Chicago-based Hometown Food Co. has completed the acquisition of Birch Benders from Sovos Brands. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 2011, Colorado-based Birch Benders’ offers a portfolio of keto, paleo and organic options that are sold at grocery and mass retailers, as well as through e-commerce channels. It products include pancake and waffle mixes, toaster […]
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 inBeverage News, Executive News, Midwest
Muscato Named CEO Of Country Pure Foods
Akron, Ohio-based Country Pure Foods, a manufacturer of juice, plant-based beverages and frozen novelty products, has announced the appointment of Tony Muscato as its CEO, succeeding Ray Lee. Lee is retiring after more than three decades but will remain an advisor to the company. Muscato’s career spans more than 30 years within the food industry. He […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Ingles Markets, Midwest
Hy-Vee Pharmacies Offer Low-Cost Insulin, Free Shingles Vaccine
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee has announced that Medicare Part D beneficiaries are able to access reduced-cost monthly insulin supplies and free Shingrix vaccines at pharmacy locations, as outlined in the recent Inflation Reduction Act, which went into effect Jan. 1. Insulin out-of-pocket cap Under the Inflation Reduction Act, Medicare Part D beneficiaries who take insulin will […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Health Introduces New Brand Campaign
Cincinnati-based Kroger Health has unveiled its new brand campaign, “A World of Care is In-Store.” The campaign focuses on the ways customers can take advantage of the wide variety of expert and credible health services conveniently available to them in their hometown grocery store. “‘A World of Care Is In-Store’ speaks to [our mission],” said […]
Posted inKeHE Distributors, Executive News, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
KeHE Names Conklin As President, CEO
Naperville, Illinois based KeHE Distributors has announced that Deb Conklin will become its president and CEO on April 1, when Brandon Barnholt will move into the executive chairman role. The change in executive leadership, which KeHE said is the result of a planned succession process, comes after Barnholt has helped lead the company through a time of growth […]
Posted inCenter Store, Executive News, Midwest
J.M. Smucker Co. Names Scheidler As SVP, General Manager
Orrville, Ohio-based J.M. Smucker Co. has appointed Rebecca Scheidler as SVP and general manager, consumer foods, effective Jan. 16. Scheidler assumes the role from Tina Floyd, who will step down Jan. 13 to pursue an opportunity as CEO for Hudsonville Ice Cream. “Tina has been an integral part of our company and infused passion and strategic vision into the consumer foods business,” said John […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
SpartanNash Acquires Great Lakes Foods
SpartanNash has acquired Great Lakes Foods, an independent grocery wholesaler, including its 300,000-square-foot distribution center in Menominee, Michigan. The warehouse serves about 100 independent grocery customers across the Midwest and employs 125 workers. SpartanNash will continue to employ the Great Lakes Foods team while investing in capital and IT updates to the facility and expanding […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Grocery-Anchored Shopping Center Purchased By Private Investor
A private investor has purchased a 112,005-square-foot Hy-Vee-anchored shopping center in Omaha, Nebraska. The sale was executed by Hanley Investment Group, a real estate brokerage and advisory firm who represented the seller, Woodsonia Real Estate. The sale price was $17.2 million. Applewood Centre was built in 1989 on 12.81 acres at 9707-9765 Q St. Hy-Vee has […]
Posted inProduce News, Midwest
Wholesale Produce Supply Acquires Bandwagon Brokerage
Minneapolis-based Wholesale Produce Supply, a fresh produce logistics and inventory management solutions provider, has acquired Bandwagon Brokerage, a specialty produce company. The acquisition will allow both companies to grow by broadening the portfolio of products and services they offer to customers, as well as by broadening their customer bases. Bandwagon’s founder, owner and president, Dennis Berman, […]
Posted inHy-Vee, Independent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee To Host Best Of Local Brands Summit March 1
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee will host its next quarterly Best of Local Brands Summit in March to expand and enhance the product offerings at its more than 285 retail stores in Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Since the Best of Local Brands summit began in early 2021, more than 125 new […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest
