Denver, Colorado-based 34 Degrees is launching a new line, Snaps, baked chickpea snacking thins, in three varieties including Sea Salt, Everything and Umami. Snaps are naturally gluten free through the use of steamed chickpea flour. 34 Degrees’ second snacking line behind Sweet Crisps, Snaps are a standalone snack—an alternative to traditional chips or pretzels. Each […]
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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 inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, Midwest, Snacks Brands, Suppliers
Kellogg Co. Named One Of World’s Most Ethical Companies By Ethisphere
Battle Creek, Michigan-based Kellogg Co. has been recognized by Ethisphere, a leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2020 World’s Most Ethical Companies. Kellogg has been recognized 12 times since Ethisphere created the rankings in 2007. The company is one of only six honorees in the Food, Beverage and […]
Posted inPackaging News, Frozen Food, Home Page Slider, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest, Perishables, Suppliers, Supply Chain News
Pre Unveils New Look, Introduces Halal Claim To Packaging
Chicago-based Pre Brands is refreshing the brand’s packaging in an effort to further strengthen consumer communication and improve ease of shopping. With an entire portfolio of Non-GMO Project Verified products and 100 percent grass fed and finished offerings, Pre has always been committed to creating high-quality beef which comes from animals raised ethically and sustainably […]
Posted inPackaging News, Albertsons, Center Store, Home Page Slider, Marketing News, Perishables, Snacks Brands, Southeast, Suppliers
Base Culture Unveils New Packaging, Reformulated Low-Sugar Brownies
Base Culture, maker of paleo and gluten-free baked goods and snacks, is launching all-new, refreshed packaging this spring, but also will reduce the sugar in its Almond Butter Brownies and Cashew Butter Blondies by 40 percent to 15 grams. Last summer, Base Culture introduced its Original Keto Bread and 7 Nut & Seed Bread. Due […]
Posted inPackaging News, Dairy News, Deli News, Food Service News, Frozen Food, Home Page Slider, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Online Grocery Technology, Produce News, Snacks Brands, Southeast, Suppliers, Sustainability News
Graphic Packaging Int’l. Launches PaperSeal Innovation To Increase Recyclability
Graphic Packaging International has launched a new line of PaperSeal trays, offering brands and retailers the opportunity to replace Modified Atmosphere (MAP) and Vacuum Skin Packaging (VSP) plastic trays with a new barrier-lined paperboard alternative. The development of the innovative PaperSeal food tray solution aligns with the company’s Vision 2025, leveraging its sustainability profile to expand and […]
Posted inAssociation News, C-Store News, Food Service News, Home Page Slider, Nonfood Items, Southwest
7-Eleven Franchisee Leadership Opposes Weakening California Law AB 5
The National Coalition of Associations of 7-Eleven Franchisees (NCASEF) says proposed measures to change or repeal the California law that distinguishes employees from independent contractors would be harmful to the franchisees operating more than 1,700 7-Eleven stores in the state. Based in Universal City, Texas, the NCASEF is an elected, independent body representing the interests […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Marketing News, New Products, Suppliers, West
The Good Bean Launches New Line Of Chocolate Covered Chickpeas
The Good Bean, a maker of chickpea snacks, has launched a new line of whole-bean snacks, Chocolate Covered Chickpeas. The new line adds to The Good Bean’s portfolio of whole-bean snacks with its three varieties: Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate and Mocha Chocolate. This expansion into confection is a first for The Good Bean, based in Berkeley, […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Bakery News, Corporate Store News, Deli News, Home Page Slider, Midwest, Perishables, Produce News
SpartanNash, Family Fare Partner With Flashfood On New Mobile App
As part of its commitment to help customers save money and reduce in-store fresh food waste, SpartanNash is piloting a mobile app at five of its West Michigan Family Fare stores. The app was developed by Flashfood and allows store guests and community nonprofits to purchase food nearing its best-by date at savings of up […]
Posted inHome Page Slider, Independent Store News, National, Online Grocery Technology
Rosie, DoorDash Bring Affordable Delivery To Independent Grocers
Rosie, a locally focused e-commerce company, and DoorDash, a national on-demand local logistics platform, have partnered to bring an affordable, reliable delivery option to independent grocers and their communities across the United States. The partnership aims to provide a seamless end-to-end e-commerce and delivery experience for both the shopper and the retailer. Retailers throughout the U.S. […]
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
SE Kroger Stores Donate $86,500-Plus To HBCUs, HBCU Food Pantries
