Austin, Texas-based ePac Flexible Packaging has launched its Certified Child Resistant Resealable pouches made with Post Consumer Recycled materials. A collaboration between ePac, the Fresh-Lock business unit at Presto Products Co. and Charter Next Generation, the offering is fully certified to comply with the Federal Poison Prevention Act, Title CFR / 16 Part 1700, and […]
Author Archives: Treva Bennett
Senior Content Creator
After 32 years in the newspaper industry, she is enjoying her new career exploring the world of groceries at The Shelby Report.
Posted inGuest Contributors, Association News, Home Page Slider, National
As Suspicion Of Food Continues To Mount, So Does Importance Of Trust
by John Ross / president and CEO of IGA In the past year, we have seen evidence of what happens when trust is lost. From the sanctity of the church to the integrity of a local election, it seems everything is suspect. And this includes food. Americans today are more cautious about what they eat, and […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Home Page Slider, National
Task Force To Bring Visibility, Collaboration To Supply Chain Challenges
The Consumer Brands Association has announced the creation of a new Supply Chain Health and Performance Task Force aimed at increasing visibility and easing supply chain pressures felt across the CPG industry. The task force is comprised of 15 CPG companies working in partnership with real-time supply chain visibility platform FourKites. The task force will leverage […]
Posted inGelson's, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, West
Gelson’s To Be Retail Anchor At West Los Angeles Development
Gelson’s has signed a long-term lease to become the retail anchor tenant at West Edge, a transit-oriented, mixed-use development situated within the heart of West Los Angeles. Gelson’s will occupy 36,000 square feet of space on the plaza level of the seven-story residential building. The supermarket is anticipated to open in early 2023. West Edge […]
Posted inFood Service News, Home Page Slider, Marketing News, Southeast
Acosta And The Core Group Form Core Foodservice
Acosta, an integrated sales and marketing services company, and The Core Group, a foodservice sales agency, have created an agency focused on providing solutions for the foodservice industry’s new operating environment. Core Foodservice will bring together industry-leading capabilities from both Acosta and The Core Group, creating an organization designed to meet the requirements of new […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Executive News, Home Page Latest News, Southwest
King Succeeds Banks As Tyson Foods President And CEO
Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods Inc. announced June 2 that Chief Operating Officer Donnie King has been named president and CEO, effective immediately. Current President and CEO Dean Banks is leaving the company and board for personal reasons. “The board and I know that Donnie has a deep understanding of our business, values and culture and […]
Posted inGiant Food, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
The Giant Co.’s Nutritionists To Lead Virtual Foodie Road Trip Across USA
The Giant Co.’s nutritionists have a foodie road trip planned all summer with virtual classes highlighting food favorites and foods inspired from spots across the United States. These free, live classes via Zoom are available for chefs of all ages throughout June, July and August. “Gather around the table and join us on our culinary adventure […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Forbes Ranks Publix One Of America’s Best Employers For New Grads
Forbes ranked Lakeland, Florida-based Publix No. 59 out of 250 companies on its 2021 list of America’s Best Employers For New Grads, and Publix ranked No. 5 out of 25 companies in the Retail and Wholesale industries category. “Publix focuses on our core values and workplace culture,” said Publix Director of Communications Maria Brous. “We […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National
Does Your Meat Case Reflect Diversity Of Multicultural Consumer Base?
