FEATURED STORY

Gary & Terrie Baker Leave Lasting Legacy In Retirement

After nearly 40 years of sole ownership of Baker's IGA stores and a 104-year history that saw nine locations, Gary and Terrie Baker have sold their four stores to retire. Discover the history of Baker's, why IGA membership was so important to them, and their advice for other independent retailers looking to retire.

RED OVAL ROUNDUP

Grilling Celebrations Are Here All Year

Boost grilling category sales year-round with these tips from new Red Oval partner Kingsford, including the ideal assortment for retailers.

INSTITUTE INSIGHTS

Register For The Institute's Food Allergen Courses

Just in time for Food Allergy Awareness Week, the IGA Coca-Cola Institute has launched a new course from Ecolab, Food Retail: Food Allergens. In this 13-minute course, students will receive an overview of food allergens, symptoms associated with allergic reactions, and how to handle food allergens.

Need additional training on food allergens? The Institute offers the following:

FARE’s (Food Allergy Research & Education) On the Shelf: A Grocer’s Guide to Food Allergens
FSS1 - Foodborne Illness Overview (Available in English and Spanish)
Food Allergen Compliance (SFS Certification) (Available in English and Spanish; ANSI-certified by state for those who need the official certification)

SHOPPER SWEEPSTAKES

Help Your Shoppers Win $100 IGA Gift Card

Celebrate furry companions during Pet Month with a shopper photo contest—they can win a $100 IGA gift card to spend in your store. Click for details.

IN THE NEWS

3 ways grocers are elevating online order picking in their stores (Grocery Dive)

FMI, NGA, NRF speak out against higher swipe fees in Senate testimony (SN)

The Hershey Co. named 6th on Top 50 Companies for Diversity (Shelby Report)

UNFI deepens its commitment to reducing food waste (Winsight Grocery Business)

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