Schnucks Expands Flexforce Employment Option In Midwest
St. Louis, Missouri-based Schnuck Markets is expanding its Flexforce employment option to additional locations in Illinois, Indiana and Missouri. Schnucks Flexforce employees can optimize work schedules by selecting shifts and store locations that best fit their personal schedules while creating opportunities for growth and learning at a pace determined by the worker. Flexforce teammates are able […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
TriMas Achieves Food Safety Production Certification
TriMas has announced that its packaging facility in Hamilton, Indiana, has met the requirements of Food Safety Certification FSSC 22000, a criteria for current and prospective food and beverage customers. It is one of the standards of the Global Food Safety Initiative certification in food safety quality management systems. “We are very proud of all […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
Post Holdings Promotes Mainer, Zadoks To Executive Positions
St. Louis-based Post Holdings has announced two promotions. Matt Mainer was promoted to the position of SVP, CFO and treasurer. Jeff Zadoks was promoted as EVP and COO. The two executives will serve on Post’s executive management team, reporting to Robert V. Vitale, Post’s president and CEO. Mainer’s role as treasurer will continue with the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee Dietitians To Offer 1K Free Vitamin D Screenings
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee is offering events in January to help people get a jumpstart on their health goals. Its team of registered dietitians will offer 1,000 free Vitamin D screenings at nearly 60 stores throughout Hy-Vee’s eight-state region. Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that helps support strong bones, facilitate normal immune function and aid […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Neighborhood Fresh Finalizes Sale Of Company
Neighborhood Fresh recently completed the sale of the company to an employee stock ownership plan. Neighborhood Fresh is a local grocery store in Northeastern Indiana, with four locations in Gas City, North Manchester, Syracuse and North Webster. It offers in-store services that include bakery, deli, lottery, custom cake decorating, a large selection of beer and wine […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
U.S. Foods Donates $13M During 2022 Annual Campaigns
Rosemont, Illinois-based U.S. Foods Holding Corp. announced that it has donated about $13 million in food and supplies through its 2022 annual corporate hunger-relief campaigns. Since 2007, the company has donated more than 165 million pounds of food and supplies to aid community hunger-relief efforts. “As a national foodservice distributor, U.S. Foods is positioned to make […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
Butter Buds Releases New White Paper Highlighting Demand
Racine, Wisconsin-based Butter Buds recently released a new white paper, Real Dairy for Real Results. The download provides insight into the demand for real dairy products, amid the rise in popularity of dairy alternatives with shoppers. It also includes information on how Butter Buds’ clean label solutions can help manufacturers overcome challenges related to real […]
Posted inProduce News, Midwest
Plant Agricultural Systems Acquires MightyVine
MightyVine, a glasshouse tomato producer in Rochelle, Illinois, is being acquired by Plant Agricultural Systems, an infrastructure service provider delivering infrastructure to support localized fresh produce demand in all regions. “Plant and MightyVine share a common goal of providing consumers with access to the highest quality produce available,” said Jim Murphy, founder of MightyVine. “Additionally, we believe […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
SpartanNash Donates $400K To Food Pantries Nationwide
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash recently raised $313,000 through in-store fundraising efforts and has pledged additional money to make a donation of $400,000 to help fight food insecurity. During the fundraisers, shoppers were able to make donations at checkout or through SpartanNash’s Fast Lane program. Leadership teams at each store were invited to select a recipient community food pantry, […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest
CARE, Cargill Support Women In Agriculture During Hunger Crisis
Minneapolis-based Cargill and CARE are expanding their partnership to improve the lives and economic development of smallholder farmers and entrepreneurs focusing on women, with Cargill pledging $14 million over the next three years. The goal is to drive impact and build resiliency for rural agricultural communities globally as the world faces a growing hunger crisis. For more than […]