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title: 7 Steps For Sizzling Meat Sales This Summer 🍖
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Plus, Summer Grill Giveaway begins 7/1; A&J Market wins WFIA Retailer of the Year; Packaged potato merchandising and assortment tips

| View in browser June 8, 2023 FEATURE STORY 7 Steps For Sizzling Meat Sales This Summer   Discover how independent grocers can capitalize on the booming meat category, now at a record high of $87.1 billion, up 5.8% from 2021. Learn from industry experts on how to stand out with assortment, merchandising, and promotions. RESTORE THE SHELF Packaged Potatoes Assortment & Merchandising For A New Generation   Millennials and young families are driving packaged potato sales, which are up over 14% in dollars from last year. Red Oval partner and category leader Idahoan shares optimal assortment and merchandising tips for independent grocers. HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS A&J Market Wins WFIA Retailer of the Year Award   Tucked away in scenic Washington, Andra and John Mobley have built a thriving business and become an integral part of their community, recently winning WFIA's Retailer of the Year award. See what sets them apart in this profile.  SHOPPER SWEEPSTAKES IGA's Summer Grill Giveaway   Starting July 1, three IGA shoppers can win a Traeger grill valued at $1,000 during the Summer Grill Giveaway, sponsored by The Coca-Cola Company, Pictsweet, and Go Grassfed. Get the details and learn why sweepstakes are a great marketing tool.  WEBINAR Staying Relevant In Times Of Change   IGA CEO John Ross joins WFIA CEO Tammie Hetrick for a live webinar on July 11 to discuss changing trends within the independent grocery industry. All are welcome — you do not need to be a WFIA member to attend. Come with questions and register below. The IGA Minute is a weekly newsletter delivering the IGA news you need. For questions, story ideas, or advertising inquiries, email Jessica Vician.  IGA Inc., 8745 W. Higgins Rd. Ste. 210, Chicago, IL 60631 Unsubscribe Manage preferences |
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