Kroger Co. will host a veteran and military family virtual career expo Thursday, Nov. 9 from 2-5 p.m.