Belvidere, New Jersey-based Edible Garden AG Incorporated has announced an integrated program with several of its major retail distribution partners to provide its Poultry Mix potted herbs. “We are happy to announce a holiday season offering where we will be selling our Poultry Mix potted herbs that includes rosemary, thyme and sage, all in one convenient pot. […]
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 inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Grocery Chains Add Power Of Preparedness To Worker Training
FMI – The Food Industry Association and The Power of Preparedness, a Michigan-based online training platform specializing in active shooter preparedness and de-escalation techniques, has announced partnerships with three U.S. food retail chains: Dierbergs Markets, Heinen’s Grocery Store and Schnucks Markets. With the introduction of TPOP training, management and employees at these Midwest chains are receiving customized […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Fareway Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For Store In Ogden, IA
Fareway Stores hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony Nov. 15 for a store at 302 West Walnut St. in Ogden, Iowa. The store has Fastlanes, a self-service checkout option, and online ordering with curbside pickup available. Customers can save on their first online order by using the code, “OGDENFIVE,” to realize a $5 discount available through Dec. […]
Posted inAssociation News, National
Prices Remain Above Pre-Pandemic Levels As Rail Strike Looms
The Consumer Brands Association cautioned that the wholesale prices in the Bureau of Labor Statistics readout show ongoing production cost pressures for consumer packaged goods manufacturers. The October Producer Price Index rose 8 percent over last year and 0.2 percent since September. The CPG industry still faces steep prices for commodities that remain above overall […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Smart & Final Holds Pasta Donation Drive For Youth Hunger Relief
Los Angeles-based Smart & Final has launched its yearly campaign to raise funds for the 12th annual KFI PastaThon. The fundraising event, organized by KFI AM 640, supports Caterina’s Club, which provides more than 25,000 meals per week for families in need at 100 locations in 30 cities across Southern California. Caterina’s Club, led by Chef […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Tyson Foods Invests $1.5M To Immigrant Employees
Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods is strengthening its commitment to immigrant employees by investing an additional $1.5 million to provide free legal and citizenship services. The company has invested more than $2.4 million during the past two years to support partners like Immigrant Connection, a nonprofit that provides immigrants with legal services, such as employment authorization […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Weis Markets Donates $350K To Paralyzed Veterans Of America
Sunbury, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets has donated $350,000 to Paralyzed Veterans of America, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans with spinal cord injuries, disorders and diseases, like MS and ALS. Officials from Weis Markets presented the check to PVA on Nov. 14 at the company’s Enola, Pennsylvania, store. This donation was raised through a six-week in-store fundraising campaign […]
Posted inProduce News, Sustainability News, West
Dole Installs Two Wind Turbines For Facility Electricity
Dole Fresh Vegetables, a division of Dole, has announced the implementation and activation of two General Electric 2.8-Megawatt wind turbines at its salad processing plant in Soledad, California. Each Dole turbine generating power to the facility stands 499 feet tall at maximum height with rotor diameters of 417 feet. Whenever sufficient wind is present to […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Distribute 7K Turkeys, Meal Essentials
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers and its SEG Gives Foundation is donating more than 7,000 turkeys and meal essentials to Feeding America network food banks and military organizations. Leading up to the holiday, Southeastern Grocers is donating the frozen turkeys, as well as Thanksgiving side dishes during 13 food distribution events throughout the communities the grocer serves. […]
Posted inAssociation News, National
NGA: FDA’s Traceability Rule Will Impact Smaller Grocers
The National Grocers Association has responded to the final ruling on the proposed U.S. FDA’s rule, “Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods.” The rule aims to establish additional traceability recordkeeping requirements for persons who manufacture, process, pack or hold foods the FDA has designated for inclusion on the Food Traceability List. Specifically, the […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Deli News, Midwest
Kroger Introduces Thanksgiving Shopping Guide For Customers
Cincinnati, Ohio-based The Kroger Co. has shared its efforts to help customers from the impacts of inflation as they prepare holiday meals with a shopping guide. The grocer, who estimates the cost of turkey has risen 20 cents per pound this year, will not shift the rising cost to customers. “At Kroger, we are committed […]
Posted inCentral Market, Deli News, Independent Store News, Southwest
Central Market Releases Holiday Menu With Prepared Meals
Dallas, Texas-based Central Market has introduced its chef-made menu for customers ahead of the upcoming holidays. The grocer has released seven chef-prepared meals including a vegetarian meal and an option to serve a holiday feast for up to 16 guests. The order deadline is 6 p.m. CT on Dec. 21. Online meals will be available […]
Posted inAssociation News, Northeast
NJFC Addresses Hometown Security At Conference, Expo
The New Jersey Food Council, in partnership with the New Jersey Retail Merchants Association and the Delaware Food Industry Council, addressed security issues in the food industry Nov. 2 at the 2022 Mid-Atlantic Loss Prevention Conference and Expo. Under the theme “Hometown Security,” the annual conference focused on updates about the current threat landscape, security preparedness, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology
Shopper Behavior Insights For A Better Omnichannel Experience
Sponsored content In inflationary times, grocery shoppers are looking to trim costs to manage their household budget. They still want convenience, but they’re willing to compromise to save a little money. It’s especially important to listen to your customers to ensure you provide the options they’re looking for now. Recent Mercatus research (Omnichannel Shopper Behavior […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southwest
Fox Packaging Releases Updated Website For Consumers
McAllen, Texas-based Fox Packaging has announced the launch of a new combined website with enhanced search capabilities for a better user experience. The website contains packaging and equipment solutions under one URL. Visitors can search for flexible packaging options by industry or commodity to help narrow down appropriate bag styles and materials that are designed for maximum protection and breathability for […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Hass Avocado Board Details Seasonal Sales Opportunities
According to the Mission Viejo, California-based Hass Avocado Board, research suggests seasonal influences impact retail sales of avocados, driven by supply chain dynamics and shopper purchase behaviors. These influences have steered the category into an evolution of seasonality over the past four years. The Avocado Seasonality Drivers study reveals that the first quarter is the […]
Posted inCenter Store, Midwest
Reynolds Wrap Launches Three Turkey Recipes
Lake Forest, Illinois-based Reynolds Wrap has introduced three turkey recipes through its #TrendingTurkeys hashtag using viral online trends. The “It’s Corn! Turkey” features corn-infused ingredients, crusted with a cornmeal topping and served with a corn cereal and buttered corn on the cob. The Turkey Board features sides arranged on a board, charcuterie-style, with mashed potatoes, gravy and drizzled cranberry sauce. The last recipe […]
Posted inExecutive News, National
Ahold Delhaize CEO Holt To Retire, Fleeman Nominated To Role
Ahold Delhaize has announced that CEO Kevin Holt plans to retire and step down from the management board when his term expires at the annual general meeting of shareholders on April 12. The company will nominate JJ Fleeman as member of the Ahold Delhaize management board and CEO of Ahold Delhaize USA at the AGM. […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Harris Teeter, Carolina Panthers Distribute Thanksgiving Bags
Matthews, North Carolina-based Harris Teeter, in partnership with the Carolina Panthers, assembled and distributed 2,000 Thanksgiving meal bags Nov. 15 for the Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina. The bags were given to families in need by the food bank to make sure they have a Thanksgiving meal this holiday. The bag assembly was hosted […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
ShopRite, EVgo Debut Electric Vehicle Charging Station
ShopRite hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to debut an EVgo electric vehicle fast charging station at its 1409 Broad St. parking lot in Bloomfield, New Jersey. This EVgo charging station can serve four vehicles at the same time. The station was supported with funding through the PSE&G Electric Vehicle Charging Program, which is designed to […]