Last updated on December 28th, 2015 at 12:02 pm
Supermarket News In Brief…
Roche Bros.’ Brothers Marketplace of Medfield, Massachusetts, has been awarded a commendation for retail design as part of the International Council of Shopping Centers’ annual U.S. Design and Development Awards. The award complimented the brand’s “existing core DNA, including the brand’s history and values, while establishing a new identity and experience, emphasizing the concepts of local, community and curation. Located in a quaint neighborhood, Brothers Marketplace layers elements of local heritage with a modern aesthetic. Replacing the town’s beloved local department store, Brothers Marketplace features a new retro-style diner and a mural of the original Lord’s store. The concentration on locally sourced foods sets Brothers Marketplace apart from standard supermarkets.”…
According to the Food Marketing Institute, National Grocers Association and Massachusetts Food Association, regulations for muscle cuts of beef and pork, and ground beef and pork, will no longer be enforced at retail. This is a result of the legislation in the federal Omnibus repealing COOL (Country of Origin Labeling) legislation for meat…
General Mills has acquired Brazilian yogurt maker Carolina Administracao e Participacoes Societarias Ltda., a privately-held dairy products company headquartered in Ribeirao Claro, Parana, Brazil. A leading regional dairy products producer, Carolina is especially known for its strong regional yogurt brands—Carolina, VeryGurt and Gluck.
