Plano, Texas-based Frito-Lay has announced a partnership with LULAC National Educational Service Centers Inc. to support a digital literacy program and improve the technological abilities of Latino families in eight markets this year. The program will create learning environments for parents and children of disadvantaged households through skills, resources and tools needed for digital literacy. According to […]
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 inAssociation News, Feature, West
Posey Ready To Guide Western Association Of Food Chains
Patrick “Pat” Posey took the helm of The Western Association of Food Chains as chief operating officer on Sept. 1, succeeding Carole Christianson, who retired but is staying on as an advisor. Scott Drew, 2022-23 WAFC president and chairman, made the leadership announcement last month, describing Posey was an “industry legend” who has “always made […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
RJW Logistics Hires Shorkey As EVP, Strategic Partnerships
Woodridge, Illinois-based RJW Logistics Group has hired Jennifer Shorkey as EVP of strategic partnerships, effective immediately. Shorkey will hold responsibility for building and maintaining strategic partnerships with top retailers as part of the company’s expanding retail logistics operation. Shorkey has 23 years of retail and logistics experience from her career, overseeing various supply chain roles for Walmart. […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Southwest
Novipax To Open New Manufacturing Plant In El Paso, TX
Novipax has announced its plans to open a new manufacturing facility in El Paso, Texas. The plant will help the company’s continued growth into markets adjacent to protein, which include healthcare, produce and foodservice. The new location, in addition to its other manufacturing facilities, will offer Novipax’s customers a footprint to strengthen its supply chain. “This is […]
Posted inProduce News, National
Organic Grower Summit Announces Keynote Presentation
Leadership from three organic growing operations have been confirmed as panelists for the keynote presentation at the upcoming Organic Grower Summit presented by Western Growers and OPN for Nov. 30-Dec. 1 in Monterey, California. “Grower Roundtable: The State of Organic Growing” will be moderated by Dave Puglia, president and CEO of Western Growers, and panelists will include Brie Reiter Smith, VP […]
Posted inBakery News, Southwest
Guerrero Launches Three New Tortillas Products
Irving, Texas-based Guerrero Tortillas has launched Zero Net Carbs tortillas and a new flavor on Nutri-Ricas Carb Watch tortillas in Salsa Roja. Keto-certified, zero sugar and high in fiber, the Zero Net Carbs tortillas will be rolling out nationwide in the coming months. These tortillas will be available in two flavors: original and smoky chipotle. The Salsa Roja Nutri-Ricas Carb […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Accepting Submissions For Our Brands Innovation Summit
Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. has launched its Our Brands Innovation Summit, a program to enhance and accelerate the selection of private brand items sold across the Kroger Family of Companies. The program is open to store brand suppliers of food and beverage, health, beauty and packaging. The summit supports the ongoing mission of Kroger’s Our Brands portfolio by […]
Posted inDairy News, Northeast
Pete And Gerry’s Applaud FDA’s Proposed Guideline Revisions
Monroe, New Hampshire-based Pete and Gerry’s Organic Eggs applauds the proposal by the Food and Drug Administration to update the definition for the implied nutrient content claim “healthy” to be consistent with current nutrition science and federal dietary guidance. For Pete and Gerry’s, this is a long-sought clarification as eggs will be classified as a “nutrient-dense” food, which, […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Dairy News, Southeast
Publix To Begin Carrying Truly Grass Fed Cheddar Cheese
Dublin, Ireland-based Truly Grass Fed, a brand of sustainably-produced dairy products, has announced that Publix will carry its natural sharp and aged cheddar cheese wedges at more than 1,300 stores nationwide. The brand’s salted and unsalted butter foil packs have been in Publix stores since 2020. The crafted grass-fed Irish cheddar products will arrive on […]
Posted inProduce News, Merchant Distributors, West
Procurant Digitizes MDI’s Produce Inspections
Watsonville, California-based Procurant has announced that Procurant Inspect, its mobile produce inspection solution, has been selected by Merchants Distributors Inc. to use across its network of regional distribution centers. “Produce inspections are a critical yet labor-intensive part of bringing safe, high-quality products to our customers. Procurant Inspect lets us enhance and simplify that process for our […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
