Unified Grocers Inc. has released its results for the fiscal year ended Sept. 28. The Los Angeles-based cooperative reported gross billings of $3.743 billion and net sales of $3.692 billion, a decrease of 1.4 percent and 1.9 percent, respectively, compared to the prior fiscal year ended Sept. 29, 2012. The company reported a net loss […]
Author Archives: Kristen Cloud
Kristen was Editor at The Shelby Report.
Posted in, Marketing News, National
Study: Crowded Stores Lead Consumers To Think And Behave Differently
Recent research in the American Marketing Association’s Journal of Marketing Research finds that, as the environment becomes more crowded, consumers show an increased preference for products with safety connotations. Crowds also cause consumers to process marketing messages differently and actually appear to become more averse to risk in general. Whether shopping for groceries at a […]
Posted in, Equipment & Technology, National
Linwoods Superfoods Unveils Enhanced Website
Linwoods, maker of flaxseed-based superfood blends, has launched an expanded website to build its online community and provide customers with healthy living tips. The family-owned company offers six superfood blends that are rich in omega oils, vitamins, minerals and fiber. The newly enhanced website provides an improved user experience and a range of content, including […]
Posted in, Beverage News, New Products, Southeast
Hard Rock Energy Drinks Debut In South Florida
Hard Rock Energy drinks are making their debut in South Florida. This test market is the first step in rolling out the new product by the Seminole Tribe of Florida Inc., the Tribe’s business development arm. Three flavors of Hard Rock Energy drinks will soon be available for purchase on store shelves and be available […]
Posted in, Southeast, Store News
Kroger Opens First Hilton Head Island Store
Kroger’s first grocery store on Hilton Head Island, S.C., opened Wednesday. The new 86,000-s.f. store at 42 Shelter Cove Lane brings about 250 jobs to the area, as well as an array of products, amenities and services to include a pharmacy with drive-thru; Starbucks Coffee; Murray’s Cheese; beer and wine offerings; Cigar Humidor; chef-prepared hot […]
Posted in, Executive News, National
Oregon Cherry Growers Promotes Weeden To EVP, GM And CFO
Grower-owned cooperative Oregon Cherry Growers has promoted Danny Weeden, who has been with the company for nearly 10 years in the role of VP and CFO, to EVP, GM and CFO. In his new position, Weeden will manage operations in addition to finance, IT and supply chain functions for the cooperative, which supplies fresh, maraschino, […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, West
Stater Bros. Charities Donates $53K To Toys For Tots
For the ninth year in a row, Stater Bros. has helped to spread cheer through the local Toys for Tots program. Stater Bros. Charities, the charitable arm of Stater Bros. Markets, presented a $53,624 check to representatives from the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots program earlier this week. This year’s check was more than […]
Posted in, National, New Products
Stride And Sour Patch Kids Bring ‘Sour, Then Sweet’ Experience To Gum
For the first time, the “sour, then sweet” experience of Sour Patch Kids will be available in gum, thanks to Stride. New Stride Sour Patch Kids gum will hit stores nationwide in January and be available in Redberry and Lime flavors. In the meantime, fans will have the chance to have a first taste by […]
Posted in, Southwest, Store News
Market Street Opens Flower Mound Store
Leaders from United Supermarkets and the Flower Mound community cut the ribbon Wednesday on the company’s newest Market Street location. It is the Texas company’s 12th store bearing the Market Street banner, seven of which are in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Located at 3800 Long Prairie Rd., the store is part of the “River Walk […]
Posted in, Organic Natural, Southwest
WOATS Oatsnack A Sponsor For ‘One Square Mile: Texas’
WOATS Oatsnack, a product of Fort Worth, Texas-based Anderson Trail Inc., has become a sponsor for the PBS documentary series “One Square Mile: Texas,” which will launch on Texas PBS stations in January. Produced by Emmy award winning husband-and-wife team Carl and Betsy Crum, the series documents the lives of Texans across nine distinct square […]
Posted in, Beverage News, Grocery News, National
Miller Lite Goes Retro With Limited-Edition Original Lite Can
