Farmstead, a San Francisco-based online grocer offering fresh groceries, delivered for free, is rolling out a new offering that it says brings prices for certain popular staples down even lower than local supermarkets. Farmstead’s new “Refill & Save” program provides customers with recurring orders of certain staples—like milk, eggs, fresh fruit, fresh vegetables and bread—with significant […]
Author Archives: Alissa Marchat
Staff Writer at The Shelby Report.
Posted inPackaging News, Equipment & Technology, Home Page Slider, Industry News, Suppliers, West
Blue Diamond Expanding California Manufacturing Plant
Blue Diamond Growers, a nonprofit grower-owned cooperative and a processor and marketer of almonds, has begun expanding its processing facility in Turlock, California. The company held a groundbreaking ceremony Jan. 29 at the 200,000-s.f. manufacturing plant. The new addition is part of Blue Diamond’s continued plans to expand its value-added product lines and deliver new almond products […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Industry News, Midwest, Supply Chain News
FourKites Secures $50M In Funding For Supply Chain Visibility Network
FourKites, a predictive supply chain visibility company with U.S. headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, has received $50 million in new funding to fuel growth of its real-time visibility network for shippers and carriers. The Series C round was led by existing investors August Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, CEAS Investments and Hyde Park Angels. The funding brings FourKites’ total capital raised to […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Kincannon & Reed Chair Gregory Duerksen Dies Unexpectedly
Kincannon & Reed Chairman Gregory J. Duerksen died unexpectedly in Richmond, Virginia, on Thursday, Jan. 31. Mr. Duerksen joined the executive search firm in 2001 and became chairman and CEO in 2007. “Greg’s contribution to the firm cannot be overstated,” said Kincannon & Reed President and CEO Issy Perez. “He always reminded us to stay […]
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Krasdale Chief Merchandising Officer Takes On Expanded Role
Dennis Hickey, chief merchandising officer of Krasdale Foods, now is running day-to-day operations in Florida, managing merchandising for both the area’s Bravo stores and Krasdale’s Beta II marketing office, located in Miami, Florida. Hickey, who joined the company seven years ago, adds the Florida operation to his ongoing responsibilities, which include managing procurement and merchandising for all of Krasdale’s […]
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Recommended: Smart & Final Explores Sale, Sources Say
By Harry Brumpton and Joshua Franklin (Reuters) – Smart & Final Stores Inc (SFS.N), a U.S. food retailer controlled by private equity firm Ares Management Corp (ARES.N), is exploring options that include a sale of the company, according to people familiar with the matter. An outright sale would allow Ares to cash out on its […]
Posted inAssociation News, Independent Store News, National, Store News
Cast Your Vote For IGA’s Top Sales-Building Best Practices
Sponsored content by the Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) Did you hear the news? IGA has handpicked 13 IGA Best Practices for their creativity, ability to save money/increase sales and adaptability by fellow retailers. Now it’s up to the industry to vote for the best. When all the votes are in, the top three will be […]
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UNFI Plans To Consolidate Five Of Its Distribution Centers
UNFI today revealed plans to optimize its distribution center network in the Pacific Northwest. As part of that optimization, UNFI says it will consolidate five distribution centers into a new 1.2 million-s.f. facility in Centralia, Washington, and a newly expanded, 800,000-s.f. facility in Ridgefield, Washington. UNFI says the new facility and expansion will “enhance customer […]
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Kroger And Home Chef Expand Meal Kit Rollout To 500 More Stores
The Kroger Co. and Home Chef are introducing retail meal kits to new cities, bringing the weekly rotating meal solution to 500 additional stores across the country. Additionally, homechef.com has launched a customizable meal kit feature for online orders, allowing customers to have more flexibility in deciding what’s for dinner by providing the choice to change and […]
Posted inBakery News, Association News, Grocery News, National
First Power Of Bakery Report To Debut At ABA 2019
The first annual Power of Bakery 2019 report, developed in partnership with the Food Marketing Institute and supported by Corbion, aims to bring an understanding of consumer perceptions, attitudes and behaviors regarding the bakery category in a grocery retail setting to help the industry optimize production, marketing, merchandising and branding decisions. Bakers will be able to utilize the […]
