Posted inYear In Review - 2020, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Online Grocery Technology

NORTHEAST: Stop & Shop Notifies Customers Of Potential Data Security Issue

Stop & Shop says it recently discovered a potential data security issue at five store locations in New Jersey, Connecticut and Massachusetts. Illegal skimming devices known as “shimmers” were identified as part of routine security scans at these locations. Stop & Shop took immediate action to remove the devices and review store video surveillance in […]

Posted inHealth & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Rocky Mountain High Brands Makes Officer And Director Changes

Dallas-based Rocky Mountain High Brands, a company specializing in health and wellness products, made the following changes to the company’s slate of officers and directors. David M. Seeberger has been named president and CEO. Michael Welch remains chairman of the board and has been named chief operating officer. Charles (“Chuck”) Smith has been re-elected to […]

Posted inSupply Chain News, Home Page Slider, National

CBA Asks Commerce Dept. To Take Lead In Creating Supply Chain Index

As states prepare to reopen across the country, the Consumer Brands Association (CBA) has called on Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross to prioritize supply chain performance and resiliency by developing a National Supply Chain Index and Performance Dashboard. “Perhaps no time in history has highlighted the degree to which supply chains shape the health and well-being […]

Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Natural Grocers To Open 41st Colorado Store On May 20

Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers, the nation’s largest family-operated natural and organic grocery retailer, will open its 41st Colorado market on Wednesday, May 20. The store, located at 18741 Green Valley Ranch Blvd. in Denver, is in a district that has been working to bring more fresh produce and grocery choices to the area for years. It will kick off opening […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, West

Online Shopping Now Available Through Rosie At All Lin’s Locations

Lin’s Marketplace stores now offer online shopping at all seven of its locations in Cedar City, Richfield, St. George, Price, Hurricane, East St. George, Utah, and the latest in Overton, Nevada. The local retailer expanded online services to meet the increasing demand of online shopping, making grocery shopping more accessible than ever.   Customers can download the Rosie app or visit […]

Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, Northeast

NJFC’s Doherty, NJ Food Industry Leaders Named To Governor’s Council

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has named New Jersey Food Council (NJFC) President and CEO Linda Doherty to the Governor’s Restart and Recovery Advisory Council as the state’s nine major industries kick-start the economy this week. “As we take the nascent steps needed to return to economic vibrancy, I am eager to highlight the perspective […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Quirch Foods Acquires Tennessee-Based Food Distributor, Butts Foods

Coral Gables, Florida-based Quirch Foods LLC, has acquired Butts Foods, an industry leader in fresh protein distribution since 1935. Butts operates five distribution facilities throughout Tennessee, Alabama and Mississippi. This is the first acquisition for Quirch and represents the company’s commitment to further expanding its geographic footprint following its recent distribution center opening in Greensboro, North […]

Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, West

Calavo Growers Appoints Kevin Manion As Chief Financial Officer

Santa Paula, California-based Calavo Growers, a global avocado-industry leader, has appointed Kevin Manion, chief financial officer.  “We are delighted to welcome Kevin Manion as our new CFO,” said CEO James E. Gibson. “Kevin has held senior financial leadership roles at several major food companies and has three decades of financial management, capital markets and operational […]