KeHE Distributors hosted its 2022 Holiday Show on June 15-16 in Chicago, bringing together sought-after products, cutting-edge brands and top retailers. The in-person event offered opportunities to learn about innovative new products, insights for the latest trends and buying or selling opportunities for the holiday buying season. The 2022 show, which made its first in-person return since 2019, […]
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 inCorporate Store News, West
Smart & Final Launches Fundraising Campaign For Olive Crest
Los Angeles-based Smart & Final has announced the return of its annual fundraiser for Olive Crest, an organization dedicated to preventing child abuse and treating and educating at-risk children. Through July 5, customers at Smart & Final locations throughout California, Arizona and Nevada can support kids in crisis with a $1 donation at checkout. All proceeds […]
Posted inOrganic Natural, Corporate Store News, Southwest
Whole Foods Market Reveals First Summer Condiment Trends Predictions
Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market’s Trends Council revealed its first summer condiment trends predictions, along with a list of corresponding products from emerging and established brands. The Trends Council – a collective of Whole Foods Market buyers and experts with extensive industry knowledge – predict global barbecue, chili peppers, elevated ketchup and mustard, next-level fermentation and new […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
Hormel Foods Hires Makope To Succeed Jamison As VP And Treasurer
Austin, Minnesota-based Hormel Foods Corporation has announced that Gary Jamison, VP and treasurer, will be retiring after a 34-year career with the company. It has also appointed Florence Makope to succeed him. Makope, who joins Hormel Foods with more than 20 years of finance and treasury experience, will report to Jacinth Smiley, EVP and chief financial […]
Posted inPackaging News, National
Heinz, Partners Join Forces For U.K. Flexible Plastic Recycling Trial
SABIC has joined forces with Heinz, Tesco and Berry in a recycling trial in the U.K. designed to close the loop on soft plastic food packaging. Flexible plastic packaging collected from Tesco stores has been used to produce certified circular polypropylene from SABIC’s Trucircle portfolio for microwavable Heinz Beanz Snap Pots, made from 39 percent […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Breaks Ground On First Location In Kentucky
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has broken ground on its first store in Louisville, Kentucky, located at the corner of Terra Crossing Boulevard and Old Henry Road in Jefferson County. Kentucky will mark Publix’s eighth state of operation. The Terra Crossing Shopping Center, located at 2500 Terra Crossing Boulevard., is expected to be completed in the fourth […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
The Fresh Market Kicks Off July With 40th Anniversary Celebration
Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market Inc. will commemorate its 40th anniversary beginning on July 1 with an array of special deals, a Fourth of July meal and exclusive products for its guests – including a chance to win the golden ticket and a $40 gift card through two anniversary chocolate bars. The Fourth of July meal will […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Albertsons, Northeast
Do Good Foods Launches Carbon-Reduced Chicken In Philadelphia
Bedminster, New Jersey-based Do Good Foods has launched Do Good Chicken in grocers throughout Philadelphia. The company is on a mission to change the world with products that enable people to “do good” with everyday purchases. Each year, about 40 percent of healthy grocery food gets tossed into landfills. According to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, if food waste […]
Posted inAssociation News, Northeast
NJFC Hosts Virtual Reception For 2022 Education Scholarship Winners
The New Jersey Food Council hosted a virtual reception and presentation June 16 to honor the 2022 scholarship recipients from the Educational Development Scholarship Foundation. “This was a special ceremony to award our students with scholarships that will help further their dreams, goals and career aspirations,” said Linda Doherty, NJFC president and CEO. “This virtual […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Grocery Store Layout, Southwest
Symphony RetailAI Finds Space Planning Solutions Are Top Priority
Dallas-based Symphony RetailAI, a provider of end-to-end, integrated AI-powered merchandising, marketing and supply chain solutions for retailers and CPG manufacturers, has announced the findings of its commissioned executive survey, “Retailers’ Views of Modern Planning Tools and Solutions,” conducted by RSR Research. An overwhelming majority of respondents indicated that matters related to space planning are important amidst unprecedented retail […]
Posted inAssociation News, National
