Barilla, the world’s No. 1 pasta brand, has announced the nationwide availability of its new line of microwaveable meals—single servings of pasta and sauce that are ready to eat after just 60 seconds in the microwave. They deliver the Italian taste and quality people have come to expect from Barilla in a shelf stable and […]
Category: Albertsons
Albertsons traces its roots back to its founding in 1939 by Joe Albertson in Boise, Idaho. With a commitment to providing quality products and exceptional service, Albertsons quickly gained popularity. Over the years, the company expanded its presence and, as of 2023, operates over 2000 locations across 34 states and the District of Columbia.
Albertsons prides itself on providing an array of exclusive and specialty items. From artisanal cheeses and locally sourced organic produce to proprietary brands offering high-quality and innovative choices, they are a haven for those seeking distinct and premium products. The supermarket chain prioritizes customer satisfaction, offering a variety of services and products to meet the diverse needs of its shoppers. Albertsons has evolved to embrace modern shopping trends while maintaining its commitment to quality and affordability. By acting on their vision of community engagement and customer loyalty, the company continues to be a leading player in the grocery retail industry.
Today, Albertsons serves as one of 20 banners under Albertsons Companies, and operates 2200 stores in 34 states including California, Texas, Nevada and the District of Columbia. Additional banners include Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carrs, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci’s Food Lovers Market.
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Former Meijer Exec Holt Replacing Van Helden at Supervalu
Pete Van Helden, EVP of retail operations, will leave Supervalu this spring. The Eden Prairie, Minn.-based company said in a new release that the decision was “mutually beneficial” and that it “comes at the right time … as the company continues to implement its business transformation strategy. “Pete has been a passionate leader of our […]
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Frankly Fresh Introduces Hummus Cocktails & Smoothies
Frankly Fresh™, a Cedarlane® Natural Foods company, is revolutionizing hummus dips with a combination of fresh, unconventional flavors and all-natural ingredients. The brand is introducing Hummus Cocktails & Hummus Smoothies—garden-fresh, healthy, flavor-packed party dips—to an increasing number of grocers just in time for spring break, summer pool parties and more. Four flavors of Frankly Fresh’s […]
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Albertsons Pulling Out Of Florida; Keeping Pinellas Stores
Albertsons is mostly pulling out of Florida, closing all but four stores and shuttering a distribution center in Plant City, the Tampa Bay Business Journal reports. Three stores in Sarasota and Manatee counties will close. Stores in Clearwater and Largo will remain open. Albertsons, based in Boise, Idaho, has struggled to remain profitable during the […]
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2012 Oregon Profile: Grocery Industry Remains Competitive Despite State’s Flat Economy
[gn_note color=”#66cc66″] The 2012 Oregon Profile originally ran in the April 2012 edition of The Shelby Report of the West. The profile will be published on theshelbyreport.com one month after it has run in print. [/gn_note] by Kristen Cloud/staff writer The pace of the economic recovery in Oregon is on par with much of the […]
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Supervalu Expands Sustainable Seafood Program
Building on its current commitment to sustainably source wild-caught seafood, Supervalu Inc., one of the nation’s largest grocery retailers, has announced a significant expansion of the company’s seafood sustainability program. Specifically, Supervalu has entered into a partnership with the Global Aquaculture Alliance (GAA) to implement a new, comprehensive procurement policy to ensure sustainable sourcing of […]
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2012 Southern California Profile: Supervalu’s Klug Talks Hyper-Local, Diversity
[gn_note color=”#66cc66″] The 2012 Southern California Profile originally ran in the March 2012 edition of The Shelby Report of the West. The profile will be published on theshelbyreport.com one month after it has run in print. [/gn_note] The marketplace is constantly evolving, and nowhere is that more evident than in Southern California. Sue Klug, president […]
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2012 Southern California Profile: Competition as Strong as Ever
[gn_note color=”#66cc66″] The 2012 Southern California Profile originally ran in the March 2012 edition of The Shelby Report of the West. The profile will be published on theshelbyreport.com one month after it has run in print. [/gn_note] by Kristen Cloud/staff writer There’s no question that Southern California is a comÂpetitive market, perhaps one of the […]