Publix to Expand GreenWise

Feb 8, 2007 3:00 AM

LAKELAND, Fla. -- Publix Super Markets has announced plans to expand its Publix GreenWise Market concept to two additional locations in Vero Beach, Fla., and Tampa, Fla. Although the company has not yet opened one of the new, natural and organic grocery concepts, construction is already under way at two additional GreenWise locations in Boca Raton, Fla., and Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. "At Publix, we're committed to serving the changing lifestyle and nutritional needs of our customers," spokeswoman Maria Brous explained in a release. "We have seen exceptional growth in the health, natural and organic food areas of our traditional stores. Publix GreenWise Markets will allow for an environment focused on natural foods as well as provide a venue with an emphasis on prepared foods."