FMI Applauds Senate Approval Of Bipartisan PBM Reform Legislation
FMI – The Food Industry Association welcomed the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee’s passage of the bipartisan “Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act of 2022.” The legislation addresses several anticompetitive practices used by many of the drug middlemen known as pharmacy benefit managers while giving the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general greater enforcement authorities to prevent […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
Kraft Rebrands Mac & Cheese Product, Packaging
Chicago-based Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is unveiling a new brand identity that includes an updated logo, noodle smile and name. The new look updates all aspects of the brand identity: the name, the logo, brand colors, typography, photography, iconography and packaging. The change from “macaroni and cheese” to “mac & cheese,” Kraft said in a statement is […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Southwest
Local Express To Offer Delivery Through Walmart GoLocal
Independent food and beverage businesses nationwide now have increased access to delivery via Local Express through Walmart GoLocal, Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart’s white-label delivery as a service offering. The collaboration will enable Local Express, an end-to-end e-commerce platform for food retailers, to expand its delivery capabilities to serve additional businesses in areas including Chicago, Miami and Arlington, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
IRI Launches Receipt Panel To Enhance Omnichannel View Of Purchases
IRI has launched the IRI OmniConsumer Receipt Panel, which will source receipt data from 120,000 active households where they shop. “The IRI OmniConsumer Receipt Panel offers an unparalleled view of consumer purchase behavior, allowing clients to gain key insights into how consumers are shopping across channels,” said Jeremy Allen, president of Americas and APAC. “Today’s omnichannel environment presents […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Lori Anne Peaches Available In Select Grocery Retailers
Ridge Spring, South Carolina-based Lori Anne Peaches are available at select retailers nationwide. Shoppers can find Lori Anne Peaches at Harp, Central Market, Lunds & Byerlys, Wegman’s and Rouses. Throughout July, Lori Anne Carr will continue holding in store demos at select retailer locations in Minnesota and Texas. “Every year, I look forward to traveling to […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Southwest
Kroger Expands Fulfillment Network With Facility In Aurora, CO
The Kroger Co. has announced the addition of a new customer fulfillment center in Aurora, Colorado, powered by the Ocado Group, which is engineering a model for the region, using advanced robotics technology and creative solutions. “We are thrilled to expand and introduce our innovative Kroger Fulfillment Network to one of the fastest growing areas in the country and […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Bees Are Back At The Giant Co. Headquarters
Following the theft of its honeybees earlier in the year, The Giant Company announced that two new beehives, housing 30,000 bees, are at home near the company’s seven-acre pollinator-friendly solar field at its corporate headquarters in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The company will continue to add to the colony over the next several months and will house […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
Morton Launches Refillable, Recyclable Grinder
Chicago-based Morton Salt has announced its new collection of refillable, adjustable grinders. Morton’s new glass grinder is designed to offer consumers a more sustainable option compared to the single use disposable options in the market today. The newly redesigned grinder will also feature an adjustable grinder top, recyclable glass bottle and will be available in […]
Posted inExecutive News, Nonfood Items, Southeast
Mars Inc. Names Singh As Global President For Pet Nutrition
Franklin, Tennessee-based Mars Incorporated has named Ikdeep Singh as the global president for its pet nutrition business. The role also will see Singh become a member of Mars Petcare’s global leadership team. Singh will be responsible for pet food brands such as Pedigree, Whiskas, Sheba and Cesar. He is tasked with growing the portfolio in […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Center Store, Midwest, Plant-Based News
Kellogg Co. To Split Operations Into Three Separate Businesses
Battle Creek, Michigan-based Kellogg Company has approved a plan to separate its North American cereal and plant-based foods businesses, via tax-free spin-offs, resulting in three independent public companies. “Kellogg has been on a successful journey of transformation to enhance performance and increase long-term shareowner value. This has included re-shaping our portfolio, and today’s announcement is […]