Berkeley, California-based Novel Farms has unveiled the first marbled cultivated pork loin, which will provide a supply of animal protein while offering human health, environmental and animal welfare benefits. While the majority of cultivated meat companies focus on making sausages or burgers, only a handful of companies in the world have been able to showcase pork or beef […]
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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 inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee To Host Dietitian Events For Back-To-School Season
During August, West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee dietitians will host a series of programs and workshops focused on helping kids and families prepare for the upcoming school year. Free Kids in the Hy-Vee Kitchen (Virtual) – Each month, the Hy-Vee dietitian team hosts free virtual cooking classes. The goal is to help kids become comfortable and confident […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Corporate Store News, Northeast, Supply Chain News
Walmart To Open Consolidation Center In Lebanon, PA
Walmart has announced its plans to open a high-tech consolidation center in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. The 400,000-square-foot facility, located at 1625 Heilmandale Road, will bring 1,000 additional jobs to the area, 500 of which were hired in advance. Once implemented, the facility’s automated technology can enable three times more volume to flow throughout the center and […]
Posted inPackaging News, Association News, National
NGA Names ReposiTrak As Traceability, Compliance Partner
NGA has entered into a multi-year agreement with ReposiTrak in preparation of The Food Safety Modernization Act that will impose additional technical, financial and operational burdens on food retailers when Section 204 of the law is published in November. Specifically, retailers, wholesalers and their trading partners will need to maintain records of every movement of several […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
SpartanNash Remodels Knapp’s Corner D&W Fresh Market
SpartanNash celebrated the opening of its newly remodeled Knapp’s Corner D&W Fresh Market Aug. 10. Located at 2022 Apple Orchard Ave. NE in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the D&W Fresh Market grocery store has been upgraded to feature a modern look and provide a better shopping experience. The renovated store features more than 160 local brands, offering […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Launches School Donation Program
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers has begun a community donation program to benefit more than 420 public schools throughout the Southeast. The three-week program continues the grocer’s commitment to support creative, inclusive environments for students to grow and thrive during the new school year. Through Aug. 30, customers are invited to support their local schools by rounding […]
Posted inKeHE Distributors, Southwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
KeHE Distributors Expands Distribution Center In Aurora, CO
KeHE Distributors will unveil the expansion of its distribution center Aug. 31 in Aurora, Colorado. KeHE has experienced rapid growth in recent years resulting in an increase in distribution to more than 30,000 retail outlets across North America to date. This new expansion aims to serve new independent customers. It will add 124,000 additional square feet […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Grocery Store Equipment, Midwest
Hobart Enhances Meat Saw To Increase Operator Convenience
Troy, Ohio-based Hobart, a commercial food equipment manufacturer, has announced an enhancement to its 6614 meat saw, adding an integrated meat pusher attachment for increased operator convenience. The attachment, which is connected to the meat saw, flips out of the way and locks in place when not in use. The pusher plate eliminates the need to handle items […]
Posted inMarketing News, Center Store, Southeast
Bush’s Offers Pantry Organization Session With The Home Edit
Knoxville, Tennessee-based Bush’s Beans and professional organizing service The Home Edit are helping fans of the show transition into a mealtime routine with Bush’s Sidekicks. Through the Bush’s Sidekicks and The Home Edit Pantry Sweepstakes, the partners are offering fans the chance to win a personal, in-home organization session with The Home Edit team and virtually […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Cardenas Markets Concludes Annual Loteria Sweepstakes
Cardenas Markets has concluded its Loteria Scratcher Sweepstakes with Hayward, California, resident Maria Antonia G. as the grand prize winner of $50,000. Employees from the company along with mariachis joined Adam Salgado, Cardenas Markets CMO, in presenting Maria Antonia with her check. The presentation took place on Aug. 3 in the parking lot of the company’s store located at 187 Harder Road in Hayward, […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Star Ranch Angus Brand Honors Disabled Veterans At Reception
