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title: How the Grocery Industry's Needs Are Changing the Barcode 
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Plus, Dippin' Dots drives impulse purchases in stores; Last week for Pet Month Photo Contest; Grill Giveaway starts next week!

| View in browser May 24, 2024 FROM THE DESK OF Florida Beaches & Barcodes: How The Grocery Industry's Needs Are Changing The Barcode   IGA CEO John Ross shares how the modern barcode was created in the 1950s and how grocer and shopper behaviors have changed in the 70+ years since then, leading to the need for 2D barcodes. RED OVAL ROUNDUP Dippin' Dots Drive Impulse Purchases For Independent Grocers   Discover how Dippin’ Dots drives impulse purchases at check-out for $0 equipment and labor cost, acting as the perfect summer addition to drive foot traffic to your store. SHOPPER SWEEPSTAKES Shopper Sweepstakes: Celebrate Summer Grill Giveaway Begins May 29   Get the details and assets to promote the Celebrate Summer Grill Giveaway, which gives shoppers the chance to win a new grill. SHOPPER SOLUTIONS Pet Photo Contest Ends May 31!    Show your love for pets — and show off your pet aisle —  by sharing the IGA and Nestlé Purina PetCare pet photo contest and these resources to attract pet shoppers during National Pet Month. EVENT National Rural Grocery Summit Registration   Learn from and strategize with grocers across the U.S. about sustaining rural grocery stores and improving access to healthy foods at the summit, which takes place June 24-25. 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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