NGA Highlights Important Role Independents Have with SNAP-Ed Program
On Wednesday, March 20, Molly Pfaffenroth, NGA Director of Government Relations, advocated for independent grocers and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)-Education program to Congressional offices and the Administration. Joined […]
NGA Urges USDA to Direct More FINI Resources to Grocery Stores
Yesterday, Chris Jones, NGA’s VP of Government Relations & Counsel testified in a listening session at the USDA focused on Research, Education, and Economics programs. USDA hosted the listening session […]
Trends and Topics at the 2019 NGA Show
The NGA Show wrapped up its 2019 event in San Diego last week with a wide range of takeaways for attendees. Here are some insights from the sessions, workshops, and […]
Join me to Build the Future of Our Industry
By: Cindy Sorensen, CEO, The Grocery Group I’m a 35 year-career veteran of the grocery industry. I started my career as a retail sales representative for Nestle Foods in […]
State of the Union Address Features Calls to Actions that Impact Grocers
President Trump delivered his second State of the Union address last night, a speech that featured both divisive rhetoric and calls for bipartisan action and unity. In discussing his economic […]
Support the Future of the Independent Grocery Industry in San Diego
The NGA Show is almost upon us, and with over 60 education sessions, 8 special events and more than 400 exhibitors on the EXPO floor, we’re ready for an incredible […]
Post-Shutdown Update: SNAP Benefits Going Forward
By: Molly Pfaffenroth, NGA Director of Government Relations Last week, President Trump reached a deal with Congress to reopen and fund the federal government through February 15, 2019. This is […]
Larkin: Why Independents Continue To Stand Out
This column originally ran in The Shelby Report Food retail is transforming. Disruption is changing the landscape. However, that doesn’t mean everything changes. Retailers still need to engage customers […]
Clearing up Dietary Confusion
With the holiday season coming to an end, many Americans will be making New Year’s resolutions. Frequently, resolutions take the form of a commitment to diet to lose weight and […]
