SNAP Increase is Critical Investment in Local Communities
By Molly Pfaffenroth, NGA senior director of government relations The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) last week announced that monthly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance (SNAP) benefits will increase by 27% beginning […]
Independent Grocers’ Fall Legislative Preview: Webinar Key Takeaways
By Jim Dudlicek, NGA Director of Communications and External Affairs Congress will have a lot on their plate once they return from the August recess. From the debt limit and […]
IT Retail to Participate in Nutrition Incentives Solutions Booth at NGA Show
Nutrition incentives are helping grocers all over the country increase their produce sales, retain more customers and achieve greater engagement with their store community. But creating automated POS transactions to […]
The Economic Power of Independent Grocery Partners: Webinar Key Takeaways
Jim Dudlicek, Director, Communications and External Affairs Independent community grocers generate more than $250 billion in sales, but their strength is felt far beyond the checkout lane. Creating more than […]
What Your Refrigeration Engineer Wishes You Knew About Tech: Webinar Key Takeaways
By Jim Dudlicek, NGA Director, Communications and External Affairs Refrigeration is the heart of the supermarket, and retailers need simple, cost-effective solutions for refrigeration monitoring and maintenance. How do you […]
How to Turn Recall Crisis into a Normal Business Process: Webinar Key Takeaways
By Jim Dudlicek, NGA Director, Communications and External Affairs The inconvenience and even pain of recalls flows down the supply chain, landing squarely in retailers’ laps. What if it didn’t […]
NGA’s Monthly Checkout
Antitrust Reform and Enforcement Efforts Gain Momentum in July; NGA Honors Independent Grocers with Prestigious Awards; The NGA Show Sells Out Exhibit Hall 1) NGA Member David Smith Testifies About […]
NGA’s Antitrust Efforts Gaining Momentum
For the last year, independent grocers have been on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping their business operating for communities across the country. Independents ensured a safe environment for customers and employees by adopting measures such as […]
Federal Reserve to Clarify Debit Routing Rules, Seeks Comment from Industry
By Robert Yeakel, Director of Government Relations The Federal Reserve has been in the spotlight lately. While most attention has been focused on whether the agency will notch interest rates higher […]
WIC Cash Value Benefit Increase Is a Homerun for Customers
By Michael Gay, Manager of Food Fresh in Claxton, Georgia In Claxton, Georgia, I manage the only grocery store in the county, often serving customers working overtime or two jobs to make ends […]
