Communication | Tennessee Grocers & Convenience Store Association

The Volunteer Grocer

Magazine

The Volunteer Grocer, the official publication of TGCSA, is published three times a year and is the only magazine produced by and for the food industry in Tennessee. The purpose is to keep you updated with news in the food industry, TGCSA events, scholarships, legislative news, TGCSA members and much more. The Volunteer Grocer has built a national reputation for journalistic greatness in the coverage of cutting edge issues and events. It has continuously earned awards of excellence from the Food Industry Association Executives. With your membership, you receive a free subscription to the Volunteer Grocer. Also included in the magazine is the Buyer’s Guide for retailers. This is a quick reference to locate vendors to stock your stores when you are looking to buy. All vendors published in the magazine are TGCSA associate members.

Advertsing

The Volunteer Grocer is a fantastic way to get your product advertising directly in front of retailers throughout the state of Tennessee. The circulation of the publication exceeds 1,200 readers in the food industry. The Volunteer Grocer offers a variety of ad sizes to fit the needs of your organization. For more information contact Jarron Springer at 615-889-0136 or click here for an Ad Rate Sheet.

Upcoming Advertising Deadlines:
2010 Summer Issue - August 13, 2010
2010 Winter Issue - November 12, 2010

E-mail Updates

The Checkout E-Newsletter:
Make sure TGCSA has your current email address since the e-newsletter is emailed to members concerning important and breaking news and events. The e-newsletter informs TGCSA members about recalls in the food industry, educational events, and new laws concerning the food industry.

Legislative Updates:
To stay current during, TGCSA members receive a legislative update e-mail from TGCSA President Jarron Springer during Tennessee's legislative session.