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Deployment of the "Fast Start" program will allow for initial synchronization with the wholesaler's biggest supplier, Kraft Foods.

The natural market specialty firm said research shows product authenticity, and a focus on core consumers are helping sales performance.

The chain's top exec told investors at a Morgan Stanley event that the "Just Around the Corner" marketing scheme aims to win over more consumers.

The Organic Trade Association's multipronged campaign aims to grow the consumer base as "confusion" reigns.

Marketers have to keep their assortments in shape to stay in step with shoppers' continued demand for healthy choices in frozen and dairy.

The initiative will include new annual events focusing on education and business opportunities.

Giant Food Stores, LLC said it has hired Charles Achuff to be its director of information technology. Reporting to v.p. of information systems & technology Mary Jane Jamrogowicz, Achuff will oversee vendor delivery and hardware infrastructure for information technology at the chain.

The drug channel is wreaping the biggest benefit, as more shoppers look for cheaper self-care products such as OTC medication.