VideoMining Corp., the leading provider of in-store intelligence for retailers and consumer packaged goods manufacturers, has released more than 200 “Category Benchmark” reports from its recently completed Center Store MegaStudy. The MegaStudy is part of an ongoing Grocery Shopper Insights (GSI) program in collaboration with 10 leading supermarket chains. The GSI program uses VideoMining’s breakthrough […]
Author Archives: Kristen Cloud
Kristen was Editor at The Shelby Report.
Posted in, Center Store, National
All Five Varieties Of Monsters Cereal Being Released Together For First Time
Just in time for Halloween, General Mills Big G Monsters Cereals are returning to store shelves for a limited time. While Count Chocula, Franken Berry and Boo Berry appear regularly around Halloween, Frute Brute and Yummy Mummy will join them this year for a reunion. All five Monsters Cereals will be available at select retailers […]
Posted in, National, Suppliers
J.M. Smucker Co. Acquires Enray, Maker of TruRoots Products
The J.M. Smucker Co. has completed an acquisition of Enray Inc., a privately held company headquartered in Livermore, Calif. Enray is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium organic, gluten-free ancient grain products, including sprouted and non-sprouted grains, pasta and cookies, which are primarily sold under its flagship brand, truRoots. Enray generated net sales of more […]
Posted in, National, Perishables
Study Examines How ‘Manfluencers’ Shop For, Prepare, Consume Meat Products
Midan Marketing’s newest market research study, “Manfluence,” reveals that men have changed, and it’s time for the meat industry to reevaluate its target shopper. Manfluence was first coined by Midan in its 2012 “Breaking the Pattern” study to describe the trend of more men sharing household responsibilities like grocery shopping and meal preparation, as women […]
Posted in, Corporate Store News, Southwest
United Changes Name As Part Of Strategic Branding Initiative
United Supermarkets LLC is changing the name of its parent company as the result of a strategic branding initiative for the entire organization. Moving forward, United Supermarkets LLC will be known as The United Family, reflecting the company’s multiple store brands as well as its family history. As part of the branding initiative, The United […]
Posted in, Southeast, Store News
Report: BI-LO Looking To Go Public
Privately owned BI-LO Holdings LLC, which bought Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. last year, is planning an initial public offering later this year, Reuters reported Tuesday. Citing two unnamed sources “familiar with the matter,” Reuters said BI-LO already has hired three investment banks to lead the underwriting group for the IPO. Winn-Dixie spokesman Brian Wright told the […]
Posted in, National, Suppliers
Pepsi, Coke, Hershey’s Top Year’s Most Respected Corporate Brands List
CoreBrand today released its report on the most respected corporate brands, and PepsiCo, Coca-Cola and Hershey’s top the list. This latest report in CoreBrand’s BrandPower Series (Brand Respect) identifies the top 10 most and least respected corporate brands based on the company’s proprietary familiarity and favorability data. Rounding out the top 10 most respected brands […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, Midwest
Beaver Dam, Wis., Piggly Wiggly Expanding Store
The Beaver Dam Piggly Wiggly is planning to expand by nearly 6,000 s.f. The store, located at 810 Park Ave. in Beaver Dam, Wis., will be about 42,000 s.f. after the expansion, which also involves an interior renovation. The project is expected to start this fall and be completed by spring 2014. Locally owned and […]
Posted in, Hugo's Family Marketplace, Midwest, National
Nash Finch, Hugo’s Donate $20K To Jamestown, N.D., Imagination Library
Nash Finch Co., a Minneapolis-based food distributor, in conjunction with Hugo’s Family Marketplace, today announced a $20,000 donation that will be provided to support fundraising efforts for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Jamestown, N.D. The donation was made by Nash Finch CEO Alec Covington, along with Judy Magnuson and Kristi Magnuson Nelson from Hugo’s. […]
Posted in, C-Store News, Midwest
Pilot Flying J Opens Two New Midwest Stores
Pilot Flying J has opened two new stores to better serve professional drivers: a Pilot Travel Center in Oakwood, Ill., and a Flying J Travel Plaza in Vandalia, Ohio. “We’re thrilled that our new locations will serve professional drivers traveling on I-74 in Illinois and I-75 in Ohio,” said Pilot Flying J CEO Jimmy Haslam. […]
Posted in, Midwest, Perishables
Dietz & Watson Intros Items To Chicago With Jewel-Osco, Food Bank Partnership
Dietz & Watson wants to introduce itself to the Chicagoland market by feeding people. Through Sept. 13, when a customer buys 1 pound of Dietz & Watson’s premium deli meats or cheeses at Jewel-Osco stores, the Philadelphia-based company will donate a half-pound to the Northern Illinois Food Bank. The company hopes to donate 20,000 pounds […]
Posted in, Southeast, Store News
Trader Joe’s Officially Announces South Tampa Site, Others In Fla.
