Daiya Foods Inc. showcased its latest plant-based innovation March 8-12 at the Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, California. New cheese products include the Italian Four Cheeze Blend, Feta and Grilling Cheeze Blocks, and Garlic and Herbs Cream Cheeze. The company will also feature three new plant-based Flatbread varieties, as well as the Nexty Award finalist […]
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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 inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
NJFC Trade Relations Conference Set For March 30
The New Jersey Food Council is presenting a panel of industry leaders to highlight “Better for You: A Conversation of Health and Wellness in a Post Covid World” on March 30 at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The keynote speaker will be Stew Leonard Jr., president and CEO of Stew […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Price Rite Marketplace Accepts EBT SNAP Benefits Through Instacart
Keasbey, New Jersey-based Price Rite Marketplace and Instacart have announced that all Price Rite stores will now accept Electronic Benefits Transfer Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (EBT SNAP) as online payment for groceries through Instacart. EBT SNAP will be accepted for Price Rite Marketplace orders placed via Instacart and Price Rite’s own online storefront, powered by Instacart. […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Insite AI Adds Top Industry Executives To Leadership Team
Austin, Texas-based Insite AI, a provider of AI-driven solutions for category and revenue growth management for the consumer goods industry, has announced that Jeff Smith and Steven Leven have joined the company’s executive team. Smith has been named company president and Leven has been appointed chief customer and commercial officer. “I am excited to have these […]
Posted inPackaging News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Mrs. T’s Pierogies Introduces Packaging Redesign Across All Products
Shenandoah, Pennsylvania-based Mrs. T’s Pierogies, a family-owned and -operated company, is celebrating 70 years of sharing pierogies in 2022 with a product packaging redesign. The brand kicks off its milestone year with a product packaging redesign to its entire portfolio. Designed in partnership with Cornerstone Strategic Branding based in New York, the new product packaging maintains […]
Posted inPackaging News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Fox Solutions Partners With Flow-Wrap Machine Manufacturer, Redpack
Mcallen, Texas-based Fox Solutions, a manufacturer and distributor of custom packing equipment, has partnered with its first flow-wrap machine manufacturer, Redpack. In addition to bringing customers new packaging solutions, this partnership will enable Fox to serve new industries that utilize flow-wrap on many items. “This relationship with Redback will allow us to better service our customers […]
Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, National, Whole Foods
IHA’s Inspired Home Show Discusses Convention’s Success
The Inspired Home Show 2022 wrapped up on March 7 at McCormick Place in Chicago after three days. It was the first time that the event, formerly known as the International Home and Housewares Show, has taken place since 2019. Twenty thousand attendees and more than 1,000 exhibiting companies signed-up to discover new products, reconnect with […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, National
IRI Thought Leaders To Reveal Research At Upcoming Webinars
IRI, a leader in innovative solutions and services for consumer, CPG, retail and media companies, has announced the upcoming line up of its thought leadership webinars in its latest version of Next Week Now, a compilation of insights-rich activities, announcements and events. Upcoming IRI thought leadership activity includes: March 12 – SXSW – The latest […]
Posted inPackaging News, Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Whole Foods
HFactor Unveils New Design, Debuts Blackbeary Flavor And Multi-Pack
New York-based HFactor, a manufacturer and distributor of hydrogen infused water, has debuted a refreshed look for its eco-conscious, recyclable packaging and launched a multi-pack option that includes four 11-ounce and four 20-ounce pouches of the top-selling Original HFactor. HFactor’s new pouches and cans feature bold colors and a wavy pattern flowing across the packaging to draw […]
Posted inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, West
Coombs Family Farms Showcases Maple Syrup At Expo West
Coombs Family Farms, a division of Bascom Maple Farms – the source and supplier of 100 percent pure and organic maple syrup and maple sugar – is exhibiting March 9-11 at the 2022 Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, California. Attendees are invited to visit Hall B Organics booth No. 2021 to learn more about the […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, West
Ocean Mist Farms Announces Availability Of Purple Artichokes
Castroville, California-based Ocean Mist Farms, a grower and marketer of fresh artichokes in the U.S., has announced the availability of its proprietary purple artichokes. This seasonal, limited addition to the Ocean Mist Farms artichoke family is a colorful variety selected for superior flavor and appearance. The company’s Purple Artichokes are back for a third consecutive year. For nearly […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Amplify Snack Brands Showcase Snack Trends During Expo West
Austin, Texas-based Amplify Snack Brands – a snacking company whose brands include SkinnyPop Popcorn, Paqui Tortilla Chips, and Pirate’s Booty – returns March 9-11 to Natural Products Expo West at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California to showcase occasions and trends in the better-for-you snacks space. During the first in-person trade show the company […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, West
Tattooed Chef Unveils 2022 Innovations At Expo West
Paramount, California-based Tattooed Chef has unveiled its innovation line-up for 2022 coinciding with the brand’s presence March 8-12 at this year’s Natural Products Expo West show. Tattooed Chef is expanding out of the freezer aisle and releasing snacks that include plant based bars and chips. The new bar portfolio is a first-of-its-kind brain fuel oat butter bar […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Plant-Based News
UNFI’s Wild Harvest Debuts New Look, Launches Four Plant-Based Meats
Providence, Rhode Island-based UNFI and its Wild Harvest private label line is introducing a refreshed brand look designed to modernize shelf appeal for the entry-level organic shopper and reposition the brand with a sharper focus on family, ease and taste appeal. The new branding comes to life through a new logo and package design featuring vibrant […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Big Y Provides Over 100K Vaccinations In 2021
As Springfield, Massachusetts-based Big Y embarks on the anniversary of its first year’s effort to vaccinate the community, the company says it has conducted 105,000 vaccinations in 2021. These shots include 12 different types of vaccines including COVID-19, seasonal flu, Shingrix, pneumonia, T Dap, Hepatitis A and B, meningococcal, MMR and HPV. In total, they […]
Posted inMeijer, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Northeast
Meijer Earns Top Score On HRC’s Best Places To Work Scorecard
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer received a score of 100 percent on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index. This marks the retailer’s third consecutive year earning the highest possible score on the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality. “This designation recognizes the efforts our […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
South Point Grocery To Hold Store Grand Opening In Memphis, TN
The South Point Grocery store has opened its doors at 136 Webster Ave. in Memphis, Tennessee. The store will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting on March 10. Rick James, CEO and owner of Castle Retail Group, and Tom Archer, owner and president of Archer Custom Builders, have collaborated to deliver a modern, full-service […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Walmart To Open New Fulfillment Center In Shippensburg, PA
Walmart has announced its plans for a new fulfillment center in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania to support its supply chain network and e-commerce capabilities. The 1.8 million square-foot facility will be located at 2281 United Drive and is set to open this spring, creating up to 600 full-time jobs across the region. “We are proud to open […]
Posted inDeli News, Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Whole Foods
MamaMancini’s Secures New Authorizations Into Tier-1 Retailers
East Rutherford, New Jersey-based MamaMancini’s Holdings Inc. has announced new authorizations and shipments of products into tier-1 national and regional food retailers, club stores and a distributor to a major European airline carrier. Beginning in April, MamaMancini’s will commence a major rotation joint merchandising program with all 600 Sam’s Clubs for its branded Jumbo Meatballs. The company […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Home Page Slider, West
Golbon Names Dominguez VP Of Category Management
Boise, Idaho-based Golbon has named Randy Dominguez as its VP of category management. He will also serve on the company’s executive team. Dominguez previously held the position of head of direct procurement at Reef Technologies. Before that role, he held senior category management and sourcing roles at Foodbuy, a foodservice group purchasing organization. Prior to […]