StarKist Introduces Tuna Smart Bowls In Single-Serve Pouch
Reston, Virginia-based StarKist Co. has announced its newest product: StarKist Smart Bowls, featuring seasoned grains and vegetables with wild–caught tuna, all in a single-serve pouch. Smart Bowls are available in four flavor varieties, including Latin Citrus, Spicy Pepper, Tomato Basil and Zesty Lemon. “Smart Bowls introduction was inspired by the popularity of grain bowls- today’s […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Frozen Food, Supply Chain News, West
Motive Introduces Monitoring Solution For Refrigerated Fleets
San Francisco-based Motive has launched a new Reefer Monitoring solution for refrigerated vehicles and trailers. The solution helps businesses improve compliance with food transportation safety requirements and reduce costs related to reefer operations. Motive Reefer Monitoring includes a new Environmental Sensor that remotely monitors reefer temperature and humidity conditions in real time. With this capability, […]
Posted inProduce News, Supply Chain News, West
Procurant, Uber Freight Transform Produce Shipping
Watsonville, California-based Procurant and Uber Freight U.S. have announced a partnership to provide an new shipping option for retailers and suppliers of fresh produce. “This partnership is a game-changer for grocery retailers and their produce suppliers, and it will bring much-needed relief to an industry struggling with rising transportation costs and truck availability. With this partnership, […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southeast
Resource Label Group Acquires Deco Flexible Packaging
Franklin, Tennessee-based Resource Label Group has acquired Chicago-based Deco Flexible Packaging expanding its presence in the Midwest in the label and packaging industry. The addition of Deco Flexible Packaging represents the 24th acquisition for the company. Deco Flexible Packaging is a pressure sensitive and flexible packaging company specializing in the production of custom, pressure-sensitive products, narrow […]
Posted inProduce News, National
Fresh Del Monte, Decapolis Provide Traceability Solutions
Fresh Del Monte Produce has invested a 39 percent stake in Decapolis, a Jordanian and U.K.-based technology company that provides a blockchain-driven food safety and quality traceability technology for the food industry. The investment is part of Fresh Del Monte’s technology-driven mission to offer innovative solutions for its products and services, and to provide sustainable solutions […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest, Nonfood Items
Kroger Health Urges Customers To Get Flu Vaccinations
Cincinnati-based Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., is urging customers to get vaccinated against the flu to ensure protection during peak flu season. “The first step in protecting yourself and others from the flu is to get vaccinated,” said Doug Cornelius, senior director of pharmacy operations, Kroger Health. “We are encouraging people […]
Posted inAssociation News, National
Consumer Brands Shares September Jobs Report
The jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics released Oct. 7 showed a much-needed increase in consumer packaged goods jobs for last month, as demand for industry products remains high. According to the Consumer Brands Association’s analysis of the September BLS data, 7,748 CPG jobs were added last month, a marked improvement from the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Cardenas Markets Foundation Provides $50K To Food Banks
Ontario, California-based Cardenas Markets Foundation has announced that $50,000 has been donated to 25 food banks and pantries in the areas where Cardenas Markets operates. According to Feeding America, one in six Hispanic people experience food insecurity, and Latino children are more than twice as likely to face hunger as non-Latino children. “We are honored to partner with our […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest
Farmland Donates 130K Servings Of Protein To Food Bank Of Iowa
Farmland recently launched year two of its Honoring the Heartland Tour to show appreciation to hardworking farming communities and support communities through food donations. On Oct. 4, the tour stopped in Des Moines, Iowa to recognize two nonprofits. Farmland has partnered with the National Pork Board, Iowa Pork Producers Association and Luke Bryan’s Farm Tour to help fight food insecurity […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Amazon Fresh, Executive News, Southwest, Whole Foods
Arryved Names Younge As Chief Technology Officer
Boulder, Colorado-based Arryved has named Stephen Younge as chief technology officer. “I’m thrilled to be joining the world class team at Arryved as CTO,” Younge said. “Working with highly technical cloud-based software that enables small businesses to provide exceptional guest experiences is right up my alley. We raised over $21 million of funding last year and we […]