Trader Joe’s has officially announced plans to open a store in South Tampa. The Tampa Bay Times reports that the California-based grocery chain said it has signed a lease to open stores in Tampa as well as Wellington and Orlando in 2014. The Tampa store will be located at 3808 W Swann Ave., former home […]
Posted in, National
Report: Adult Obesity Rates Hold Steady But Remain High
Rates top 30 percent in 13 states, are highest in South, Midwest and among baby boomers After three decades of increases, adult obesity rates remained level in every state except for one, Arkansas, in the past year, according to “F as in Fat: How Obesity Threatens America ‘s Future 2013,” a report from the Trust for […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, National
Survey: Independents Significantly Improve Sales, Profits In 2012
The National Grocers Association (NGA) and FMS have released the results of their joint 2013 Independent Grocers Financial Survey. Showing their resilience and business savvy, independent grocers capitalized on the improvements in the economy and posted an average net profit before taxes of 1.65 percent in fiscal year 2012, up from 1.12 percent in 2011. […]
Posted in, Beverage News, National, New Products
Garden Of Life, Marley Coffee Launch Raw Protein And Raw Meal Flavors
Coffee lovers and fitness enthusiasts are celebrating as Garden of Life launches fair trade, Marley Coffee flavors of its best-selling Raw Protein and Raw Meal. Garden of Life President Brian Ray said the partnership reflects the company’s initiative to support sustainable, organic local family farms while offering premium, innovative whole foods nutritional supplements to consumers. […]
Posted in, National
J&J Produce Makes Strides To Grow Company, Rebrand
After 30 years as J&J Produce, the company’s leadership team says it has been actively engaged in strategically positioning the Florida-based business for future growth. As a result, the company has hired Full Tilt Marketing to assist it with developing a new corporate image and logo. “The first step was engaging in a comprehensive customer […]
Posted in, National
Kroger Recognized For Top Supplier Diversity Program For Hispanics
The Kroger Co. today was named one of the nation’s 2013 “Best of the Best” by Hispanic Network Magazine for Top Supplier Diversity Programs for Hispanics. “We are honored to be included in Hispanic Network Magazine’s ‘Best of the Best’ list,” said Reuben Shaffer, Kroger’s chief diversity officer. “Kroger’s commitment is to identify, create and […]
Posted in, Southwest, Store News
Ribbon Cut On Remodeled Brookshire’s Store In Athens, Texas
Grand reopening celebrations were held Wednesday for the recently renovated Brookshire’s Food Store located at 807 E. Tyler St. in Athens, Texas. An official ribbon-cutting ceremony was held and featured Chamber of Commerce President Mark Rathe, Athens Mayor Jerry Don Vaught and Brookshire Grocery Co. President and CEO Rick Rayford. Brookshire’s Store Director Charles Beasley […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, Midwest
Maurer Is Wisconsin’s 2013 Grocer Of The Year
The Wisconsin Grocers Association (WGA) has named Jeff Maurer, owner of Fresh Madison Market, its 2013 Grocer of the Year. Maurer was presented the award at a surprise announcement in Fresh Madison Market’s event room with a crowd of more than 40 well wishers, family, friends and associates. Brandon Scholz, WGA president, said Maurer has […]
Posted in, National
Execs: Transformative Technology Most Significant Factor For Industry Growth
Executives in the food and beverage industry expect continued growth in 2013 with revenue increases largely driven by product innovations and the ability to add new customers, according to the 2013 Food and Beverage Outlook Survey by KPMG LLP, a U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm. At the same time, rapidly advancing technology is transforming […]