Jacksonville, Florida-based Acosta has announced its 2023 predictions, identifying several opportunities and challenges for brands and retailers to reach their consumer as they navigate a dynamic and uncertain marketplace. “The economic challenges of the past year will continue to impact consumer behavior in 2023, providing overarching context for what shoppers most care about and how they […]
Category: Southeast
The Shelby Report of the Southeast covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
Posted inHarris Teeter, Food Industry Hall of Fame, Retailer of the Year, Southeast, Woman Executive of the Year
Harris Teeter Named Southeast Retailer Of The Year
Matthews, North Carolina-based Harris Teeter has been named The Shelby Report of the Southeast’s Retailer of the Year. In addition, President Tammy DeBoer was awarded Female Executive of the Year and past president Rod Antolock was inducted into the Food Industry Hall of Fame. “We are honored to be named Retailer of the Year – […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
FFP To Highlight Portfolio At IPPE Expo In Atlanta
Florida Food Products Inc., a formulator and producer of vegetable and fruit-based clean label ingredient solutions, will highlight its portfolio Jan. 24-26 during the International Production and Processing Expo in Atlanta, Georgia. Attendees are invited to visit FFP’s booth No. BC9419 to discover how to ditch synthetic ingredients in meat and poultry products with FFP’s […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Opens New Store In Pembroke Pines, FL
Publix Super Markets has opened a new store Jan. 12 at Pines market in Pembroke Pines, Florida. The 23,168-square-foot store offers departments for grocery, dairy, frozen food, seafood, meat and fresh produce, as well as a full-service bakery, deli and pharmacy. “We are excited to welcome our customers to their new store in Pembroke Pines […]
Posted inCenter Store, Amazon Fresh, Southeast, Whole Foods
Dan-O’s Seasoning Expands Distribution To New Retailers
Louisville, Kentucky-based Dan-O’s Seasoning is expanding its distribution through an agreement with Tops Friendly Markets across the nation, as well as Wegmans, Weis Markets, Stop & Shop and Price Chopper in the Northeast, pushing the brand into more than 10,000 retail stores. Dan-O’s Seasoning is a blend of low-sodium, all-natural, sugar-free and non-GMO herbs and spices […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Lowes Foods Announces Five New Stores In Carolinas
Lowes Foods is continuing to grow its presence in the Carolinas. In addition to the site in Pittsboro, North Carolina, that is scheduled to open later this year, there are four new locations: Concord and Kannapolis in North Carolina and Indian Land and Aiken in South Carolina. “We’re excited to be building additional Lowes Foods […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Kapi Kapi Growers Hires Business Development Manager
Miami, Florida-based Kapi Kapi Growers, a producer of pineapples and bananas, has hired Wendy O’Brien to help further the company’s U.S. and North American business expansion. O’Brien has more than 20 years of experience in fresh produce sales and marketing. In addition to garnering new business with retail, foodservice, wholesale and processing contacts, she will also work […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Produce News, Southeast
Green Life Farms Expands Distribution To 280 Publix Locations
Lake Worth, Florida-based Green Life Farms has expanded distribution to more than 280 Publix stores in the Tampa and Fort Myers area. Green Life Farms serves 270 Publix locations in South Florida. With 13 farms planned in the Southeast U.S., the company will continue to expand its sales territory with a variety of retailers as it grows. […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
G&R Farms Invests In Packing Line With Upgraded Equipment
Glennville, Georgia-based G&R Farms has installed a new grading and packing line. The project has been in the works for eight years and is expected to be in full operation in March. The new grading equipment is more precise, maximizing packing efficiency and product quality almost 80 percent faster. It optimizes accuracy in sizing and provides processing, […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southeast
Flavorman Predicts 2023 Beverage Trends
Louisville, Kentucky-based Flavorman is predicting what the beverage industry can expect to see in 2023. Flavorman experts expect more beverages in 2023 to include pineapple, mango and grapefruit, with elderflower and lavender providing a balanced blend of flavors. Last year, Flavorman predicted beverage market trends like the return of classic flavors, such as cherry, watermelon and […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
