Golden State Foods, one of the largest diversified suppliers to the foodservice and retail industries, has promoted Ryan Hammer to corporate SVP and president of Quality Custom Distribution (QCD). From QCD’s Frisco, Texas headquarters, Hammer will continue overseeing all aspects of the QCD logistics business and now will assume responsibility for GSF’s Liquid Products North America (LPNA) sales team. “Ryan […]
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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 inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, West
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. Announces Net Sales Increase In Q3
Emeryville, Califorinia-based Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. has announced financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2020 ended Sept. 26. Net sales increased by 17.1 percent to $764.1 million from $652.5 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2019; comparable store sales increased by 9.1 percent compared to a 5.8 percent increase in the same period […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Latest News, Southeast
SEPC Reschedules Southern Exposure to Q2 2021
The Southeast Produce Council has just announced that Southern Exposure, which was scheduled to be held Feb. 25-27, 2021, will now take place April 6-8, following Easter Sunday. This strategic decision was carefully made by the SEPC Executive Committee to ensure that retailer and foodservice members are able to join the event. “When presented with […]
Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, National
NCA Welcomes New CFO, Membership And Meetings VP
The National Confectioners Association has welcomed two new staff members: Steve McCroddan joins as CFO and Kyle Jordan joins as VP of membership and meetings. McCroddan brings more than 20 years of association experience to his new role at NCA. Previously, he served as the CFO of both the Consumer Brands Association (formerly Grocery Manufacturers […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, West, Whole Foods
Amazon Fresh Store Opens In Northridge, California
A new Amazon Fresh Store has opened in Northridge, California, at 19340 Rinalid St. Store hours are 7 a.m.-10 p.m. daily, with 7-8 a.m. reserved for customers who are 60 years or older, those with disabilities and those whom the CDC defines as high risk. The approximately 30,000-square-foot store features a wide assortment of national […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Tyson Foods Announces Global Forest Protection Standard
Tyson Foods has announced a Forest Protection Standard focused on reducing deforestation risk in its global supply chain of four commodities – cattle and beef; soy; palm oil; and pulp, paper and packaging. Earlier this year, Tyson Foods partnered with Proforest to conduct a deforestation risk assessment. The assessment concluded that nearly 94 percent of the company’s […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, National
Beef, Poultry Sales Remain Strong, See Increase Due To Pandemic
Anne-Marie Roerink, president of 210 Analytics, recently talked with The Shelby Report in a Q&A format about how prices and sales of beef and poultry have changed over the past three years and specifically the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on these categories. Latest 52 Weeks Ending 10-04-20 Dollar Sales %Change vs YA Dollar Sales […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Latest News, National
September Brought Continued Gains For Meat Alternative Sales
by Anne-Marie Roerink / president, 210 Analytics The pandemic prompted many changes in meal preparation. Some consumers stressed healthful eating whereas others fell back in more conservative eating patterns. Recipe searches hit new records as shoppers were experimenting with new proteins whether by choice or due to out-of stocks. Throughout all these changes, plant-based meat […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
SEG Debuts Four New Winn-Dixie Stores In Florida
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers, parent company and home of BI-LO, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, celebrated the grand opening on Nov. 11 of four new Florida Winn-Dixie stores located in Boynton Beach, Gainesville, Jacksonville and Lakewood Ranch. In recognition of Veterans Day, all SEG stores offered an 11 percent discount for […]
Posted inMeijer, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer Prepares For Unprecedented Holiday Shopping Season
As customers prepare for an unusual holiday season, Meijer is offering increased safety and convenience measures to ensure a better experience for everyone. “This holiday season will be different for many customers, so we are pleased to make adjustments that will provide additional flexibility, while allowing them to enjoy all we have to offer,” said […]
Posted inNonfood Items, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Southeast, Whole Foods
Rubbermaid Brilliance Glass Containers Arrive In Time For Thanksgiving
Rubbermaid Inc., the maker of innovative, solution-based food storage and organization products, is introducing the latest addition to its line of Brilliance plastic food storage containers – Rubbermaid Brilliance Glass. Built for storage and presentation, and with new glass bases that can withstand oven temperatures up to 450°F, Brilliance Glass containers are a solution for refrigerator storage […]
Posted in, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Tom Thumb Opens Deep Ellum Location In Dallas, Texas
Tom Thumb has opened its newest location in the Deep Ellum area of Dallas, Texas. The grocery store is located at 2727 Live Oak St. The 56,000-square-foot store is tailored to the Deep Ellum customer and has just more than 300 associates. “Tom Thumb is proud to continue to serve North Texas with our newest […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Food Lion To Offer 10% Veterans Day Discount For Military Personnel
Food Lion stores will offer a 10 percent discount on Veterans Day – Wednesday, Nov. 11 – to active and retired military personnel to show its appreciation for neighbors who are serving or have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. To receive the discount, active military, veterans and their families should present their MVP card, […]
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Alani Nu Partners With Target For National Launch In Over 1,800 Stores
Louisville, Kentucky-based Alani Nu, a supplement, health and nutrition company, is debuting its energy drinks in Target stores across the nation. With 200 mg of caffeine and 10 calories per 12-oz. slim can, Alani Nu’s energy drinks are also known for their innovative flavor options, modern branding and quality formulations. “Our expansion into Target stores […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
ARS Opens New Stores In Brooklyn, Re-Opens Two Supermarkets
Iselin, New Jersey-based Allegiance Retail Services (ARS) has opened its two newest stores in Brooklyn, New York, and has re-opened two existing Foodtown stores in the New York/New Jersey area. Two Gristedes supermarkets in Manhattan also recently celebrated their grand re-openings. The Park Slope Foodtown, located at 409 5th Ave., celebrated its grand opening on […]
Posted inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Maxwell House Partners With Operation Finally Home
This Veteran’s Day, Maxwell House is partnering with Operation Finally Home by donating $200,000 to build mortgage-free homes for veterans in need over the next two years. Just like Maxwell House, Operation Finally Home is dedicated to supporting our nation’s military heroes and their families. The partnership will kick off this fall in Fernandina Beach near Jacksonville, Florida, […]
Posted inInternational Foods, Home Page Slider, West
Tamale Season Has Begun At Vallarta Supermarkets
Tamale season has officially begun at California-based grocer Vallarta Supermarkets. The demand for tamales, a staple for all Latino holiday gatherings, skyrockets from November to January. Vallarta sells almost 3 million tamales annually during the holiday season alone. Vallarta meets the demand by stocking many varieties of tamales and masa, including fillings that range from […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Brookshire Grocery Co. Hosts 39th Annual Spirit Of Christmas Food Drive
Brookshire Grocery Co.’s 39th annual Spirit of Christmas Food Drive is underway with the goal to help thousands of people in need, throughout the almost 150 communities served by BGC stores. Through Dec. 18, all Brookshire’s, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market and Fresh by Brookshire’s stores will collect donations of non-perishable food items to be […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
The Giant Co. Donates Record 10,000 Turkeys This Thanksgiving
The Giant Co., based in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, is donating 10,000 turkeys in advance of Thanksgiving, marking a record donation for this annual holiday season tradition. Bringing the true meaning of the company’s new brand platform For Today’s Table to life, turkeys will be donated to 28 partner food banks across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, West
Mercato Hires Three New Executive Team Members
Mercato, the online grocery e-commerce platform for independently owned grocery and specialty food stores, has hired three new executive team members. Jeffrey Bishop-Hill has been named VP of operations, Mike Durand has been named VP of sales, and Leo Zhu has been named VP of product. “We’re incredibly excited to welcome these talented leaders to the Mercato team. Each of these […]