Mars Inc. is supporting two recommendations designed to help consumers limit their intake of added sugars and achieve healthier, more balanced diets. The company has endorsed a recommendation by the world’s leading health authorities—including the World Health Organization (WHO), the U.S. Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee and the U.K. Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition—that people should […]
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 in, Northeast
US Foods Could Walk Away From Sysco Merger With Further Court Injunctions
A US Foods executive told a federal court judge in a hearing earlier this week that US Foods could walk away from its merger with Sysco if a judge further delays the deal with a court injunction. David Schreibman, VP of strategy at US Foods, said the company isn’t willing to endure additional lengthy periods […]
Posted in, Northeast
Cumberland Farms Launches Farmhouse Blend f’real Milkshake, And More…
Convenience Store News In Brief Cumberland Farms is introducing the new Farmhouse Blend f’real Milkshake. The new milkshake combines the brand’s signature Farmhouse Blend Coffee with ice cream and dairy-fresh milk, and contains no artificial flavors or preservatives. Customers can purchase the milkshake at an introductory price of $1.99 throughout May, and it’s available at […]
Posted in, Northeast
New York’s Seasons Kosher Supermarket Expands To Baltimore, And More…
New Channels News In Brief Seasons Kosher Supermarket, with four stores in New York, has begun construction of its newest store in Baltimore. The 20,000-s.f. store will offer full-service kosher shopping, take-out food, deli meats, produce, bakery and floral as well as delivery and catering services… Geissler’s Supermarket has installed a Grind2Energy organics recycling system […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, Southeast
Specialty Grocer Doris Italian Market To Open Its Largest Store This Fall
Doris Italian Market & Bakery, a specialty supermarket company serving South Florida, has kicked off construction on its sixth and largest location in North Palm Beach with a groundbreaking ceremony. Palm Beach County Commissioner Hal R. Valeche and Village of North Palm Beach Mayor Robert Gebbia joined other Village council members and Doris Italian Market […]
Posted in, Albertsons, National, Store News
Trader Joe’s, Publix And Aldi Rank As Consumers’ Favorite Grocery Stores
Trader Joe’s continues to build a loyal following with its diverse grocery selection and friendly service. A study of more than 7,200 consumers by Market Force Information, a worldwide leader in customer intelligence solutions, found that Trader Joe’s is America’s favorite grocery retailer for the third year in a row. Publix ranked a close second, […]
Posted in, Executive News, Southwest, Suppliers
MillerCoors Board Names Hattersley Interim CEO
The board of directors of MillerCoors, the U.S. and Puerto Rican joint venture between SABMiller and Molson Coors Brewing Co., has named Gavin Hattersley to the role of interim CEO to lead the business when current CEO Tom Long retires June 30. Hattersley, 52, currently CFO of Denver, Colorado-based Molson Coors and former CFO of […]
Posted in, Produce News, Suppliers, West
Superfresh Apricots Are Two Weeks Early This Season
Domex Superfresh Growers of Yakima, Washington, says it is looking forward to a “sweet” Washington State apricot crop this season—as weather has been ideal for growing the tree-ripened fruit in the premiere growing regions of Central Washington. This vintage crop should provide above-average sizing and flavor. The industry estimates approximately 8,000 tons, which is an […]
Posted in, Industry News, Marketing News, National, Store News
Survey: Majority Of Shoppers Prefer Discounts On Groceries Over Gas
The results of a nationwide LoyaltyOne survey show that U.S. grocery shoppers have a resounding message for grocery retailers that have been enticing them with fuel rewards for over a decade: Fuel rewards alone aren’t winning their loyalty. Grocery discounts are the new value driver. In a March survey of 1,000 U.S. consumers, 72 percent […]
Posted in, Center Store, National, Suppliers
Interest In Ethnic Foods, Millennials Drive Latest Shelf Score Results
Instantly, the world’s largest audience and insights company, has released its April Shelf Score report, a monthly top 10 list of the newest CPG products ranked by consumer purchase intent. The company’s latest report shows that CPG brands are diversifying their flavor profiles as consumer interest in ethnic foods increases. Products with the highest purchase intent […]
