Meijer, Inc.

In a bid to boost local economies throughout the Midwest by purchasing even more fresh produce from local farmers, Meijer, Inc. is expanding its sourcing of local produce with an increased emphasis on homegrown fruits and vegetables.

Hannaford Supermarkets and Meijer, Inc. were two of the 63 large businesses that the National Business Group on Health (NBGH) honored as “2009 Best Employers for Healthy Lifestyles,” for their commitment to healthier workplaces.

From a small storefront in Greenville, Mich., supercenter pioneer Meijer, Inc. has evolved into a regional retailing powerhouse that’s currently celebrating its 75th anniversary by rewarding its customers and team members with a number of events, promotions, and contests scheduled throughout the summer.

Midwest supercenter pioneer Meijer, Inc. has rolled out the NuVal Nutritional Scoring System in all 185 of its locations in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky.

Two years after the launch of its Meijer Organics line of products, the Midwest supercenter pioneer is unveiling another health-focused brand that is artificial ingredient- and additive-free.

With local food banks facing shortfalls this spring, supercenter pioneer Meijer, Inc. is relaunching its “Simply Give” food donation program to help restock the shelves of 185 local food pantries throughout the Midwest.

Locally manufactured turbines will be installed within the next 45 days.

ecostore, a 15-year-old brand originally from New Zealand, is making its U.S. retail debut in the Michigan retailer’s superstores.