MGA aggressively represents the industry at the State Capitol, saving your business countless dollars and bureaucratic headaches.

• Sales Tax, WIC, Food Stamp questions answered
• Recall alerts
• Local crime alerts
• Weekly Capitol Watches
• Coupon fraudulent alerts

Stellar communications connect & engage you in the industry.

• Grocers Frontline monthly newsletter
• Minnesota Grocer quarterly magazine
• Annual Directory with complete contact information for every MGA member
• Timely & pertinent regulatory updates
• Access to Member’s Only area on our website

Educational opportunities.

• Scholarship awards available for college students
• Piggyback scholarship opportunities allow your company to provide customized scholarships to just your employees
• Certified Food Manager Training Courses

Outstanding special events provide networking opportunities to build & strengthen relationships with peers.

• Legislative Dinner
• Annual Golf Event
• Annual Summer Conference
• Best Bagger Contest
• Vendor Leadership Committee Luncheons
• Board/Vendor Cocktail Reception

Member Services offer great value for your dollar

• Business supplies for sale – “All-In-One Federal/State Poster”
• Business Regulations Guidebook
• Grocers Guide to Weights and Measures
• Coupon clearing house service

Industry image enhancement & public engagement

• “Bag Hunger” initiative to end hunger in MN
• Sustainability programs
• Be Food Safe campaigns
• Health and wellness promotions