In a deal involving two West Michigan-based companies, HyVida Brands Inc., maker of hydrogen-infused sparkling waters, has expanded its Midwest retail footprint with Meijer. “Meijer was quick to identify HyVida as more than a hydrogen infused beverage, but also as a healthier sparkling water to support Meijer’s commitment (to provide) innovative, healthy options at its […]
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The Shelby Report of the Midwest covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
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Schnucks Expands Curbside Pickup, Adds Rewards Points
Schnuck Markets’ customers now can earn reward points on delivery orders delivered to a home or business, as well as on curbside pickup orders. Schnucks Rewards pays customers back for their purchases by providing 10 rewards points for every dollar spent. After earning 1,000 points, the customer will be rewarded with $2 off a future […]
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Penske Logistics Opens New Distribution Center To Serve The Kroger Co.
Penske Logistics celebrated the grand opening of its new 606,000-s.f. build-to-suit standard freezer/cooler distribution center in Romulus, Michigan, on June 4. The new facility is responsible for bringing more than 400 new jobs to the region and was opened to serve the food distribution needs of its customer, The Kroger Co. of Michigan. “Our new distribution center to serve […]
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Serious Bean Co. Launches New Flavor For Grilling Season
After success with four introductory flavors, Serious Bean Co. has launched its newest twist on baked beans—Southern Mustard-Q BBQ beans. “Craft sauces are hot right now, especially those representing particular regional profiles,” said Joe Auchter, research and development director at Serious Bean Co. “Mustard-based sauce traditional to South Carolina is a delightful contrast to the more […]
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Prairie Farms Dairy Introduces Single-Serve-Size Flavored Milk
Prairie Farms Dairy has introduced new single serve 14-oz. milk flavors to the marketplace. The new single-size flavors are designed for longer shelf life and visual appeal. Sales trends show that consumers prefer the convenience of smaller packaging and multiple flavor options. “We know consumers want products that offer quality and convenience for fast-paced lifestyles,” […]
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Peapod Collaborates With Food Writer Mark Bittman On Meal Kits
Chicago-based Peapod has a new meal kit collaboration with Mark Bittman, one of the country’s best-known, most prolific food writers. Peapod is making it easy for customers to get some of Bittman’s newest meals on the table by highlighting several of his new cookbook’s recipes in shoppable, click-to-cart format recipes as well as an exclusive […]
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Pep Talk Sparkling Water Continues U.S. Expansion
Pep Talk, a naturally-flavored, naturally caffeinated sparkling water, continues to expand its retail footprint throughout the U.S. The Minnesota-based brand is expanding into 100 H-E-B stores in Texas, and will be in UNFI warehouse-supplied stores in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. It also will be sold in all The Fresh Market locations. Pep […]
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Kroger, Higi Providing Smart Health Stations to Roundy’s Shoppers
Chicago-based higi, a consumer health engagement platform which partners with retailers to enable care access points via a connected network of smart health stations, has expanded its relationship with The Kroger Co., whose Roundy’s Supermarkets will now offer higi smart health stations as a resource to all consumers who visit their stores. Higi stations offer […]
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Trolli Most Innovative New Product At Sweets & Snacks Expo
Ferrara Candy Co. received two Most Innovative New Product Awards for its Trolli candy at the National Confectioners Association‘s 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago, Illinois. Trolli Sour Brite Crunchy Crawlers won Best in Show Most Innovative Product Award and Trolli Sour Brite Candy Corn won Most Innovative New Product Award for seasonal. “Trolli […]
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Casey’s Redesigns Website To Make It Easier To Order Pizza
Casey’s General Stores has debuted a new and improved Caseys.com, with a refreshed design and enhancements to the online ordering system, designed to make it easier to order Casey’s pizza. “Our customers love Casey’s pizza, and we wanted to make it even easier for them to order online,” said Art Sebastian, VP of digital experiences […]
