Nonfoods

In one of the most dramatic price reductions in its history, Dierbergs Markets is reducing prices on two of its best-selling categories: milk and eggs.

Just about everybody thinks IT ought to merit major investment but many fewer CPG exec believe their companies are putting their money where their mouth is, according to a research report issued yesterday by the Grocery Manufacturers Association.

As the 2008 hurricane season blows to its peak, with no fewer than three storms bearing down on the East Coast, the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co., Inc. has established a Hurricane Preparedness Guide featuring important items households need in the event of severe weather.

Strong perishables performance helped push food sales growth to 11 percent for the month.

The initiative, which includes discounts on generic drugs, OTC items, and foods, rolls out New Year's Day.

The grocer launched a 150-item store brand program across departments as a draw for customers looking for restaurant-quality meal makings at home.

The program's co-sponsor local firm Brown Bag Naturals to sponsor L.A. Alliance Public Charter School's lunch program.

Called Smart Boxes, each meal includes healthy food items, an organic drink, and a word game printed on the box