Connecticut Food Association

08/06/2026

Thank you to Big Y World Class Market in Bishops Corner for hosting Governor Ned Lamont, Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Connecticut Department of Labor Commissioner Danté Bartolomeo, State Senator Derek Slap, State Senator Julie Kushner, and Foodshare President & CEO Jason Jakubowski.

The Connecticut Food Association appreciates the Governor's administration and our legislative partners for their continued collaboration on issues important to consumers and the food industry. We are grateful to Big Y for their hospitality and leadership in bringing together public and private sector leaders to discuss opportunities that strengthen Connecticut's workforce, economy, and food system.

Office of Governor Ned Lamont Office of Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz Connecticut Foodshare

08/03/2026

We're excited to welcome Phil Lempert, the Supermarket Guru, as our featured speaker at this year's Food Industry Champions Celebration!

Phil is one of the food industry's leading experts on grocery, retail, and consumer trends, and we can't wait to hear his insights this October.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Connecticut's food industry. Register today at https://ctfoodassociation.org/events/food-industry-champions-celebration-2/
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07/17/2026

Congratulations to Price Chopper Supermarkets-Market 32 on the grand opening of its brand-new Newington location! This beautiful, state-of-the-art store is a wonderful addition to the community. If you're in the Newington area, be sure to stop in and check it out!

06/04/2026

The Connecticut Food Association is proud to support this Saturday’s Girls on the Run Greater Connecticut 5K event in Fairfield, an inspiring program that helps young girls develop confidence, leadership skills, and healthy habits through teamwork, goal-setting, and personal achievement.

A special thank you to Cingari Grade A ShopRite for donating food to support the runners and volunteers. Community partnerships like these help make events such as Girls on the Run possible and highlight the meaningful impact local businesses can have across Connecticut communities.

Best of luck to all the participants this weekend. Your dedication, determination, and positive spirit are already worth celebrating, and we look forward to cheering you on.


Grade A Market - Newfield Ave. - Stamford, CT

06/02/2026

Over $4,500 was raised yesterday at the Connecticut Food Association Golf Outing in support of the Hartford Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association.

A sincere thank-you to our food industry partners, whose generosity made this fundraiser a success. From sponsorships to raffle donations, their support helped advance the fight against Alzheimer's disease while making for a memorable day at the majestic Lake of Isles golf complex.

The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support, and research, bringing together communities across the country to support those impacted by this devastating disease.

The Hartford Walk to End Alzheimer's will take place on October 18, 2026.

To learn more, register, donate, or get involved, visit the Connecticut Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association: https://lnkd.in/e3p98p8u

Together, we are making a difference.

05/07/2026

The Connecticut Food Association is proud to support this Saturday’s Girls on the Run Greater Connecticut 5K in Bloomfield, an inspiring event that helps young girls build confidence, leadership skills, and healthy habits through teamwork and achievement. The celebratory 5K takes place this Saturday, May 9, with more than 300 participants expected to cross the finish line.

A special thank you to Geissler's Supermarket for donating granola bars and fruit snacks to support the runners and volunteers. Community partnerships like these help make events such as Girls on the Run possible and reinforce the positive impact local businesses can have across Connecticut communities.

Best of luck to all the participants this weekend. Your energy, determination, and spirit are already something to celebrate.

05/04/2026

Welcome to the CFA, Troy Industrial Solutions! We’re excited to have you join our community and look forward to working together.

04/23/2026

CFA works closely with policymakers, community organizations and industry partners to ensure that decisions are grounded in how the food system actually operates. At a time of economic pressure and policy uncertainty, that collaboration has never been more important.

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The Shelby Report

Connecticut’s small geographic size means there are not too many food deserts, according to Wayne Pesce, president of the CFA.

04/21/2026

At last weekend’s Big Connecticut Food Event 2026 at the Yale School of Management, a standout group of emerging brands took the stage, making a strong case for what’s next in Connecticut’s food economy.

Competing in the emerging brands category:

Aasaaska Foundation — Hartford

crAves By Aves — Manchester

Black Girl Kimchi — Norwalk

Rizzo's Gluten Free Pizza— Hamden

Sidekick Snacks — Winsted

Different categories, different stories, but the same underlying theme: Connecticut entrepreneurs are building brands that reflect changing consumer tastes, local identity, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit driving food innovation across the state.

And if you’re wondering where the next breakout product on grocery shelves comes from, it’s probably from a room that looks a lot like this one.

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04/17/2026

We’re pleased to welcome three new directors to the CFA Board of Directors:

James Coulombe from Price Chopper Supermarkets-Market 32
Michelle Cusano from Circular Services
Nyjahwahn Walker from PepsiCo

Please join us in welcoming them!

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