Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, The Kroger Co., West

Albertsons Cos. Shares Board Of Director Changes

Albertsons Cos. and its board of directors elected Jim Donald as the sole independent chair of the board, effective Oct. 24. The board also appointed Stephen Feinberg for the term expiring at the company’s 2025 annual meeting of stockholders. Cerberus Capital Management L.P. designated Feinberg to the board in accordance with the Stockholders Agreement dated […]

Posted inAssociation News, Festival Foods, Market Profile, Midwest

WGA Optimistic For Wisconsin Grocery Industry Despite Lingering Challenges

The Wisconsin Grocers Association (WGA) is reporting a positive outlook for the state’s grocery industry, despite ongoing challenges such as workforce shortages, rising costs and increasing competition. According to Mike Semmann, president and CEO of the WGA, the Wisconsin economy remains surprisingly stable, with the state seeing higher collection numbers and a rebound in workforce interest […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Meijer, West, Whole Foods

Bumble Bee Seafoods Adds 11 New Items To Product Line

San Diego-based Bumble Bee Seafoods has added 11 new products to its line of canned, pouched and kit-based seafood products. “Everything we create is driven by what consumers value most – nutrition, flavor and convenience that fits into real life,” said Jeremy Zavoral, senior director of innovation and insights, Bumble Bee Seafoods. “Our goal is to […]

Posted inBeverage News, Amazon Fresh, Feature, West, Whole Foods

Commitment To Quality, Consistency Key to Gaviña Coffee Co.’s Success

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, The Shelby Report of the West recently visited with Lisette Gaviña Lopez, a fourth-generation coffee roaster at her family’s business, Vernon, California-based Gaviña Coffee Company. Company history For those unfamiliar with Gaviña Coffee Company, can you provide a brief overview of the company’s history?  The Gaviña coffee legacy began […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest

The United Family Begins Fundraising For Relief Efforts In Roswell, NM

The United Family began a new donate-at-the-register campaign Oct. 25 to raise funds for disaster relief following the impacts of severe flooding in Roswell, New Mexico. The campaign, which United kicked off with a lead gift of $10,000, will run through Oct. 31, with all proceeds benefitting recovery efforts in Roswell. Customers can add a […]

Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Center Store, Midwest

AWG Brands Updates Seasoning Category With New Flavors, Packaging

AWG Brands, the private labels of Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. (AWG), has refreshed its offerings in the salt, seasoning and spice category. With a focus on innovation, variety and enhanced customer experience, the new assortment is set to boost sales and meet the diverse needs of shoppers.  “The latest innovations from AWG Brands […]

Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, SpartanNash

SpartanNash Begins Fundraiser To Fight Hunger

SpartanNash has launched its eighth annual fundraiser to support food pantries across the Midwest during the holiday season. Through Nov. 3, SpartanNash’s campaign aims to raise $300,000 for hunger relief, with 100 percent of donations staying in the communities where they are collected in Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Customers can contribute by donating $0.50, $1, $5 or $10 when checking out at […]

Posted inProduce News, Food City, Southeast

Food City’s Bilbrey Named Produce Manager Of The Year

Dusty Bilbrey, produce manager for the Food City in Sevierville, Tennessee, was named the International Fresh Produce Association’s Produce Manager of the Year grand-prize winner. Bilbrey received the award earlier this month at the IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta, Georgia. IFPA annually hosts the Retail Produce Manager Awards, recognizing the top 20 produce […]