by Anthony Presley/guest columnist, chief products officer of Truno We don’t often think of the grocery industry in terms of rapid shifts in either consumer behavior or technology. Consumer demands and expectations evolve naturally over time, and grocers adopt technologies to keep pace with those expectations. But recent events, namely, the appearance and spread of […]
Category: COVID News
COVID-19 NEWS
This is an unprecedented time in our history. As the COVID-19 crisis unfolds, we at The Shelby Report are committed to keeping you informed of the latest news and developments in the food manufacturing, distribution and retail channels, which are so vital to the survival of communities across our country and across the world. Read about recent developments here; we will continue to share stories as the fight against this global pandemic continues.
Posted inHealth & Wellness, COVID News, Home Page Slider, Nonfood Items, Southeast
Lidl Updates Customers On Its Covid-19 Safety Measures
Lidl, with its U.S. headquarters based in Arlington, Virginia, has issued an update informing its customers on how it is dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic, saying that the health and safety of its team and its customers is top priority. The company is working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to ensure […]
Posted inHealth & Wellness, COVID News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
SEG Pays Grocery Bill For Thousands Of Community Heroes
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Bi-Lo, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, rewarded thousands of customers with free groceries during Monday night’s healthcare professionals and first responders shopping hour. The community heroes shopping in all Bi-Lo, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie stores throughout seven […]
Posted inHealth & Wellness, COVID News, Home Page Slider, National, Nonfood Items
Covid Whistleblower Lawsuits Heating Up: What Industries Need To Know
Covid-19-related lawsuits are being filed nationwide, according to Kent Schmidt, a partner in the international law firm Dorsey & Whitney in its Southern California office, who specializes in business litigation. In an effort to detect trends in litigation and advise clients on how to prepare accordingly, Schmidt has been following these cases as they are […]
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Albertsons, COVID News, Home Page Slider, National, Online Grocery Technology
Instacart Launches New Customer Product Features To Speed Up Service
Instacart has launched two new product features designed to speed up service and unlock more delivery windows as demand for grocery delivery continues to surge in North America. The new features—”Fast & Flexible” and “Order Ahead”—which the company has been testing over the last few weeks, increase delivery availability for customers across North America and provide more choice […]
Posted inHealth & Wellness, COVID News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, West
Foster Farms Donates 2M+ Servings Of Poultry To Hunger Relief
Livingston, California-based Foster Farms is partnering with food banks to help provide more than 2 million meals to families impacted by the economic consequences of Covid-19. In the coming days, the family-owned company will actively contribute to hunger relief efforts, delivering much needed protein to food banks and community organizations on the West Coast as […]
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NFRA Gives Update About Covid-19 Effect On Industry
The National Frozen and Refrigerated Foods Association has issued a letter to its members on how the Covid-19 pandemic is affecting the industry. NFRA President and CEO H.V. ”Skip” Shaw Jr. said during his 35 years as a part of the association he can’t recall a “more challenging or disorienting stretch of days,” adding that […]
Posted inHealth & Wellness, COVID News, Grocery Industry, Home Page Slider, Northeast
The Giant Co. Strengthens Social Distancing Measures In Stores
The Giant Co. will limit the number of customers in its stores as part of ongoing efforts to support social distancing practices and provide a safe shopping environment for both customers and employees. Starting Monday, April 13, the Carlisle, Pennsylvania, company will limit the number of customers who may be in a store at one time. […]