Lynn Petrak

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Lynn Petrak is senior editor at Progressive Grocer and a veteran of the food retailing industry with nearly 30 years of experience. Lynn is well-versed in all aspects of the industry and has also contributed to brands including Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, Meat & Poultry, Dairy Field, Farm to Plate, Refrigerated & Frozen Foods Retailer and Store Brands. Lynn held key communications roles with dairy and beef trade associations. She has also taught journalism classes and earned a journalism degree from Northern Illinois University in 1991.

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ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

10/04/2023

EPA Names Outstanding GreenChill Partners

Agency honors several grocers for moving to more sustainable refrigeration systems
10/04/2023

Home Chef Adds Another Meal Service

Kroger-owned brand debuts portfolio of microwaveable meals for home delivery
10/04/2023

How 2024 Will Be a Watershed Year in Consumer Behaviors

Mintel releases "Global Consumer Trends" and "Global Food and Drink" reports
10/04/2023

Digital Discounter Martie Goes National

Online-only grocer sells shelf-stable surplus items at up to 70% off
10/03/2023

The Surprising Purchase Drivers of Fresh Foods

New Deloitte report sheds light on shoppers’ willingness to pay
10/03/2023

Unwrapping Holiday Toy Trends

What retailers and toymakers are planning for the season
10/03/2023

Instacart Expands Grocery Accessibility for Seniors

Platform announces new partnerships with payment and health plan providers
10/03/2023

Crest Foods Adds 10th Location in Oklahoma

Store in Edmond opens on Oct. 18
10/02/2023

Kroger Adds Hispanic-Inspired Store Brand

Mercado joins the retailer’s Our Brands assortment
10/01/2023

1st Goodwill-Operated Grocery Store in the Works

The Market on Melrose in Roanoke slated to open in 2024