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Puratos: The Future Of Bread Lies In Its Past
Consumer understanding research over the last few years has indicated that consumers around the world want good, tasteful, high-quality breads, says Puratos, a supplier of ingredients for bakery, patisserie and chocolate. In order to meet these needs, Puratos developed what is believes is the “Best Bread for the Future.” “This was not an easy task since every […]
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IDDBA: Grow The Bakery Category With Bagel Superconsumers
Some consumers are heavy users of a particular product. Some are passionate about a product. The sweet spot is superconsumers: those who are heavy users and highly involved. These are the most profitable and insightful consumers. IDDBA commissioned The Cambridge Group to begin exploring superconsumer opportunities in bakery, cheese, dairy and deli. The goal of the project was […]
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Plant-Based Protein Drink Koia Expands Distribution To Target
Koia, a plant-based protein beverage, has gained distribution into 530 Target locations across the Midwest, Northeast and Florida. Koia’s five original flavors—Vanilla Bean, Cacao Bean, Coconut Almond, Cold Brew Coffee and Cinnamon Horchata—now are available for purchase for $3.99 in the refrigerated section. “With a mission to bring plant-based nutrition to the masses, Koia’s entrance […]
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Wild Zora Transitions From Whole Foods To Walmart
Amazon’s takeover of Whole Foods has forced Colorado-based Wild Zora off the healthy grocer’s shelves and into the unlikely arms of Walmart. Walmart’s recent shift toward domestic and healthy food brands is providing Wild Zora the opportunity to sell its flagship Original Meat and Veggie Bars at lower prices to a wider audience, the company says. […]
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Rubicon Bakers Launches New Vegan Neapolitan Cupcakes
Rubicon Bakers has added Vegan Neapolitan Cupcakes to its product line. “Inspired by a nostalgic favorite, these delightful pink treats just happen to be vegan,” says Rubicon. Now available at retailers nationwide, the cupcakes are on shelves in time for Valentine’s Day. Rubicon Bakers is committed to its mission to “Bake A Better World” by hiring people […]
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Saco Foods Acquires California Sun Dry Foods
Saco Foods LLC, a Middleton, Wisconsin-based manufacturer and distributor of specialty consumer packaged goods, has acquired California Sun Dry Foods Inc., a brand of sun-dried tomatoes. California Sun Dry joins Saco’s line of products including Dolci Frutta, a chocolate hard-shell dessert dip. Charles Olins, formerly the VP of sales and marketing at Concord Foods, has joined Saco […]
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Atlanta Falcons’ Austin Hooper Appearing At Select Atlanta Walmarts
With the Big Game just days away, Austin Hooper, tight end for the Atlanta Falcons, will be at two events at Atlanta-area Walmart stores near the Mercedes-Benz Stadium today, Feb. 1, and tomorrow, Feb. 2. He will spend time with shoppers and also get the word out about how Walmart’s grocery delivery service can make […]
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Food Marketing Institute Elects New Directors To Its Board
The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) introduced new directors to its board during its annual meeting at the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference in Miami this week. FMI Board Chairman Joe Sheridan, president and COO of Wakefern Food Corp, announced the following appointments: Incoming directors John Alston, Brookshire Bros. Inc. John Derderian, Allegiance Retail Services LLC Nick Graham, Heartland […]
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Raley’s Relaunches Private Label Lines With Greater Transparency
Raley’s is revamping its entire private label program, including the Raley’s, Raley’s Purely Made and Nob Hill Trading Co. brands. The relaunch includes a major expansion of the Purely Made brand, featuring additional standards and products for clean, affordable eating. “The Raley’s brand is high-quality products at a value,” says the company. “Raley’s Purely Made […]
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Ocado Deploys New Digital Advertising Platform By Citrus
Ocado has gone live with a new digital advertising platform from Australian startup Citrus. The platform offers supplier-sponsored positioning on its e-commerce platform. Sponsored products appear first in relevant search results. The aim is to monetize shelf space for the online retailer. It has been testing campaigns with the platform using own-label products and reports good […]