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Kellogg Co. Names Two New Grocery VPs; Rolling Out New Cereal
Kellogg Co. has announced the promotion of two of its longstanding and experienced sales leaders. Carrie Sander has been promoted to VP-national accounts-grocery, and Shane Sgambelluri has been promoted to VP-regional accounts-grocery. Sander has a variety of experience in different sales channels and regions during her 17 years with Kellogg. She most recently served as […]
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Michigan’s New Holland Spirits Introduces Lake Life Vodka
New Holland Spirits of Holland, Michigan, is introducing a new brand, Lake Life Vodka, inspired by Michiganders’ connection to the inland and Great Lakes. Lake Life Vodka is available at grocers and select independent retailers throughout the state at a suggested retail price of $19.99 per 750 milliliter bottle. Fans can also enjoy the new […]
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Minnesota’s UV Vodka Introduces UVGO Sparkling Cocktail
In time for the summer season, UV Vodka has entered the ready-to-drink cocktail category with its UVGO sparkling cocktail. Made with UV Vodka, UVGO sparkling cocktail contains natural flavors, 5% ABV and fewer than 150 calories per 12-oz. can. “Our consumers want great tasting, convenient options to satisfy their busy lifestyles. Now they can have […]
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Despite Prolonged Winter, Michigan Asparagus Season Underway
The Michigan asparagus season is now underway, it was announced in mid-May, and the vegetable is being shipped to stores on schedule. When late season blizzards dropped six inches of snow on asparagus fields, anxious consumers wondered if that would lead to delays in the highly anticipated Michigan asparagus season. While snows in April and […]
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Illinois’ Marcoot Jersey Creamery Launches Extreme Ice Frozen Treat
In time for National Dairy Month in June, Greenville, Illinois-based Marcoot Jersey Creamery has launched its new frozen treat, Marcoot Extreme Ice. Marcoot Extreme Ice contains crushed fruit and fresh sweet cream whey. Flavors are Strawberry, Mango and Strawberry Banana, with more coming soon. “After we began making cheese, we found ourselves with an excess […]
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Family Fare ‘Keeping It Real’ As Part Of New Branding Promises
SpartanNash invested $18.3 million in 18 Family Fare stores in Michigan as part of its new “Keeping it Real” brand promises. Family Fare is keeping it real for store guests, with five brand promises: keeping it real local; keeping it real with value beyond price; keeping it real with affordable wellness; keeping it real socially […]
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Snack Pack Launches New Dragon Treasure Pudding Cups
Snack Pack has announced the launch of its Dragon Treasure pudding cups. Mythical creatures have taken pop culture by storm in recent years and interest in dragons continues to rise. Featuring a fruity flavor, Dragon Treasure pudding cups come in green and red colors. Each six-pack of gluten-free pudding cups comes with temporary dragon-themed tattoos […]
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Pre Brands Hires Kevin Ponticelli As CEO To Oversee Expansion
Chicago, Illinois-based Pre Brands has hired Kevin Ponticelli as CEO. Ponticelli brings more than 30 years of diverse consumer packaged goods experience across sales, marketing and strategy. “Pre aligns perfectly with consumer trends, tastes terrific and is winning in the market,” Ponticelli said. “Everyone in our organization is committed to scaling the business successfully as […]
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Kroger And Lindsay Goldberg Form PearlRock Partners
The Kroger Co. and private investment firm Lindsay Goldberg have formed PearlRock Partners, a new platform that will identify, invest in and help grow the next generation of leading consumer product brands. PearlRock Partners will be one of the largest data-driven investment vehicles focused on consumer brands. The platform will be a part of Kroger’s […]
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Yesway Super-Swipes Offers Prizes, Giveaways Through June 25
Yesway invites customers to #SayYesToWinning with Yesway Super-Swipes for a chance to win free gas for one year or one of thousands of other free-for-a-year and instant prizes. Des Moines, Iowa-based Yesway is a convenience store chain with locations in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Dakota and Wyoming. One Yesway Rewards […]