Farm Fresh Supermarkets was founded in 1957 by David Furman. The name was chosen from entries that were submitted by local residents of Norfolk, Virginia. The company operates a chain of supermarkets, mainly in the state of Virginia.
The company currently has 42 locations which operate under the Farm Fresh name. Most of the company’s growth in the 1980’s-1990’s came from acquisitions, such as Giant Open Air Markets in 1986 and Lou Smith Markets in 1990. The company is best known for having one stop shopping, including in-store pharmacies, bakeries, and deli departments. The company also offers a beer, wine, and spirit loyalty card.
Farm Fresh Supermarkets operates as a subsidiary of SuperValu, who acquired the company in 1999. Headquarters are still located in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Farm Fresh SupermarketsFarm Fresh Supermarkets was founded in 1957 by David Furman. The name was chosen from entries that were submitted by local residents of Norfolk, Virginia. The company operates a chain of supermarkets, mainly in the state of Virginia.
The company currently has 42 locations which operate under the Farm Fresh name. Most of the company’s growth in the 1980’s-1990’s came from acquisitions, such as Giant Open Air Markets in 1986 and Lou Smith Markets in 1990. The company is best known for having one stop shopping, including in-store pharmacies, bakeries, and deli departments. The company also offers a beer, wine, and spirit loyalty card.
Farm Fresh Supermarkets operates as a subsidiary of SuperValu, who acquired the company in 1999. Headquarters are still located in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
