October 10, 2024

FROM THE DESK OF

A Message From Ashley Page On Disaster Recovery

Your community is far larger than the place you call home, said IGA VP Marketing & Public Affairs Ashley Page. As an Asheville, North Carolina resident recovering from Hurricane Helene, she encourages IGA members affected by hurricanes to stay proud but ask IGA for help, as we all want to help in your time of need.

FEATURED RESOURCES

Natural Disaster Resources For Independent Grocers

Whether your store and community were impacted by Hurricanes Helene and/or Milton, a wildfire, or other natural disaster, click for recovery resources, courtesy of NGA and FMI.

Disaster Relief Round Up At The Register Signs

As our retailers seek to aid those affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, IGA has created fundraising signs to be placed at store payment terminals. Order or download your signage today to start raising needed funds for hurricane victims. 

INSTITUTE INSIGHTS

Featured Course: Store Safety – Severe Weather

From moving quickly out of a flood’s path to researching nearby tornado shelters, this course from the Retail Learning Institute can help retailers keep their customers and associates safe in the case of severe weather.

RED OVAL ROUNDUP

Eggs 101: Essential Training Resource For Understanding the Egg Industry

With rapid changes in hen housing, specialty eggs, sustainability, and products, it's hard to navigate the egg category. IGA Red Oval Partner American Egg Board offers their expertise through a new, simple presentation for both seasoned and new retail category managers and buyers.

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