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JOH To Open New Chicago Office
JOH, Billerica, Massachusetts, an independent, family-owned broker with 14 offices nationwide, plans to open a Chicago office, led by George David Crosby, who has more than 29 years of experience in the consumer product good industry. “It is an exciting time for JOH as we build our business in this dynamic market and continue to […]
Posted in, Northeast
Big Y Foods Opens First Gas And Convenience Location
Big Y Foods, Springfield, Massachusetts, has opened its first Big Y Express Gas & Convenience store in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, adjacent to its World Class Market there. The location contains 12 gas pumps with 87, 89 and 93 octane fuel as well as diesel at every dispenser and free air machines for tire inflation at all […]
Posted in, Northeast
2015 James Beard Award Winners Revealed, With Many Selected From New York
The James Beard Foundation Award winners have been announced, with many restaurant operators and chefs coming from New York. Here are the award winners from the Northeast: Best New Restaurant, Batard of New York City; Outstanding Baker, Jim Lahey of Sullivan Street Bakery of New York City; Outstanding Chef, Michael Anthony of Gramercy Tavern of […]
Posted in, Albertsons, Northeast
Ahold And Delhaize Confirm Merger Talks, And More…
Supermarket News In Brief… Dutch food retailer Royal Ahold and Belgium’s Delhaize have confirmed they are in talks about a possible $25 billion merger that could also create one of the largest supermarket operators across the Atlantic, according to reports. Despite being based in Europe, both companies generate about 60 percent of their sales in the […]
Posted in, Northeast
N.Y. Governor Instructs Wage Board To Examine Quick-Service Wages, And More…
Food Service News In Brief… New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has instructed Acting New York State Labor Commissioner Mario Musolino to empanel a wage board that will investigate and make recommendations on an increase in the minimum wage in the fast food industry. The board will take approximately three months to examine the issue and […]
Posted in, National, Store News, Suppliers
Forecast: Next Decade Will Make Or Break Food Industry Companies
Today’s major retail food and food service brands, along with their suppliers, face increasing challenges in recognizing and responding to ever-more-diverse consumers and their rapidly changing expectations. At the same time, companies must remake their businesses to leverage emerging channels and technology platforms. According to “Food Industry Transformation: The Next Decade,” a report from Technomic, […]
Posted in, Corporate Store News, Executive News, Giant Food, National, Northeast, Women In The News
Ahold USA Continues With Organizational Restructure
Ahold USA on Wednesday provided what it calls “an initial update on the restructuring of its support organization and changes it is making to simplify operations, speed up decision-making and support stores more effectively.” It is part of the restructuring effort that the company announced in March. “With a clear and constant focus on serving […]
Posted in, Corporate Store News, National, Southwest, Store News
Whole Foods Targeting Millennials With Planned Launch Of New Lower-Price Chain
Whole Foods Market plans to launch a new chain of lower-priced stores for people who can’t otherwise afford to buy its premium and organic food. Fortune.com reports that the Austin, Texas-based company said Wednesday that stores in the new format would offer a “curated” selection and have a simpler design to cater to people who […]
Posted in, Center Store, National, Southeast, Suppliers
TW Garner Discontinues Texas Pete Chili Sauce For Hot Dogs, Hamburgers
TW Garner Food Co., the makers of Texas Pete sauces and affiliated products, has discontinued its Texas Pete Chili Sauce for hot dogs and hamburgers. “Upon careful assessment, TW Garner Food Co. ceased production of the hot dog chili sauce in order to focus resources on the company’s core product offerings and the development of […]
Posted in, Store News, West
Whole Foods To Open Store In University Place, Washington, On Thursday
Whole Foods Market will open in University Place, Washington, on Thursday. It will mark the first Whole Foods Market store in Pierce County and the eighth location for the Austin, Texas-based grocer in Washington State. “We’re thrilled to be opening our first store in Pierce County, and we’re very grateful for the warm welcome we’ve […]