Swaggerty’s Farm Receives AA Grade In BRC Standards
Kodak, Tennessee-based Swaggerty’s Farm scored the highest AA Certification in BRC Global Food Safety standards. Founded in 1930 by Lonas Swaggerty, Swaggerty’s Farm is a family-owned and -operated sausage company in East Tennessee that has consistently cultivated a culture of food safety. There are various national, third-party and food safety risk assessment standards to abide by, but […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southeast
Greene Concepts Provides Update On Hydration Tracking App
Marion, North Carolina-based Greene Concepts and Metatron have announced additional information regarding the new hydration application that was shared in a joint press release in October. Metatron is developing the hydration app for Greene Concepts. It enables consumers to log their water intake and encouraging people to drink water regularly until they reach their recommended daily water […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
Believer Meats Breaks Ground On Production Facility
Israel-based Believer Meats broke ground Dec. 7 on its first U.S. commercial facility in Wilson, North Carolina. Once operational, the 200,000-square-foot facility will be the one of the largest cultivated meat production centers with the capacity to produce at least 10,000 metric tons of product, without the need to slaughter a single animal. “Our facility propels Believer […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion Recognized For Workplace Diversity By Newsweek
Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion has been recognized by Newsweek as one of “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.” Food Lion, an omnichannel retailer with 82,000 employees serving communities across 10 states, has a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where workers have a sense of belonging. Founded in 1957, Food Lion is a company of Ahold […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Southeast
Plum Market Opens New Store In Aventura, FL
Plum Market, a grocer promoting organic and locally sourced food and essentials, has opened at 17801 Biscayne Blvd. in Aventura, Florida, and will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. on Jan. 13. During the official grand opening day, the first 100 guests to spend $100 will receive a limited-edition tote bag filled with free items. […]
Posted inMarketing News, Southeast
Riteway Sales And Marketing Announces New Carolina Director
Lakeland, Florida-based Riteway Sales and Marketing has named Jamie Mann as director of the company’s Carolina office. Mann will head the expansion into the Carolina market, bringing a suite of tools and services to the area. He had previously been part of Riteway’s South Carolina sales team. “We are highly confident that Jamie will be […]
Posted inProduce News, Albertsons, Southeast
Fresh Express Celebrates New Year With Intentions Challenge
Orlando, Florida-based Fresh Express is celebrating the new year with its annual Fresh Intentions Challenge, an online and social campaign. For the fourth consecutive year, Fresh Express invites consumers to commit to the 30-day challenge and share their progress for a chance to win prizes. The company offers more than 100 varieties of salads – from leafy […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
AppHarvest Appoints Industry Veteran As COO
Morehead, Kentucky-based AppHarvest has named one of its board members, Tony Martin, as chief operating officer, effective immediately. Martin will retain his board seat, and as COO, he will lead efforts to optimize production and revenue across the AppHarvest four-farm network that includes 165 acres under glass. “I expect Tony’s extensive background in controlled environment […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
AppHarvest Completes Leaseback Deal For Kentucky Farm
AppHarvest has finalized the sale-leaseback of its indoor leafy greens farm in Berea, Kentucky, for more than $127 million and has opened its 60-acre high-tech indoor farm in Richmond, Kentucky. AppHarvest has entered an agreement with Mastronardi Berea, a joint venture between Mastronardi Produce and COFRA Holding, for the sale-leaseback of its Berea indoor farm […]
Posted inCenter Store, Southeast
Mars Acquires Whole-Fruit Snacking Brand Trü Frü
McLean, Virginia-based Mars Inc. has signed an agreement to acquire Trü Frü, a whole-fruit snacking brand, from its founders and management team. Trü Frü’s snacks are made from real fruit and are covered in chocolate. The snacks are available in a frozen and shelf-stable format. The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals and expected to […]