Sponsored content by Michael Uetz / Managing Principal, Midan Marketing, strategic meat marketing, research and creative communications agency With each new generation, the population of the United States is becoming more racially and ethnically diverse. Estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau show that about 60 percent of Americans today identified as non-Hispanic White in 2019. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
WFIA Focused On Unemployment, Hazard Pay Issues For Membership
by Eric Pereira / staff writer Washington was the first state to face COVID-19, and it continues to work toward finding remedies for the effects of the pandemic. For the Washington Food Industry Association, one of the legislative priorities is unemployment. “One of our biggest projects this interim is helping our members with the employment […]
Posted inMeijer, COVID News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Meijer Shares How Customers’ Cleaning Habits Have Changed
Meijer saw two new trends emerge in customers’ spring-cleaning habits after spending 14 months at home and now considering inviting houseguests in as more people get vaccinated – a balance between natural and disinfecting products and kitchen organization. “We saw our customers focus on home cleaning in a big way over the last year and […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Dole Pays Tribute To Disney Princesses Through Ongoing Promotion
From the confidence and loyalty of Belle to the bravery of Mulan to the steadfast determination of Tiana, Disney Princess characters are known for exhibiting courage in the face of adversity and danger, and kindness in everyday acts throughout their kingdoms. Charlotte, North Carolina-based Dole Food Co. is tapping into that spirit during an extended tribute […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Whole Foods Market Shares First Plant-based Trend Predictions
Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market revealed its first plant-based trend predictions, with nut-based cheese alternatives, banana blossoms and creamy cashew dips topping the list. Looking ahead to summer and beyond, the grocer’s Trends Council pooled members’ industry knowledge, product-sourcing expertise and hands-on work with emerging and existing plant-forward brands to inform the predictions. The choice to […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Latest News, Market Profile, Shelby Originals, West
Market Profile: Small Grocers Face Geographic Hurdles In Evergreen State
Creativity, flexibility key to feeding communities by Eric Pereira / staff writer Ali Hayton is facing a unique and perilous situation with the market she owns in the northwestern Washington town of Point Roberts. None of the grocery store’s trucks, employees or Hayton herself have had any problems getting through the U.S.-Canada border during the […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, National
Instacart Releases New ‘Plant Power’ Trends Report
Instacart has released its “Plant Power” report, a new data-driven examination of the mainstream consumer migration to plant-based alternatives. According to Instacart sales data, one in three Instacart customers has purchased a plant-based meat or milk product. Further, according to a recent Instacart survey conducted by The Harris Poll, when asked about the grocery and food […]
Posted inShelby Originals, Association News, Home Page Latest News, National
NGA, FMI Members Talk Policy Issues With Congress
‘Significant concerns’ shared during ‘Day in Washington’ by Eric Pereira / staff writer Hundreds of grocers and wholesalers from across the nation recently connected virtually with members of Congress to share some of the day-to-day challenges they’re facing and to advocate for key policy issues impacting the supermarket industry. In a recent recap call, officials […]
Posted inMeijer, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Midwest
2021 Meijer LPGA Classic Bringing World’s Top Golfers Back To Michigan
The 2021 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will draw the world’s best golfers to Grand Rapids, Michigan, with early commitments from top LPGA players, including defending champion Brooke Henderson. Former champions Lexi Thompson, Sei Young Kim and Mirim Lee will join Henderson in the field, alongside the other big names on tour. The field was finalized May 24 for the 2021 Meijer LPGA […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
New Saker ShopRite Opens In Wall Township, New Jersey
Saker ShopRites opened its newest store on May 19 – the ShopRite of 18th Avenue and Route 35, in Wall Township in Monmouth County, New Jersey, home to generations of the Saker family and their ShopRite stores. The state-of-the-art, 71,500-square-foot ShopRite supermarket is located at 1732 State Highway Route 35. “We are very proud to continue […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Whole Foods Market Names Winners Of Ninth Annual Supplier Awards
Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market recognized 42 local, regional and national suppliers in May as part of the company’s ninth-annual Supplier Awards. Award recipients span all product categories and were selected by Whole Foods Market leaders, category experts and buyers who work closely with suppliers every day. “It is Whole Foods Market’s honor to celebrate […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Amazon Fresh, National, Whole Foods
Double Total Company Net Income With Halo Merchandising
Sponsored content Halo Merchandising can provide retailers the opportunity to double company net income. The Halo Effect is caused by consumer behavior. Grocery consumers buy full meals, not individual items. Fully understanding the Halo Effect and more importantly realizing its potential benefits requires sophisticated AI technology and automation. The Halo Effect should be understood and […]