The economic downturn brought on by the coronavirus pandemic has officially been declared a recession, but National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz says the key question is how long it will last. “Will this recession be briefer than earlier recessions?” Kleinhenz said. “No one has a crystal ball. And just as it can take […]
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After 32 years in the newspaper industry, she is enjoying her new career exploring the world of groceries at The Shelby Report.
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, National
Rite Aid Launches 26th Annual Miracle Balloon Campaign
As the COVID-19 pandemic creates extraordinary need across the country, Rite Aid customers can support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals during a critical time through its annual Miracle Balloon fundraising campaign, running July 12 through Aug. 8. Rite Aid customers can add a donation to their in-store transactions, as well as donate online through its social […]
Posted inShelby Originals, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Highland Park Markets, Fellow Grocers Rising To Pandemic Challenges
by John McCurry/contributing writer Employees at Highland Park Markets, a Hartford, Connecticut, area grocer, are working hard to serve customers during the coronavirus crisis. Molly Devanney, a company VP interviewed during the first weeks of the pandemic, said activity has been crazy. Employees are working hard to restock shelves and perform extra cleaning of […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Symphony RetailAI Included In Forrester’s ‘Now Tech’ Listing
Dallas, Texas-based Symphony RetailAI, a provider of integrated AI-enabled marketing, merchandising and supply chain solutions for FMCG retailers and CPG manufacturers, is among the 33 companies that Forrester included in its Now Tech: Customer Analytics Technologies, Q1 2020. Symphony RetailAI believes that retailers and suppliers use analytics technologies to improve the customer experience, resulting in overall […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Graeter’s Celebrates 150th Birthday With Limited-Edition Flavors
Cincinnati, Ohio-based Graeter’s Ice Cream, a family owned craft ice cream maker since 1870, is celebrating its 150th birthday with the creation of a special ice cream flavor and a limited-edition birthday donut. Each of the specialty products were released on July 1, coinciding with National Ice Cream Month and in celebration of Graeter’s birthday. Graeter’s […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, West
Sprouts Foundation, Republic of Tea Support School Garden Programs
The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation and The Republic of Tea are continuing their partnership to support school garden programs. The Republic of Tea will donate $1 to the foundation for each Hibiscus Sangria Iced Tea and Blackberry Sage Iced Tea tin sold at Sprouts’ 350 locations across the country. “Gardening experiences provide children with an understanding of where healthy food comes from, nurtures their love of […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Nestlé Brings Back Classic Taste of Nesquik Powder
Nestlé Nesquik has reformulated its classic powder and consumers once again can enjoy that nostalgic taste. With an expanded product lineup, Nesquik is giving consumers the option to choose the recipe that best meets their family’s needs and tastes. “Delighting our consumers and evolving to meet their ever-changing needs and lifestyles has always been at […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, National
GCCA Leadership Changes To Enhance Services To Cold Chain Industry
The Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA) has made three key staff changes – Brian P. Lynch is joining the company and Megan Costello and Lowell Randel are receiving promotions. Lynch is joining the GCCA team as SVP of business development and member programs on July 6. He brings a 20-year track record of developing partnerships, […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Midwest, Whole Foods
Planters New Pop & Pour Nuts Designed For Convenience
Planters has introduces its new Pop & Pour Nuts, featuring a re-sealable snap-top lid that helps to lock in freshness. The new containers fit in spots such as cupholders and backpacks for convenience and may be opened with one hand. Five varieties of Planters nuts may be found in the new Pop & Pour containers […]
Posted inHome Page Slider, Merchandising News, Northeast
Specialty Food Association Releases New State Of Industry Report
Based on sales data from the past three calendar years, the new Specialty Food Association’s (SFA) annual state of the industry report reveals a specialty food industry hitting $158.4 billion in sales, a 10.7 percent increase since 2017. The full report includes commentary throughout that reflects the impact and ramifications of COVID-19. Foodservice and online sales continued to […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Home Page Slider, National