In honor of Black History Month in February, Kroger stores in Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee and Virginia donated more than $86,500 to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)—$67,500 of which was donated to HBCU food pantries to help alleviate food insecurity among students. Donations were made to the following food pantries: Mimi’s Pantry serving […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Association News, Home Page Slider, Perishables, Southeast, Suppliers
Study Finds Strong Demand For Meat, Represents $50.5B In Sales
The Power of Meat 2020, the 15th annual in-depth study of meat and poultry through shoppers’ eyes, explores consumption trends, sales growth and consumer preferences and found demand for meat is accelerating with $50.5 billion in sales for 2019. The study is conducted by FMI–The Food Industry Association and the Foundation for Meat and Poultry […]
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The Fresh Market Board Of Directors Appoints Potter As New CEO
The Fresh Market Inc. Board of Directors has appointed Jason Potter as CEO, replacing Larry Appel, who has resigned. Potter’s appointment was effective March 2. Potter has more than 30 years of experience in the grocery industry, having spent the bulk of his career at Sobeys Inc., one of the largest food retailers in North […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, National
DarioHealth Digital Diabetes Management System Available At Albertsons
DarioHealth Corp. has launched its digital therapeutics solution for managing chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension on Albertsons Marketplace. Albertsons Cos. is one of the largest retailers in the United States, with more than 2,000 grocery stores under banners such as Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen and Carrs. […]
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New Taco Bell Cheddar Crisps Available At Kroger, 7-Eleven Stores
Taco Bell’s newest item, Cheddar Crisps, is hitting shelves at participating U.S. 7-Eleven and Kroger locations. Made by baking 100 percent real cheese into crisps and then seasoning with Mexican spices, Cheddar Crisps are a keto-friendly, gluten-free and certified vegetarian snack with no artificial flavors or colors. Cheddar Crisps are available in three varieties and […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Marketing News, New Products, Perishables, Suppliers, West
Tillamook Debuts New Farmstyle Cream Cheese Spreads
The Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) has introduces its new Farmstyle Cream Cheese Spreads, including the world’s first-ever Aged Cheddar Cream Cheese Spread made with Tillamook’s sharp white cheddar. Not only are the spreads made with real ingredients and the bold cheese flavor that the farmer-owned co-op is known for, they also are made without gums, fillers or preservatives. […]
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Nielsen: Pet Care Is Next Big CBD Opportunity In U.S.
Cannabis is poised to be the next big opportunity in the U.S. consumer packaged goods (CPG) market. That opportunity, however, isn’t limited to just human consumers. Given the love that consumers have for their pets, the cannabis opportunity, particularly with respect to cannabidiol (CBD), is just as big. In 2018 alone, regulated adult use cannabis retailers in California, […]
Posted inNonfood Items, Corporate Store News, Executive News, Home Page Slider, West
Trader Joe’s Remembers Life Of Founder Joe Coulombe
Trader Joe’s is celebrating the life of its founder Joe Coulombe, 89, who died Friday, Feb. 28, in Pasadena, California. Mr. Coulombe was an extraordinarily smart and accomplished entrepreneur who built a company that introduced something welcomingly different in the grocery retail space, the company says. He opened the first Trader Joe’s store in 1967 […]
Posted inCoborn's, Beverage News, Center Store, Deli News, Food Service News, Grocery Store Layout, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, International Foods, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest, Produce News, Year In Review - 2020
MIDWEST: Coborn’s To Celebrate Grand Opening Of 3 Newly Remodeled Stores
Coborn’s Inc. has planned the grand reopening of three newly remodeled locations in its chain of 28 Coborn’s stores. The company recently completed significant updates at locations in New Prague, Clearwater and Sauk Rapids, Minnesota. The grand openings will include several events to celebrate each location’s newly remodeled Coborn’s. New Prague will host a ribbon […]
Posted inNonfood Items, Grocery Store Layout, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southwest
Homeland Agrees To Purchase GFF Foods In Moore, OK
Homeland (HAC Inc.), an Oklahoma employee-owned company, has entered into an agreement to buy the GFF Foods grocery store located at 1219 N. Santa Fe Avenue in Moore, Oklahoma, from Charlie Bert, Michael Pyle and Terry Gafford. The store will be re-bannered as a Cash Saver in early April, making it the 18th low cost format […]
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NGA Honors Outstanding Marketer, Outstanding Merchandiser Winners
The Outstanding Marketer and Outstanding Merchandiser in the Creative Choice Awards, selected by the National Grocers Association (NGA), were announced during the Super Breakfast Session at the recent 2020 NGA Show in San Diego, California. Outstanding Marketer was awarded to K-VA-T Food Stores/Food City for the grand opening in Abingdon, Virginia. The event generated excitement […]