Finding clever ways to reduce costs in an already low-margin business has never been more valuable than it is today, especially as food costs rise. And with a third of all food in the U.S. wasted, grocers are in the unique position to innovate while cutting costs by reducing food and energy waste. See how these four waste-reduction tactics can benefit your bottom line while helping the environment and even aid in recruiting new employees.
HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS
McKim's IGA Shoe Drive is a Family Affair
On the surface, this month's shoe drive hosted by McKim's IGA in Mt. Vernon, Indiana is simply good charity, benefitting the local United Way and shoppers, who get a discount at the store-owned snow cone shop for donating. But with General Manager Larry Williams semi-retiring and his sons taking over the day-to-day operations, it symbolizes the next generation helping community organizations, as Brian Williams leads the fundraising efforts this year.
RED OVAL ROUNDUP
PEBBLES™ Celebrates 50 Years with Shopper Sweepstakes
To celebrate their 50th birthday, Post Consumer Brands' PEBBLES™ is surprising fans with an on-pack promotion with the chance to win presents, including a PEBBLES™ prize box, speaker, tumbler, branded goods, and more. Encourage shoppers to buy their commemorative cereal boxes at your store with social media posts—click to download graphics.
BEST PRACTICES
Share Your Best Practices
We want to hear from you! Tell us what your store is doing to stay competitive, from big innovations to small steps in the right direction. Click the button below to submit your best practices and we'll share in this space to inspire others in the Alliance.
QUIZ CORNER
Answer correctly and your name will be entered in a drawing for a $25 credit to spend at IGAmerch.com!
How much food is wasted in the U.S. each year?
A. Under 10%
B. More than 30%
C. 75%
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Congratulations to last week's winner, Eric Matney of Laurel Grocery! Eric won a $25 credit to spend at Ashgrove Marketing's IGAmerch.com.
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