Star Ranch Angus beef, a Tyson Foods’ fresh meats brand, has donated brisket to the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 150 in Corpus Christi, Texas, for its annual Purple Heart Day barbecue dinner. Support for the event, which took place Aug. 6, was part of the Star Ranch Angus brand’s Good Neighbor Initiative, an annual effort that identifies opportunities […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food Begins Pediatric Cancer Fundraising Program
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food has launched its 18th annual fundraising program in support of pediatric cancer research initiatives during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Giant’s goal is to raise at least $2 million over the eight-week program, running from Aug. 12 to Oct. 13, from the sale of $5 coupon books valued at more than $45 each. All funds raised will be […]
Posted inAssociation News, National
IRI Releases Inflation Insights On Consumer Shopping Behavior
IRI has released new insights about food inflation and its impact on consumer shopping behavior using point-of-sale data from July, including data covering all U.S. food channels. July’s data shows that prices of consumer goods remain elevated across categories. Prices for food at-home rose 1.2 percent from the end of June to the end of […]
Posted inBeverage News, Northeast
Elmhurst 1925 Brings Back Seasonal Beverage Offerings
Elma, New York-based Elmhurst 1925 has brought back two of its seasonal offerings: Pumpkin Spice Oat Creamer and OatNog. Pumpkin Spice is available, while best-selling OatNog will return in November. These limited-time oat beverages will be joined alongside the brand’s other products, such as Oat Creamer line of Unsweetened, Hazelnut, French Vanilla, Chai Spice and Caramel Macchiato. […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion Lends Support For Flood Relief Efforts In Kentucky
As part of Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion’s efforts to support those impacted by the recent flooding in Kentucky, the retailer is delivering water and raising funds for victims. The donation of a full truckload of 17 pallets of water was delivered Aug. 9 to God’s Pantry Food Bank, a member agency of Feeding America […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Study Reveals Growing Retail Channels For Avocado Purchases
A recent avocado channel segmentation study by the Mission Viejo, California-based Hass Avocado Board provides a greater understanding of avocado shopper segmentation by outlining key purchase metrics of buyer groups within each retail outlet where avocados are purchased. As a companion piece to a study released earlier this year, “Rethinking Retail: Avocado Shopper Segmentation,” this […]
Posted inAssociation News, National
Consumer Brands Releases Statement On July Jobs Report
The jobs report released on Aug. 6 from the Bureau of Labor Statistics more than doubled economists’ expectations, but also showed the consumer packaged goods industry to be a complete outlier with minimal growth, adding to concern about the need for a robust workforce. According to the Consumer Brands Association’s analysis of the July BLS […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Fresh Express Begins Promotion, Releases New Online Content
Orlando, Florida-based Fresh Express, a brand leader in value added salads, has kicked off its second annual Fresh On the Go promotion to celebrate its products. Throughout the three-week promotion, the Fresh Express website and social channels will spotlight on-the-go meal tips, recipes and featured products, such as the Spinach Avocado Pear Smoothie and Apple Feta Spinach […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Southwest
Frito-Lay Introduces Chip Mashups With Familiar Flavors
Plano, Texas-based Frito-Lay’s is relaunching the Lay’s Flavor Swap lineup, along with the new Lay’s Kettle Cooked Fritos Chili Cheese. “What makes the Lay’s Flavor Swap lineup so much fun is the combination of flavors our fans know and love to create a new-but-familiar snacking experience,” said Stacy Taffet, SVP of brand marketing, Frito-Lay North America. “This […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Executive News, Northeast
Rich Holdings Keeps Family-Owned Tradition With New Chairman
Buffalo, New York-based Rich Holdings has promoted Melinda “Mindy” R. Rich to become chairman of the family-owned corporate parent, Rich Holdings. She previously served as vice chairman, EVP and a member of the board for Rich Products Corporation. In this transition, she succeeds Robert E. Rich Jr., who served as chairman for 16 years. Rich Jr. […]