IRI, a global technology leader in innovative solutions and services for consumer, retail and media companies, and Boston Consulting Group, published the 10th annual CPG Growth Leaders study. Findings revealed that the total U.S. CPG industry grew roughly 3 percent in 2021, versus an expected sharper slowdown from 2020 – a year in which pandemic driven shifts […]
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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 inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, National
Albertsons Partners With DoorDash For Express Grocery Delivery
DoorDash, an on-demand delivery platform, has introduced express grocery delivery, a service that offers consumers faster and more convenient delivery of fresh groceries in less than 30 minutes, in partnership with Albertsons Companies. As part of this launch, consumers in more than 20 major cities across the U.S. will now be able to access express grocery […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Midwest, Whole Foods
Varcode CEO Battoe Wins Food Logistics Rock Star Award
Food Logistics has named Joseph Battoe, CEO of Chicago, Illinois-based Varcode, a winner of the 2022 Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award, which recognizes influential individuals in the industry whose achievements, hard work and vision have shaped the global cold food supply chain. Following more than five years of research and patent development, Battoe brought to market […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Mulay’s Celebrates Year Of Record Growth And Expanded Distribution
Longmont, Colorado-based Mulay’s Sausage, a female-owned and family-run premium sausage and meatball brand, experienced a year of unprecedented growth in 2021. This growth was driven in large part due to an expanded and diversified distribution footprint that is continuing into 2022. Remaining unchanged during this time of growth is Mulay’s commitment to produce “better-for-you” products sourced […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Organic Natural, Southwest
Majestic Organic Butter Debuts Nationally At Whole Foods Markets
Dallas, Texas-based Majestic Brand Diary debuted its new Majestic Brand Organic Butter nationally in Whole Foods Markets this month. Majestic Brand Butter sources high-quality cream only from U.S. dairy farmers who put cow care, milk quality and sustainability first. Majestic Brand Dairy produces organic butter using a slower, “old school” approach resulting in rich and creamy […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, West
CHKN Not Chicken Launches Plant-Based Chicken In Sprouts Locations
Portland, Oregon-based CHKN Not Chicken, a plant-based chicken alternative, has announced its arrival at all 370-plus Sprouts Farmers Market stores nationwide. Shoppers can find the plant-based chicken products in the frozen plant-based meat section. Sprouts will offer customers four flavors of CHKN Not Chicken that replicate the flavor of chicken. Flavors available include: Naked CHKN in […]
Posted inC-Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
NECSEMA 2022 Trade Expo Returns March 16
Hundreds of convenience store and service station owners, food and beverage purveyors, equipment and software providers, fuel industry leaders and other exhibitors will gather for the first time in two years at NECSEMA 2022, as the region’s largest convenience and fuels trade show returns after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The NECSEMA […]
Posted inC-Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Sheetz Enters Agreement With Constellation To Power Northeast Facilities
Altoona, Pennsylvania-based Sheetz, a family-owned and -operated restaurant and convenience store chain, has announced a long-term renewable supply agreement with Constellation, the nation’s leading supplier of clean energy solutions, to power nearly 70 percent of its Pennsylvania facilities with renewable energy. Backed by Sheetz’s commitment, Constellation has entered into separate long-term power purchase agreements to procure […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix And National Audubon Society Partner For Everglades Restoration
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix and the National Audubon Society have announced the results of the first phase of their collaboration in the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary of the western Everglades. As part of the company’s commitment to sustainability, Publix has embarked upon long-term collaborations to support freshwater restoration in Florida. To date, 200 acres of invasive willows […]
Posted inBeverage News, CBD News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Kill Cliff Signs Three-Year Deal With Truist Park
Kill Cliff, the clean energy drink company, has signed a three-year deal to become the exclusive energy drink of the World Champion Atlanta Braves. Kill Cliff Ignite will be the only energy drink sold in bars, restaurants and concessions throughout Truist Park in Smyrna. This lock on the ultra-competitive energy drink category will serve nearly 2.5 […]
