Magnolia, Texas-based Relationshop, a digital engagement platform for retail chains, has acquired Stor.ai, a global e-commerce solution for regional grocers. The companies said the acquisition will empower regional grocers with a unified i-commerce platform, combining operational excellence with data analytics and omni-channel engagement capabilities to increase transactions, enhance loyalty and grow sales. The new entity […]
Author Archives: Sommer Stockton
Digital Content Editor
Sommer joined The Shelby Report in January 2022 after graduating from Brenau University in Gainesville, GA, with a B.A. and M.A. in Communications and Media Studies. As Digital Content Editor, she leverages her expertise in digital strategy and content creation to enhance The Shelby Report’s online presence and engage readers.
Committed to the grocery industry, Sommer also serves on an advisory committee with the National Grocers Association (NGA), advocating for independent grocers. She enjoys exploring emerging trends and delivering actionable insights to the Shelby community.
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
TriMas Achieves Food Safety Production Certification
TriMas has announced that its packaging facility in Hamilton, Indiana, has met the requirements of Food Safety Certification FSSC 22000, a criteria for current and prospective food and beverage customers. It is one of the standards of the Global Food Safety Initiative certification in food safety quality management systems. “We are very proud of all […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Sumo Citrus Expands Distribution Across North America
Dinuba, California-based Sumo Citrus will harvest its largest crop to date for the upcoming 2023 season beginning in January, doubling the amount of fruit from the previous season. Customers will find the fruit at more stores than ever before with increased distribution across North America, including Canada. Derived from satsuma, orange and mandarin citrus varieties, Sumo Citrus was […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Southern Recipe To Support GGAF In Annual Campaign
Dallas, Texas-based Southern Recipe Small Batch pork rinds has announced its annual Pork Rind Appreciation Day campaign, supporting Coach Ditka’s Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund. Consumers can participate in this year’s “Sacks for Snacks” Sweepstakes, leading up to Big Game Sunday on Feb. 12, coinciding with Pork Rind Appreciation Day. Fans are invited to enter by picking the pro-football team they […]
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
Survey Results Show Consumers Prefer Some Spice In Food
Consumers prefer some level of heat in their food, according to a new survey commissioned by Hunt Valley, Maryland-based Frank’s RedHot. The survey explored personality correlations between people who are spicy food enthusiasts, targeting adults who celebrate winter holidays. Some of the key findings: Ninety-three percent of respondents prefer some level of heat in their […]
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
Bascom Maple Farms Shares State Of The Market Report
Brattleboro, Vermont-based Bascom Maple Farms recently shared an update on the 2022 crop season, amongst the continued demand for maple syrup and maple sugar. According to the update, the maple syrup crop was preferable in quantity and quality compared to the previous year. However, due to a short crop in 2021, the increasing demand for […]
Posted inCenter Store, West
Torani Names 2023 Flavor Of The Year: Toasted Black Sesame
San Leandro, California-based Torani has revealed its 2023 Pourcast Flavor of the Year: Puremade Toasted Black Sesame Syrup. The flavor joins the company’s lineup of more than 150 syrups and sauces. According to the company, the syrup leans into two major consumer trends. The first is “culinary tourism,” characterized by consumers’ desire to experience other cultures. The second […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
GrubMarket Named On Best Workplaces Of The Year List
San Francisco-based GrubMarket has been selected as one of the 50 Best Workplaces for 2022 by The Silicon Review, a business magazine for global business leaders, decision-makers and professionals. “We are honored to receive this recognition alongside many of the world’s most revolutionary businesses,” said Mike Xu, CEO of GrubMarket. “With an employee-centered culture and a rapidly growing […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Brighter Bites Partners With Sunkist Citrus Growers
Brighter Bites has partnered with Sunkist, an agricultural cooperative, to help improve the health of students and families in Bakersfield, California. Bakersfield serves as Brighter Bites’ third location in California, following Salinas and Los Angeles. In early December, Sunkist began providing monthly donations of citrus to the Brighter Bites Bakersfield locations, providing families with weekly access to fresh produce at no cost. “We […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
Post Holdings Promotes Mainer, Zadoks To Executive Positions
