Alabama Grocers Association

09/03/2026

💙 On this Thankful Thursday, we’re thankful for Governor Kay Ivey’s support of family meals and her proclamation recognizing September as Family Meals Month in Alabama!
Family meals provide an opportunity to reconnect, strengthen relationships, and build healthy habits around the table.

Throughout September, we encourage Alabama families to share more meals at home together and celebrate the important role our grocers play in making those meals possible. 🍽️

Find Family Meals Month resources here:
https://www.fmi.org/family-meals

09/02/2026

September is We Card Awareness Month!

We Card provides retailers with tools and resources to help train employees, strengthen responsible retailing practices, and prevent underage access to age restricted products.
Take time this month to refresh your team’s knowledge and explore the resources available through We Card.

🔗 Learn more:
https://www.wecard.org/awareness

08/31/2026

✨💙👋 On this Member Monday, please join us in congratulating Tim Kennedy of Mayfield Dairy on his appointment to the Alabama Grocers Education Foundation Board of Trustees!

Tim's experience and commitment to Alabama's grocery industry will help strengthen the Foundation's mission to advance education and career development. His leadership will support programs that invest in students, grocery professionals, and the future workforce of our industry.

Congratulations, Tim! Thank you for joining the AGEF family and for your commitment to serving Alabama's grocery industry.

08/30/2026

🏖️☀️ Happy National Beach Day!

There's no better time to remind you to save the date for the 2027 AGA Annual Show, returning to beautiful Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort July 25 through July 28, 2027.

Each year, AGA brings grocers to the table for outstanding education, networking, advocacy, and family friendly fun. We can't wait to welcome our AGA family back to the beach for another unforgettable Annual Show.

Mark your calendars now. We'll see you in Sandestin!

08/27/2026

🤝💙 On this Thankful Thursday, we're grateful for everyone who supports the Alabama Grocers Education Foundation.

There's still time to register for the 2026 AGEF Sporting Clays Tournament on Thursday, October 8, at Selwood Farm in Alpine, Alabama.

Your participation directly supports scholarships, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs that help strengthen Alabama's grocery industry for years to come.

Gather your team, become a sponsor, or register today. Together, we're advancing education and career development across our industry.

🔗 https://alabamagrocers.org/foundation/agef-sporting-clays-tournament/

08/25/2026

🎙️ NEW EPISODE OF THE AGA PODCAST!

We’re celebrating a sweet Alabama tradition! 🍯

Paul DeMarco sits down with Temple and Tyner Bowling of Golden Eagle Syrup to talk about the nearly 100-year history of this Fayette, Alabama favorite, their family’s commitment to preserving its legacy, and the important role grocery retailers play in helping Alabama brands thrive.

As a proud Buy Alabama’s Best company, Golden Eagle Syrup is a great reminder to look for Alabama products at your local grocery store this September during the Buy Alabama’s Best Fall Promotion! 💙

🎧 Watch or listen to the latest episode of The AGA Podcast: The Voices Behind Today’s Grocery Industry.
https://youtu.be/bidSDg6QG-c

08/24/2026

08/24/2026

✨💙👋 On this Member Monday, please join us in congratulating Sam Parker of Adams Beverages on his appointment to the Alabama Grocers Education Foundation Board of Trustees!

Sam's leadership and dedication to Alabama's grocery industry make him a tremendous addition to the Foundation. As an AGEF Trustee, he will help advance education and career development by supporting scholarships, tuition reimbursement, and workforce development opportunities for the next generation of grocery leaders.

Congratulations, Sam! Thank you for your willingness to serve and invest in the future of our industry.

08/21/2026

08/21/2026

One voice for Alabama’s grocery industry. 🎙️

AGA President & CEO Ellie Taylor spoke with WVTM 13 about why the SNAP error rate issue matters and what these penalties could mean for Alabama.

For Alabama’s grocers, food banks and the families they serve, this is about finding a fair path forward. Our state needs the opportunity to address the error rate before facing penalties that could create challenges throughout Alabama’s food system.

AGA is proud to continue carrying this message forward and advocating for solutions that protect access to food across our state.

🎥 Watch Ellie’s interview with WVTM 13:
https://www.wvtm13.com/article/alabama-snap-benefits-penalties-impact/73479545

Food leaders in Alabama are urging Congress to address food insecurity and the impact of SNAP benefit cuts, emphasizing fairness and improved accuracy rates.