PLMA Elects Dockery Chairman Of Board Of Directors
Clay Dockery, VP of corporate brands for Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA, was elected to the position of chairman of the Private Label Manufacturers Association Board of Directors. The election took place June 29, during the association’s annual meeting. The meeting was held online and was open to all PLMA member companies. Originally planned to take […]
Posted inNonfood Items, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Recycle Razors, Packaging To Help Support Veterans
International recycling leader TerraCycle has begun a national recycling initiative with Gillette, CVS Pharmacy and Fisher House Foundation that calls upon CVS Pharmacy customers to recycle all brands of disposable razors, replaceable-blade cartridge units and razor plastic packaging to help win a playground for a military medical center. The state that collects the most waste per capita will […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, West, Whole Foods
Wonderful Pistachios No Shells Flavors Win Best Bite Awards
Wonderful Pistachios No Shells’ new flavors, Honey Roasted and Chili Roasted, were voted winners of Delicious Living magazine’s 2020 Best Bite Awards. The awards recognize natural foods that prioritize flavor and clean ingredients and also consider quality, purity, efficacy and innovation. The Delicious Living “Best Bites” Awards include both Retailer Choice Awards (voted by natural health retailers) and […]
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, National
NGA, ISSA To Bring Outbreak Prevention Program To Independents
The National Grocers Association (NGA) is partnering with ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, and the Global Risk Advisory Council (GBAC), a division of ISSA, to bring a new, comprehensive cleaning, disinfection and infection prevention program to grocery retailers. The program, called the GBAC STAR, is the cleaning industry’s only outbreak prevention, response and recovery […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Buehler’s Fresh Foods Names New VP Of Operations
Wooster, Ohio-based Buehler’s Fresh Foods has named Paul Stefaniuk as VP of Operations, effective July 6. He will report directly to Buehler’s President and CEO Dan Shanahan and oversee store operations and related functions. Stefaniuk brings more than 15 years of experience including store operations, mergers and acquisitions and store development. For the past five-plus years he […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Simply 7 Introduces 2 New Snacks, Launches New Branding
Simply 7 Snacks is introducing two new snacks – Sea Salt Veggie Straws and Fiery Pepper Lentil Chips. Both have launched in a new, fresh look for the brand. Sea Salt Veggie Straws are a snack of garden-fresh cauliflower, broccoli, carrots and potatoes turned straws, topped with sea salt. Unlike most veggie straws that are […]
Posted inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Kellogg’s Combines Two Fan-Favorites In New Mashups Cereal
Kellogg’s has introduced its new Mashups Cereal, a limited-edition offering that combines fan-favorite flakes and loops in one box. “Kellogg’s is always looking to innovate and deliver new experiences that our cereal fans desire,” said Erin Storm, marketing director of Kellogg All Family Cereal. “As almost half of cereal lovers mix cereals together, we wanted […]
Posted inGelson's, Home Page Slider, Marketing News, West, Year In Review - 2020
WEST: Gelson’s Introduces New Customer Rewards Program
Gelson’s has introduced a new rewards program where customers can earn points for every dollar they spend. With four different tiers (Foodie, Gourmet, Connoisseur, Epicure) come different perks, such as free items, Gelson’s brand BOGO events, a percentage off of whole store events and first to market samplers. Instacart is also integrated into the program, […]
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Hy-Vee Partners With Kellogg’s, Keurig Dr Pepper To End Summer Hunger
Hy-Vee Inc., in partnership with Kellogg’s and Keurig Dr Pepper, has launched its End Summer Hunger campaign to provide food for children and families in need. During the month of July, for every qualifying purchase at a Hy-Vee grocery store, one meal will be donated to Feeding America food banks in Hy-Vee’s eight-state region. The […]
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Latest News, Shelby Originals, Southwest
Junior’s Growing Along With Hidalgo In South Texas
by John McCurry / contributing writer Hidalgo County in South Texas, with a population approaching 900,000, is one of the fastest growing counties in the U.S. A major logistics hub, it is the No. 1. land port for fresh produce imports from Mexico, with about 2 million tons of fresh produce entering the country annually. […]