Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) is donating $11 million to more than 300 local food banks and other nonprofits, including 39 Feeding America partner food banks. This donation is part of Publix Super Markets’ annual Publix Serves Week focusing on feeding neighbors in need. These funds will help support organizations, including weekend backpack programs, food […]
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Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Crystal Valley Foods Celebrates 30th Anniversary In Produce Industry
Crystal Valley Foods is celebrating its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of service to the produce industry. Since its inception in 1994, Crystal Valley Foods provides premium-quality fruits and vegetables to customers across North America. Established in Miami, Florida, Crystal Valley Foods has grown into a recognized specialty supplier, serving retail, foodservice and wholesale markets. […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Southeast
Bay Food Brokerage Purchases Tampa Office Building
Bay Food Brokerage, a retail food brokerage company, has purchased an office building in Tampa’s Westshore Business District for $4.3 million. At 11,975 square feet, the two-story property at 5201 W Laurel Street will double the size of Bay Food’s current office space on Memorial Highway in Tampa. “We’ve been on a fairly steep growth […]
Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Southeast
Milo’s, Altium Packaging Open On-Site Bottle Blowing Facility
Milo’s Tea Co., along with its supplier Altium Packaging LLC, opened a new packaging manufacturing operation adjacent to Milo’s original manufacturing and distribution center in Bessemer, Alabama. Milo’s bottle blowing facility began full operations during the summer, creating 35 new jobs, and formally opened its doors on Sept. 4 with an on-site ribbon-cutting ceremony. At […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Save A Lot, Southeast
Save A Lot To Open Converted Store Sept. 18 In Martin, TN
Save A Lot will hold a grand opening Sept. 18 for a converted store at 145 Commons Drive in Martin, Tennessee. “We are excited to bring the Save A Lot banner to Martin residents,” said Nick Flippin, VP of operations for E.W. James Group. “We believe this community deserves high quality food at a value […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
The Fresh Market Expands Florida Footprint With Store In Seminole
The Fresh Market held a grand opening Sept. 13 for its new store at 7774 113th St. N in the Seminole City Center in Seminole, Florida. Spanning 24,597 square feet, the store offers a range of fresh produce, premium meats, seafood, bakery items and local Florida products. Customers can enjoy ready-to-eat meals, such as in-house […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Amazon Fresh, Association News, Southeast, The Kroger Co., Whole Foods
Attracting Workers Remains Challenge For Grocers Across Kentucky
Labor continues to be one of the biggest challenges facing the commonwealth’s grocers, according to Tod Griffin, executive director of the Kentucky Grocers & Convenience Store Association. “The one constant theme is they cannot find enough workers, especially in those skilled areas such as meat cutters and drivers to transport goods,” Griffin said. “They have […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Retailer of the Year, Southeast
‘Proud To Be An Omnichannel Retailer,’ Food Lion Delivers Value To Shoppers
Food Lion, a grocery store chain with a presence in 10 Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern states, makes continuous enhancements to meet the evolving needs of its customers. Greg Finchum, EVP of retail operations for the grocer, which is The Shelby Report’s 2024 Southeast Retailer of the Year, outlined the focus on being a leading omnichannel retailer […]