St. Louis-based Post Holdings has announced two promotions. Matt Mainer was promoted to the position of SVP, CFO and treasurer. Jeff Zadoks was promoted as EVP and COO. The two executives will serve on Post’s executive management team, reporting to Robert V. Vitale, Post’s president and CEO. Mainer’s role as treasurer will continue with the […]
Posted inAnniversary Issues, Home Page Latest News, Northeast
Tops Friendly Markets Celebrates 60th Anniversary
In honor of Tops Friendly Markets’ 60th anniversary in 2022, The Shelby Report presents a special section to commemorate the occasion. The grocer is positioned to enter the next decade with a defendable network of stores, widespread consumer acceptance, new store format and a dedicated group of employees. Join us in the pages below as […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
AppHarvest Completes Leaseback Deal For Kentucky Farm
AppHarvest has finalized the sale-leaseback of its indoor leafy greens farm in Berea, Kentucky, for more than $127 million and has opened its 60-acre high-tech indoor farm in Richmond, Kentucky. AppHarvest has entered an agreement with Mastronardi Berea, a joint venture between Mastronardi Produce and COFRA Holding, for the sale-leaseback of its Berea indoor farm […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Northeast
Goya Foods Provides Aid To Residents In Buffalo, NY
Goya Foods is providing aid by donating 30,000 pounds of food to those affected by the blizzard in Buffalo, New York. The donation is part of Goya’s commitment to providing disaster relief and humanitarian aid through the Goya Gives initiative. In New York, it has donated millions of pounds of food to help feed thousands of […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, National
Mondelēz International Acquires Clif Bar & Co.
Chicago-based Mondelēz International has completed the acquisition of Emeryville, California-based Clif Bar & Co., a maker of energy bars with organic ingredients. The acquisition expands Mondelēz International’s global snack bar business to more than $1 billion, with brands including Clif, Clif Kid and Luna complementing its refrigerated snacking business Perfect Snacks in the U.S. and performance […]
Posted inExecutive News, Amazon Fresh, Southwest, Whole Foods
Pod Foods Hires Three Executives To Leadership Team
Austin, Texas-based Pod Foods has hired three new executives to its leadership team. Leading the new additions is Peter Gialantzis who previously led the growth team at KeHE. Timothy Wee and Ankit Patel also join the leadership team with relevant industry experience coming from companies like Amazon and Boxed. As Pod Foods expands its national presence, the team has grown […]
Posted inBeverage News, Association News, National
Primo Water Receives Environmental Stewardship Award
The International Bottled Water Association has announced that Tampa, Florida-based Primo Water is the recipient of the 2022 Environmental Stewardship Award. The announcement was made during IBWA’s annual business meeting, which was held in Chicago as part of the 2022 IBWA Annual Business Conference. “Primo’s water sources are paramount to its environmental, social and governance program, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee Dietitians To Offer 1K Free Vitamin D Screenings
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee is offering events in January to help people get a jumpstart on their health goals. Its team of registered dietitians will offer 1,000 free Vitamin D screenings at nearly 60 stores throughout Hy-Vee’s eight-state region. Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that helps support strong bones, facilitate normal immune function and aid […]
Posted inDairy News, Southwest
Danone North America Shares Progress On Agriculture Program
Broomfield, Colorado-based Danone North America has announced the year five results of its multi-year, multi-million-dollar regenerative agriculture program, which includes both dairy milk and almond milk sourcing. Since its launch in 2017, the program has expanded its reach to 144,771 acres, exceeding the company’s goal to reach 100,000 acres by 2022. Danone North America defines regenerative agriculture as […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Pacific Trellis Fruit Prepares For Cherry, Stone Fruit Import Season
Los Angeles, California-based Pacific Trellis Fruit is preparing for the upcoming import cherry season. “With increased volumes of cherries arriving in the U.S. from Chile and Argentina, we are looking forward to increased opportunities to work with our customers in promoting cherries well into March,” said Marcial Hernandez, director of imported fruit. Pacific Trellis Fruit is […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Weis Markets Donates $1M For Annual Fight Hunger Program
Sunbury, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets has donated $1 million to 17 regional food banks and two food pantries in its seven-state market area as part of the company’s 15th annual Fight Hunger program. The donation includes customer contributions made at checkout in Weis stores throughout 2022 and a large corporate donation. “We are grateful to our generous […]