Serving Independent Grocers Since 1940
Our Purpose
In 1940 the grocery industry was a rough place for independent retailers. Strong competition from national chains, increased prices from wholesalers and low margins left many families and independently-owned businesses with boarded windows. Determined to succeed against the competition, 34 independent retailers and Donald P. Lloyd, the then president of the Utah Grocers Association, joined together to combine their buying power and open a warehouse, leading to the birth of AFS.
OUr HISTORY
The Story of AFS
Since 1940 we have grown from 34 retailers in Utah to nearly 450 independent grocers across Utah, Idaho, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, and Oregon.
Recent News
AFS Wins Global Awards at Certified Angus Beef Annual Conference
Associated Food Stores was honored with two prestigious awards at the recent Certified Angus Beef (CAB) Annual Conference, recognizing its excellence in retail distribution and execution of its initiatives. AFS…
CEO David Rice Express Appreciation for Team
Dear Team, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for all the incredible work you do every single day. Your dedication, hard work, and passion are…
Macey’s Pleasant Grove Recently Featured on ABC4 Utah
Elizabeth Barnett, senior marketing specialist for Macey’s, provided Deena Manzanares from Good Things Utah a comprehensive overview of the exciting new developments found within Pleasant Grove’s newest and coolest grocery…
Campus Corner Opens at Utah Tech University, Catering to Students’ Needs
Campus Corner, a new 1,800-square-foot grocery store serviced by Associated Food Stores, has opened on the campus of Utah Tech University. The store is designed to serve the growing student…
