Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. has brought back its Private Selection Harvest Apple line, a limited edition private label of autumn-inspired products. Available for a limited time, products can be shopped in-store only. “Private Selection’s Harvest Apple quickly became a customer favorite in its debut year and we are thrilled to return this classic flavor with even more products […]
Category: Midwest
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.
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, International Foods, Midwest
Meijer Highlights Products, Businesses For Hispanic Heritage Month
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer is highlighting a collection of grocery brands, home goods, assorted gifts and clothing to promote Hispanic-owned businesses and celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of their communities. Through Oct. 15, Meijer shoppers can learn more about and purchase a variety of featured grocery and general […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Midwest
Kellogg Co. To Separate Into Two Companies: Kellanova, WK Kellogg Co.
Battle Creek, Michigan-based Kellogg Co. and its board of directors have approved the separation into two independent, publicly traded companies – Kellanova and WK Kellogg Co. The announcement was first shared in March. Upon completion of the separation on Oct. 2, Kellogg Co. will be renamed Kellanova and will continue to trade on the New York […]
Posted inHarps Food Stores, Executive News, Independent Store News, Midwest
Harps Food Stores Promotes Breshears, Lee
Springdale, Arkansas-based Harps Food Stores Inc. has promoted two executives, Dakota Breshears and Travis Lee, to new positions. Breshears has been promoted to VP of meat and seafood. Breshears’ journey with Harps began in 2004, when he joined the team in Springdale. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in biology, he joined the Harps’ manager […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Midwest
Hostess Brands To Be Acquired By J.M. Smucker Co.
Lenexa, Kansas-based Hostess Brands Inc. has entered into an agreement with Orrville, Ohio-based The J.M. Smucker Co. to acquire Hostess Brands in a cash and stock transaction valued at $34.25 per Hostess Brands share, representing a transaction value of about $5.6 billion, including the assumption of debt. The transaction includes the Hostess Brands sweet baked […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
Hiland Dairy Earns Top Honors At 2023 World Dairy Product Awards
Hiland Dairy’s Norman, Oklahoma, plant has earned the Grade A Grand Champion Award for its 2 percent white milk at the 2023 World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest. Hiland’s 2 percent white milk beat other dairy products like dips, sour cream, yogurt and cottage cheese to win the Grade A Grand Champion. The national […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
US Foods Appoints Ha As EVP, General Counsel
Rosemont, Illinois-based US Foods Holding Corp. has named Martha Ha as EVP and general counsel, effective Sept. 25. She will report to Dave Flitman, CEO, as a member of the executive leadership team. “After an extensive and thoughtful search, I am thrilled to welcome Martha Ha to US Foods and our executive leadership team,” Flitman said. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Health & Wellness, Midwest
Hy-Vee Marks Family Meals, Hispanic Heritage Months
Hy-Vee is partnering with FMI – The Food Industry Association to celebrate National Family Meals Month in September with a focus on nutrition and building family relationships. In addition, the company is observing Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs Sept. 15-Oct. 15. Throughout the month, Hy-Vee will recognize both occasions by providing tools and resources to […]
Posted inExecutive News, Amazon Fresh, Merchandising News, Midwest, Whole Foods, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Elevates Morgan To EVP, CMO
Citing his leadership skills, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has promoted Bennett Morgan to EVP and chief merchandising officer. Morgan, who joined SpartanNash in January 2022 as SVP and chief merchandising officer, leads fresh, center store and pharmacy merchandising, pricing, promotions and category and master data management. “Bennett’s leadership has advanced our capabilities in merchandising and […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
SpartanNash Will Tap AI To Predict Demand, Decrease Waste
SpartanNash is expanding its use of Upshop’s Magic AI inventory and replenishment optimization application to consolidate its ordering systems, maintain planogram integrity and help with merchandising reset planning in center store and produce. The system also provides store employees with a real-time view of stock to maximize assortment, while at the same time reducing waste. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, Midwest
Feeding The Community An Obligation For Buche Foods
Making sure no one in South Dakota goes hungry is not just a passion for RF Buche. He considers it a moral obligation. It’s why the fourth-generation president of the GF Buche Co. – which operates Buche Foods supermarkets and Gus Stop convenience stores among its retail ventures – strives to make it easier for folks […]
Posted inProduce News, Midwest
Caruso USA Donates 75K Pounds Of Produce For Labor Day
Caruso USA is commemorating the Labor Day holiday by donating 75,600 pounds of fresh corn and potatoes to area food banks. The Sharonville, Ohio-based fresh food provider is giving away 33,000 pounds of sweet potatoes and gold potatoes to Freestore Foodbank in Cincinnati, and 26,600 pounds of sweet corn and 16,000 sweet potatoes to Last […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Celebrates Hunger Action Month With Donation Campaign
Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co.’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation has begun its annual Hunger Action Month Campaign, giving customers the option to round up at the register and donate to their local food bank. Feeding America’s Hunger Action Month is an annual nationwide event to spread awareness and encourage consumers and corporate chains, such as […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, Midwest
Tony’s Fresh Market Unveils Billboard For IWS Family Health
Tony’s Fresh Market, in conjunction with its charitable arm – Tony’s Charitable Foundation, has unveiled a digital billboard donated to Infant Welfare Society (IWS) Family Health to support and advance the services it offers. The unveiling ceremony took place on Aug. 21 at IWS Family Health at 3600 W. Fullerton Ave. in Chicago, which is […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Fareway Opens Meat Market In Kansas City, MO
Fareway Stores Inc. has opened a new 8,700-square-foot Meat Market at 8606 NE 85th St. in Kansas City, Missouri. The Kansas City location will offer a full-service butcher counter and to-go barbecue meal options through McGonigle’s Kitchen and Catering. These services also are offered at the 79th and Ward Parkway and Olathe, Kansas locations. Traditional […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Fareway Cuts Ribbon To Open New LeClaire Store
Fareway Stores Inc. hosted a ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony Aug. 29 for its store in LeClaire, Iowa. The grocer renovated the 18,000-square-foot former Slagle’s store at 1301 Eagle Ridge Road. “We are excited to join and serve the community of LeClaire,” said CEO Reynolds W. Cramer. “We want to thank the community and […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Promotes Tufts To VP, Human Resources
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has promoted Derek Tufts to VP of human resources. Tufts was hired in 2019 as director of human resources for the retail segment and was promoted to senior director, human resources of corporate and retail in 2022. In his new role, he will play a key role in coaching senior leaders and developing HR […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
Schnucks Receives Google Cloud Customer Of Year Award
St. Louis-based Schnucks Markets has received the 2023 Google Cloud Customer of the Year Award in two categories – retail industry and social impact. Schnucks was recognized for its achievements utilizing the Google Cloud ecosystem, helping customers excel in retail operations and community engagement. “The Google Cloud Customer Awards are an opportunity to recognize the […]
Posted inLipari Foods, Executive News, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Lipari Foods Names Gordon As CFO
Warren, Michigan-based Lipari Foods has named Zachary “Zac” Gordon as CFO. He will succeed Dave Littleson, who announced his retirement earlier this year. In this role, Gordon’s leadership and insights will bolster the financial operations and play a role in navigating the strategic direction focused on company growth. “Zac is a proven finance executive and […]
Posted inProduce News, Midwest
Hy-Vee Employee Wins National Retail Produce Manager Award
Greg Kimmel, a 38-year veteran of West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee and the produce manager at the Utica Ridge Hy-Vee in Davenport, Iowa, has won the Retail Produce Manager Award from the International Fresh Produce Association. Kimmel is one of 15 produce experts being nationally recognized by IFPA for the creative merchandising techniques he brings to […]