Houchens Food Group’s Store Manager Appreciation Awards events continued in August for both Food Giant divisions. Events were held in Biloxi and Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and Dothan, Alabama. A luncheon was held Aug. 15 at Doubletree by Hilton in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Special speakers included Stephanie Reid from Shelby Publishing, Shane Allison from Alliance Retail Group and […]
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Posted inBeverage News, Amazon Fresh, Feature, West, Whole Foods
Commitment To Quality, Consistency Key to Gaviña Coffee Co.’s Success
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, The Shelby Report of the West recently visited with Lisette Gaviña Lopez, a fourth-generation coffee roaster at her family’s business, Vernon, California-based Gaviña Coffee Company. Company history For those unfamiliar with Gaviña Coffee Company, can you provide a brief overview of the company’s history? The Gaviña coffee legacy began […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Feature, Midwest
STF Committed To Positive, Supportive Environment For Diverse Workforce
Seaboard Triumph Foods, a joint venture between Seaboard Foods and Triumph Foods, recently marked its seventh anniversary of operations in Sioux City, Iowa. The state-of-the-art STF pork processing facility has become a cornerstone of the local economy, as it is the largest employer in the city. STF processes about 22,000 hogs per day, producing a […]
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Seaboard Triumph Foods’ Media Tour Highlights Connected Food System
Seaboard Foods, a leading pork processor, recently hosted a media tour of its Seaboard Triumph Foods processing facility in Sioux City, Iowa. The tour was followed by a question-and-answer session with company executives. STF is a joint venture of Seaboard Foods and Triumph Foods. Before entering the processing facility floor, those on the tour were […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Feature, Southeast
Houchens Food Group Honors Food Giant Store Managers In Dothan, AL
Houchens Food Group’s Store Manager Appreciation Awards events continued in August for both Food Giant divisions. Events were held in Biloxi and Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and Dothan, Alabama. A luncheon was held Aug. 27 at Spring Hill Suites in Dothan, Alabama. Special speakers included Stephanie Reid from Shelby Publishing, Shane Allison from Alliance Retail Group and […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Feature, Midwest
Seaboard Foods Showcases Iowa Sow Farm Operations
Seaboard Foods, a leading pork producer, has been building its connected food system since the early 1990s. The company recently hosted a tour for industry media of one of its 98 sow farms. A farm located outside of Sioux City, Iowa, provided participants a glimpse into the company’s operations, highlighting its commitment to animal welfare […]
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Houchens Food Group Honors Food Giant Store Managers In Biloxi
Houchens Food Group’s Store Manager Appreciation Awards events continued in August for its Food Giant divisions. Events were held in Biloxi and Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and Dothan, Alabama. On Aug. 14, a luncheon was held at Pier 44 Restaurant in Biloxi, Mississippi. Special speakers included Stephanie Reid from Shelby Publishing, Shane Allison from Alliance Retail Group […]
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Powered By ‘Ice For Good’ Mission, Lux Ice Expanding Retail Reach
Lux Ice, a provider of premium craft ice, is making waves in the beverage industry with its unique product offerings and commitment to quality. Founded in 2020, the company has expanded its reach across the United States, partnering with major retailers and foodservice establishments. CEO Michael Crouse recently shared the company’s journey and its mission […]