Hershey is keeping its focus on consumer demand with a lineup of new innovations across confections, snacks and better-for-you products. Lindsay McCabe, manager of corporate communications and brand PR for Hershey, recently spoke with The Shelby Report about some new offerings from the company. “One area that we were missing within our confection space was […]
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Aldi Partners With Uber Eats To Launch Nationwide Grocery Delivery
Uber Technologies and Aldi have teamed up to make the grocer’s offerings available on Uber Eats for the first time, bringing on-demand delivery to more than 2,500 locations nationwide. The partnership allows shoppers to order Aldi-exclusive products – including fresh produce, organic meats, bakery items, wine and seasonal favorites – through the Uber Eats app. […]
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KeHE Distributors, Sprouts Farmers Market Extend Partnership
KeHE Distributors has announced a 10-year extension of its distribution agreement with Sprouts Farmers Market. “Together, we’ve built a foundation of mutual success that has powered remarkable growth for both organizations,” said Scott Widtfeldt, EVP of sales at KeHE. “This extension positions both KeHE and Sprouts to accelerate innovation, enhance efficiency and unlock new opportunities […]
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Aldi Debuts Largest Packaging Rebrand To Date
Aldi is debuting its largest packaging refresh to date, putting its name on every product and launching a namesake brand to make its private labels more recognizable. In response to customer feedback, Aldi-exclusives will carry the Aldi brand or a bold “an Aldi Original” endorsement. New packaging is being rolled out to store shelves. Over […]
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Kroger Precision Marketing Expands Managed-Service Capabilities
Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM), powered by 84.51°, has launched a suite of new managed-service offsite programmatic capabilities. An in-house team will activate across programmatic audio, programmatic CTV and dynamic creative optimization (DCO) for display. The move comes as more brands are applying purchase-based audiences across streaming media. However, KPM noted, many mid-sized consumer packaged goods […]
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Ahold Delhaize USA Unites For Company-Wide Fall Day Of Service
Ahold Delhaize USA held its biannual Fall Day of Service on Sept. 19, with employees across seven states supporting various efforts aimed at addressing food insecurity. “Each year, our Fall Day of Service reminds us of the power of coming together to make a meaningful difference,” said Christy Phillips-Brown, VP of communications at Ahold Delhaize […]
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Godshall’s Quality Meats Introduces New Chicken Bacon
Godshall’s Quality Meats has launched a new innovation, Godshall’s Chicken Bacon, made from premium whole muscle chicken and smoked in Godshall’s smokehouse. Chicken bacon debuted in August at Lowes Foods in the Carolinas. The distribution is expanding to more than 200 Acme and Safeway locations across the Mid-Atlantic in September and additional retail stores later […]
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The Kroger Co. Introduces Simple Truth Protein Product Line
The Kroger Co. has launched Simple Truth Protein products, a new line that includes more than 80 protein-packed affordable meals and snacks that are free from unwanted ingredients, such as artificial colors, flavors and preservatives. “Simple Truth Protein is Kroger’s largest product expansion for the brand yet, designed to support customers who are prioritizing wellness […]