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In It for the Long Haul: A Sweepstakes for a Century of Thank-Yous

Join the In It for the Long Haul Sweepstakes starting July 15, celebrating 100 years of IGA and rewarding loyal shoppers with cash prizes and grocery support. Click for details and promotional assets.

RED OVAL ROUNDUP

Better Coffee Means Bigger Baskets

Explore the rise of premium coffee at home, driven by social media trends and Lavazza's new Super Crema. Learn how independents can capitalize on this shift.

IGA CENTENNIAL GLOBAL RALLY

IGA Centennial Global Rally & Awards Gala — Registration & Housing Now Open

This September, be part of IGA’s 100-year celebration with high-impact networking, expert-led education, and a memorable awards gala. Register and reserve your hotel today — space is limited and filling quickly.

SURVEY

Help Shape Future Grocery Insights

The 2026 American Grocery Insights study is collecting perspectives from people across the country to better understand what inspires food purchasing decisions. Share this 30-second survey with your shoppers, and we'll share the results with you once they're in.

SWEEPSTAKES & CAMPAIGN REMINDERS

2026 Coca-Cola Display Contest: Through July 31. Choose between America250 or FIFA World Cup theme, and build a display for a chance to win cash prizes. Get details.

Watermelon Retail Merchandising Contest: Through August 31. Build your best watermelon display and submit for a chance to win $5,000. Find details here.

Celebrate Summer Grill Giveaway: Live through September 8, 2026. Find the strategy, assets, and sponsor lineup to capture more summer grilling dollars.

The IGA Minute is a weekly newsletter delivering the IGA news you need. For questions, story ideas, or advertising inquiries, email Jessica Vician.