CA Grocers Assoc.

“I think customers are smart. They realize that nearly every product on the shelf gets here by truck,” Adam Zack, the owner of Jensen’s Foods, said. He says that way they can absorb as much of the impact as possible, so it’s not put on the customers. 10news.com/news/local-new…

While Californians want elected officials focused on affordability, its politicians continue to pursue policies that raise prices on grocery store shelves. #Anaheim voiceofoc.org/2026/03/anahei…

“Workers who oversee self-checkout areas are commonly helping customers with lotto tickets, Coinstar and more..." For those keeping track at home, we're now regulating grocery self-checkout to sell more lotto tickets and operate Coinstar machines. voiceofoc.org/2026/03/anahei…

That increase is slower than the 20-year historical average of 2.6%. supermarketnews.com/grocery-catego…

This year, California updated its plastic bag ban by allowing grocery stores to offer only paper bags at checkout. Will that make a difference? sfchronicle.com/personal-finan…

Heavy snow ❄️ in the mountains and winter weather across California is impacting travel & commerce. It’s a moment to say “thank you” to the truck drivers and workers throughout our food systems who are delivering groceries in challenging conditions. Video credit: @CBSSacramento

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@lindaAnn1996752 @SenBlakespear With that in mind, isn't it a good thing to make it easier to get some money back for your bottles and cans?

@CalGrocers @SenBlakespear More laws, more taxes, more extra charges... can we just say NO MORE BS?

Thank you, @SenBlakespear, for leading the charge to make recycling more accessible for Californians.

After more than 20 years without a grocery store, construction is underway on Plumas Lake’s first full-service market, with an opening estimated for fall 2026. abc10.com/article/life/s…

Congrats on Berkeley's Mi Tierra Foods on 30 years! Mi Tierra Foods is more than a family-operated grocery market providing specialized items from Latin America - it is a beloved local institution that has generously helped and supported the Berkeley community.

“Nobody expects a checker to stop a shoplifter.” While some argue self-checkout restrictions will reduce retail theft, the truth is these types of laws only frustrate customers and cause higher prices on grocery store shelves. ocregister.com/2026/01/22/cos…

“La Mirada is proud to welcome Northgate Market and the González family’s investment in our city,” said John Lewis, who represents District 1. Lewis said the store will provide jobs, support local schools, and expand grocery options for residents. lmlamplighter.com/2026/01/17/nor…

When you think about why California has the highest grocery prices in the nation, remember all the solutions in search of problems. From @VoiceofOC: "It's unclear what benefits the program could bring to the @CityofCostaMesa, with city staff noting during their conversations with Long Beach city staff they’d found no evidence of 'any substantial increase in staffing' and seen frustration from customers over the item limit at check outs." voiceofoc.org/2026/01/costa-…

When grocers grow, California communities win. Congrats to @Fremont_CA on the new H Mart headed your way! grocerydive.com/news/h-mart-la…

Our Educational Foundation is on a mission to break $1 million in scholarships to grocery industry employees and their dependents this year. The application window is open now through April 1. More info here: cgaef.org/apply-for-a-sc…

@SenBlakespear @Cblakespear @CALPIRG Thank you, Senator, for working with your community grocers to find a practical solution that balances shopper needs with California's environmental priorities.

It was wonderful today to be at Seaside Market in Cardiff, handing out reusable bags and talking about the implementation of my #SB1053, which bans plastic bags from being provided at grocery store checkouts. This will significantly reduce CA’s plastic bag pollution! @CALPIRG #ZeroWaste

“An active member of the industry and CGA Board for many years, I’m confident his integrity, compassion, and drive will be of great service to our grocery community over the next year,” said CGA President and CEO Ron Fong.  📰 Learn more at: hubs.li/Q03YDKzL0 #RichardWardwell @CalGrocers

In the new year, the famous "Paper or Plastic?" question will be no more in California grocery stores.