Posted inDeli News, Home Page Slider, Packaging News, Southwest, Sustainability News
Van’s Kitchen Debuts New Sustainable Packaging
Dallas, Texas-based Van’s Kitchen, an egg roll manufacturing brand, has announced it is bringing a fresh rebrand for its entire line, debuting new sustainable packaging that showcases its traditional roots. This update comes ahead of a growth projection for the brand in 2022, with recent distribution gains in retailers like Publix, Walmart, Kroger and Giant […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, West
Calavo Announces Promotion And Retirement Of Sales Team Members
Santa Paula, California-based Calavo Growers Inc., a global leader in the avocado and value-added fresh food industries, has announced the promotion of Gordon Breschini to director of national sales for the Calavo Fresh team, and the retirement of industry veteran, Bob Collier. Breschini, who has been with the company since 2008, most recently as senior account manager, […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, National
Ahold Delhaize Spent €364M In COVID-19 Relief In 2021
To protect customers and employees and support local communities during the COVID-19 pandemic, Ahold Delhaize and its brands have spent €364 million in COVID-19 relief costs in 2021, of which €20 million were additional charitable donations. In total, Ahold Delhaize and its local brands contributed more than €199 million in charitable donations across the globe. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Hy-Vee, Midwest
Presenting Sponsors Set For Hy-Vee INDYCAR Race
Hy-Vee Inc. and INDYCAR have announced that Google and DoorDash will be the presenting sponsors for the Hy-Vee INDYCAR Race Weekend, July 22-24. PepsiCo will be a key event sponsor, as well as the sponsor of Hy-Vee’s No. 45 car throughout the race season. Tickets for Hy-Vee INDYCAR Race Weekend are on sale now and […]
Posted inKeHE Distributors, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Allegiance Retail Services Selects KeHE As Primary Distribution Partner
KeHE Distributors has been selected as the new primary distributor partner for Iselin, New Jersey-based Allegiance Retail Services and will be providing support for the company’s member needs through data-driven information, store-level operational excellence, superior sales and promotional growth marketing. Allegiance Retail Services provides independent supermarkets customized retail services to enhance their success. With natural, organic and specialty business […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Publix To Open New Location In Tucker, GA
Publix Super Markets will open a new store in Tucker, Georgia, on Feb. 23, in the Hugh Howell Village shopping center. This store will replace the current store, which is scheduled to close on Feb. 22, which is located on Hugh Howell Road a few blocks away. This new 48,300-square-foot store have traditional grocery, dairy […]
Posted inPackaging News, Home Page Slider, Plant-Based News, Southeast, Sustainability News
No Evil Foods Unveils New Look, Products, Improved Sustainability
Asheville, North Carolina-based No Evil Foods has unveiled a first look at its latest packaging evolution. The new designs, which will be rolled out across the company’s full line of plant-based meats over the coming months, are visually streamlined while keeping the brands’ key value positions in mind: environmentally sustainable plant meat made from simple, animal-free […]
Posted inExecutive News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Online Grocery Technology, Southwest, Whole Foods
Symphony RetailAI VP Prothero Wins Food Logistics Rock Star Award
Troy Prothero, VP of product management and supply chain solutions for Dallas, Texas-based Symphony RetailAI, has been named a winner of Food Logistics’ 2022 Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award. The annual honor recognizes influential people in the industry whose achievements, hard work and vision have shaped the global cold food supply chain. Food Logistics noted that “these rock […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Red Chocolate Partners With AHA For Store Donation Program
Exton, Pennsylvania-based Red Chocolate, a reduced sugar chocolate company, will offer a donation option on its website with every purchase. Donations will benefit the American Heart Association and will support its research regarding various heart diseases and conditions. In honor of National Heart Awareness Month, Red will match all donations collected within its online store […]
Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Coca Cola Introduces New Flavors And Packaging Designs
Atlanta, Georgia-based Coca-Cola is kicking off the year with two updates across its brands – a new option to its Coca-Cola with Coffee portfolio and a new look for its lineup. Coca-Cola with Coffee Mocha hit shelves this month, joining the available Dark Blend, Vanilla, Caramel and Vanilla Zero Sugar in the ready-to-drink coffee aisle. “We […]