About Wakefern Food Corp. What began in 1946 as a small, local cooperative formed by eight visionary grocery store owners has grown into Wakefern Food Corp., the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States. Headquartered in New Jersey, Wakefern today is a vibrant network of member families who proudly own and operate hundreds of supermarkets under beloved banners including ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Dearborn Market, Gourmet Garage, Fairway Market, Di Bruno Bros., and Morton Williams. Wakefern’s unique cooperative model empowers local, family-owned businesses to thrive and compete alongside multinational chains. Today, its member companies serve communities across nine states: New Jersey, New York, Read more