Miller Lite, the beer that launched the light beer category, will release on Jan. 1 the limited-edition Original Lite Can, an updated version of the iconic packaging that helped change the beer industry nearly 40 years ago. The Original Lite Can features the familiar images of hops, barley and the words “a fine pilsner beer,” […]
Posted in, Albertsons, National, New Products
Pasta Chips Now Available At Major Retailers
Pasta Chips, an idea born out of the hills of Tuscany and made from real pasta, are now available at major retailers, including Harris Teeter, Roundy’s, ShopRite, Safeway, Carr’s, Vons, Mariano’s, Albertsons, WinCo, and Randalls as well as Plaid Pantry, Quick Chek and Sheetz; other c-stores will carry the new snack in January. During a […]
Posted in, Midwest, Suppliers
Chobani’s Twin Falls Facility Reaches Full Capability Milestone
Chobani’s Twin Falls, Idaho, facility has reached optimal production capability, a significant milestone achieved in less than a year, according to the New York-based yogurt brand. This will serve to support the continued growth and demand for the company’s Greek yogurt, as its sales have increased 32 percent year-to-date and are projected to grow even […]
Posted in, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Ingles Reports 49th Consecutive Year Of Sales Growth
Ingles Markets Inc. on Monday reported record sales of $3.74 billion for fiscal 2013, its 49th consecutive year of sales growth. Net income for the fourth quarter totaled $15.6 million, 17.2 percent higher than net income of $13.3 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012. For the full fiscal years, net income was $20.8 […]
Posted in, National, Suppliers
Inventure Foods To Invest $3.9M In Freezing Capabilities, New Equipment
Inventure Foods Inc., a leading specialty food marketer and manufacturer, plans to purchase two state-of-the-art IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) freezing tunnels in 2014 for an estimated $3.9 million. “We continue to look for opportunities to meet growing demand for our frozen fruit products, while also improving margins in our frozen fruit segment by increasing our […]
Posted in, Executive News, West
Two Promoted At Ralphs
Kenny Kimball, VP of merchandising for The Kroger Co.’s Ralphs division in Southern California, has been named VP of operations for Ralphs. He replaces Steve McKinney, who recently was promoted to president of Kroger’s Fry’s division in Phoenix, Ariz. With Kimball’s move to operations, Valerie Jabbar, VP of merchandising for Kroger’s Mid-Atlantic division, will move […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, National
NGA Sells Out Increased Expo Floor
The National Grocers Association (NGA) says the 2014 NGA Show Expo floor, which was increased by 45 percent, has sold out. The 2014 NGA Show will be held Feb. 9-12 at the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas, Nev. “Interest shown by our trading partners for the 2014 Expo floor has been tremendous, as evidenced by the […]
Posted in, Industry News, National
Gluten-Free A Hot Trend For Specialty Food Gifts, But Chocolate Still Reigns
America’s appetite for specialty foods hit a record high last year, with consumers spending $86 billion on everything from artisanal chocolates and cheese to oils and charcuterie. To help food enthusiasts navigate the wealth of food-gift choices available this holiday season, the Specialty Food Association has released the results of a survey that reveal the […]
Posted in, National, New Products
Yoplait Yogurt Introduces Limited Edition Holiday Flavors
Yoplait yogurt limited edition flavors for the holidays, voted on by fans, are in stores now. Flavors include Yoplait Light mocha mint and Yoplait Original peppermint bark-flavored yogurt. Both flavors are a good source of calcium and vitamin D. Yoplait Light mocha mint contains 5g of protein per 6-oz. serving with 90 calories, and Yoplait […]
Posted in, International Foods, Store News, West
Vons Reopens Pavilions Store In Arcadia, Includes ‘Asian Zone’
After four months of construction and merchandising enhancements, Vons is celebrating the grand reopening of its Pavilions banner store in Arcadia. Located at 745 E. Naomi St. in the Arcadia Hub Shopping Center, the newly remodeled Pavilions—which has served the community since 1969—has incorporated specialized areas into its floor plan for added customer convenience. In […]