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Minnesota Grocers Association

 

We are one of the oldest trade associations in the state, celebrating over 125 years of advancing industry. We have over 300 retail, manufacturers, and wholesale members supporting nearly 1,300 locations statewide. Our member companies employ over 150,000 union and non-union Minnesotans. We actively advance the common interest of all those engaged in any aspect of the food industry as a leader and advocate in government affairs.

 

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2024 best bagger

Best Bagger Contest

The Minnesota Grocers Association (MGA) held its 36th annual statewide Best Bagger Contest on Saturday, August 17, 2024. The first-place winner in the competition was Cole Helgeson of Mackenthun’s Fine Foods, Waconia winning $500 cash, a trophy, and a trip to Las Vegas, NV to represent Minnesota at the National Grocers Association Best Bagger Championship in February 2025.

2024 best bagger
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7th Annual
Bipartisan Bag-Off

 

2024 Winner
House Minority Leader Lisa Demuth

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Industry Ambassador Award

2024 MGA Industry Ambassador Award Donald Ericson of Grocery Store Fanatics

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