“…saving money on food has become a second job for many households,” says Beth Johnson, grocery industry strategist at RRD and Iridio.
Author Archives: Shelby Report Staff
The Shelby Report newsroom covers the grocery industry for retailers, wholesalers and suppliers. Staff reports include store openings, executive appointments, company announcements and industry event coverage. Since 1967, The Shelby Report has covered supermarkets, grocery chains and independent grocers through five regional editions.
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast, Suppliers
Smithfield Foods Celebrates 90 Years On Its Founding Site
Smithfield Mayor Michael Smith recognized the company’s long-standing presence in its namesake town.
Posted inInternational Foods, Suppliers, West
Juanita’s Foods Consolidating Production in Santa Fe Springs, CA
The new facility will become the Mexican food maker’s primary manufacturing site, shifting production from Wilmington.
Posted inProduce News, Association News, Featured News, National, Perishables
IFPA Previews Global Show: Trust, AI, First Midweek Schedule
This year’s show runs Oct. 14-16, Wednesday through Friday, a change based on member feedback.
Posted inSupply Chain News, Featured News, Independent Store News, News, Nonfood Items, Northeast, Perishables, Wegmans
Wegmans To Spend $110M To Modernize Supply Chain
New facilities in Rochester, New York, and network consolidation will expand capacity and strengthen operations.
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Association News, Executive News, National, News
Linke Joins PLMA In New VP Of Associate Relations Role
Jennifer Linke has more than 25 years of private brand and retail experience.
Posted inSnacks Brands, Center Store, Perishables, Suppliers, West
Sun-Maid Enters Charcuterie Category With New Pairings Line
The pouches are rolling out just ahead of the fall and holiday entertaining season.
Posted inGrocers Give, Corporate Store News, Featured News, Independent Store News, National
Grocers Give: Stop & Shop, Others Focus On Hunger Action Month
Stop & Shop, Meijer, Tops, Schnucks, Food Lion, Hannaford and Kroger mark Hunger Action Month and Hispanic Heritage Month with community campaigns.
Posted inSuppliers, Beverage News, National, Supply Chain News
Coca-Cola System Contributes $85B, Plans $10B U.S. Buildout
The planned investments cover new or expanded production, distribution and office facilities across the country.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast, Weis Markets
Weis Markets Opens Fuel Center At MD Store
The six-pump fuel center extends the Pennsylvania-based grocer’s loyalty program to the pump.
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Aisle Watch, H-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
Hundreds Of Own-Brand Fall Items Hitting At H-E-B
The limited-time items can be found in a variety of store departments, including both food and non-food.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Corporate Store News, West
Curbside Pickup Now Available At All Save Mart Banners
The grocer has added the service, powered by Instacart, at its Lucky and FoodMaxx stores in Northern California.
Posted inRetail Media, Corporate Store News, Equipment & Technology, Featured News, National, News, Suppliers
Albertsons Media Collective, PepsiCo Pilot Attribution Tool
The companies announced they are testing a first-of-its-kind attribution tool measuring retail media’s true sales impact.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, Health & Wellness, Midwest, News, Organic Natural
Natural Grocers To Open 2nd WI Store In Appleton
The store in the Fox Valley will open less than four months after its Lake Geneva debut gave the company its first Badger State location.
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, National, News
IHA Elects 3 New Board Members, Names JURA’s Tom McMahon Chairman
The International Housewares Association elected Scrub Daddy, Select Brands and Godinger executives to its board and named JURA president Tom McMahon chairman.
Posted inAssociation News, Independent Store News, National, News
NGA Urges Senate Action After House Passes Penny-Rounding Bill
H.R. 10167 was passed by voice vote Sept. 14, moving Congress closer to resolving a legislative tangle that has left grocers rounding without federal protection for nearly a year.
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Hy-Vee, Independent Store News, Midwest, Pharmacy
Hy-Vee Targets Senior Traffic With Monthly Wellness Day Events
During each morning event, Hy-Vee health experts will cover timely topics including vaccines, staying healthy during flu season and enrolling for health insurance.
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast
Market 32 Celebrates New Newington, CT, Store With Donations
Market 32 officially celebrated the grand opening of its newest store at 3333 Berlin Turnpike, which had a soft opening at the beginning of August.
Posted inEquipment & Technology, Association News, Independent Store News, National, Wholesaler/Distributor News
ROFDA Names Spins IX-One Preferred Content Provider
IX-One’s syndicated network yields standardized images, rich product attribution and AI-ready item data designed to smooth the path from warehouse to shelf.
Posted inMidwest, Fareway, Featured News, Independent Store News
Fareway Breaks Ground On 5th South Dakota Store
The Fareway Meat & Grocery store is expected to open in about a year, in fall 2027.