Applied Data Corporation, a provider of fresh item management technology for grocery and convenience stores, has entered into an agreement to acquire ShopperKit Inc., the first enterprise-class software built for e-commerce retail fulfillment. The acquisition is a strategic addition to the ADC portfolio and the company says it will result in ADC becoming a leading software […]
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 inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Mann Packing Co. Adds Fifth Facility To Lineup Of West Coast Operations
Mann Packing Co. Inc., a subsidiary of Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A. and one of the largest suppliers of packaged vegetables in North America, is opening its new facility in Gonzales, California. Joining a lineup of facilities in Salinas, California; Chualar, California; Delhi, California; and Yuma, Arizona, the new facility will allow Mann Packing to […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Southern Glazer’s Appoints Tim Anderson To SVP Of Kansas And Iowa
Miami, Florida-based Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has appointed Tim Anderson to the role of SVP and general manager of Kansas and Iowa, effective immediately. Anderson, who will continue to report directly to Scott Westerman, the EVP of the North Central Sub Region, will be responsible for the company’s performance in both states. He adds […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Southeast, Whole Foods
PB2 Launches Industry First Crunchy Powdered Peanut Butter
In yet another first for the peanut butter market, PB2 Foods, the Tifton, Georgia-based pioneer of powdered peanut butter, has launched its newest innovation: PB2 Crunchy Powdered Peanut Butter. “Finally, health-conscious peanut butter lovers who prefer crunchy over creamy no longer have to pick a side,” said Craig Entwistle, CEO of PB2 Foods. Like other offerings in the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Winn-Dixie Celebrates Mardi Gras Traditions With Community Partnerships
Winn-Dixie has launched two partnerships to celebrate the unique culture and special traditions of Mardi Gras as the state faces modified 2021 activations as a precautionary safety measure. Winn-Dixie is partnering with Ochsner Hospital for Children and Zulu Social Aid & Pleasure Club, two diverse local organizations committed to serving the Louisiana community. Winn-Dixie is […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Latest News, Southeast
Smithfield Foods’ Organ Appoints New Executive Leadership Team
Smithfield Foods has announced new executive leadership appointments following Dennis Organ’s recent assumption of the president and CEO role. “These key leaders represent decades of collective company and industry expertise. It is a testament to our depth and strength at Smithfield that such talented individuals are within our ranks,” Organ said. “Building on our guiding principles of responsibility, operational excellence and […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, COVID News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Publix, Florida Department Of Health To Provide COVID-19 Vaccination
At a recent press conference, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a collaboration between Publix and the Florida Department of Health to distribute approximately 15,000 doses of the Moderna COVID‑19 vaccine to customers ages 65 and older. The vaccination will initially be available at 22 stores in Citrus, Hernando and Marion counties. “It’s our privilege to […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Southeast
NCR Is A Leading SaaS Provider In Retail, According To IHL
NCR Corp., a provider of retail solutions that run the store, is among the top providers of Worldwide Unified Commerce SaaS and Software and SaaS for the retail industry, according to the Unified Commerce Market Research Report conducted by the IHL Retail Executive Advisory Program (REAP). The IHL rankings highlight NCR’s industry accomplishments in the face of an increasingly […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Hitchcock’s Markets Roll Out Nutrition Incentives In North Central Florida
Hitchcock’s Markets has partnered with the Fresh Access Bucks (FAB) program in Florida, under the non-profit Feeding Florida food bank network, to offer nutrition incentives. The FAB program has partnered with farmers markets in Florida since 2013 to give Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) customers a discount on fruits and vegetables through nutrition incentives with funding from […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Southeast
ECRS Honors Essential Retailers With Holiday Donation
ECRS is honoring the essential retailers who made sacrifices this year and who continue to serve their communities through the pandemic. Because of these brave men and women, local grocery stores, pharmacies, convenience stores and many other establishments keep their doors open and support their customers. On behalf of their bravery and humility, ECRS has pledged […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Halo Healthy Tribes Products Work With Many Diets
Halo Healthy Tribes is a family of easy-to-use, vegan, mainly keto and gluten-free friendly food and drink brands that make it possible for anyone to eat healthier. With options for baking and on-the-go eating, Halo Healthy Tribes has the ability to appeal to consumers looking to spot convenient, healthy and tasty options easily. Halo Healthy Tribes […]
Posted inPackaging News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Mars Introduces Recycled Content Into Pet Food Packaging
McLean, Virginia-based Mars Inc. says it will incorporate recycled polypropylene plastic into the primary packaging for some of its popular pet food brands. For Mars, this marks an important step in its efforts to reduce virgin plastics use across its packaging portfolio, to do its part to build a circular economy where no packaging becomes […]
Posted inShelby Originals, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Southeast, Whole Foods
Market Profile: COVID-19 Struck And So Did Fresh 3Bros Stroopwafels
Unsurprisingly, the biggest challenge for Fayetteville, Georgia-based 3Bros Stroopwafels was generating sales during a time of uncertainty – the COVID-19 outbreak. “In March, we had just finished building our commercial bakery in Fayetteville,” said Leslie Vliegen, who owns 3Bros with husband Guido. “We entered the market at a particularly difficult time. Fortunately, our stroopwafels are […]
Posted inShelby Originals, Home Page Slider, Southeast, The Kroger Co.
Market Profile: Great American Cobbler Co. Helps Farmers Sell Crops
by Mary Margaret Stewart / staff writer The Great American Cobbler Co. – a majority woman-owned, family-owned, American-owned cobbler and pot pie business – is new to Homerville, Georgia. But it’s not new to the state – actually, far from it. Member/manager of GACC Russ Goodman is a seventh-generation South Georgia blueberry farmer. One of […]
Posted inShelby Originals, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Market Profile: KJ’s Markets Grows With Help Of State Group, Sister Store
by Mary Margaret Stewart / staff writer KJ’s Markets began in 2006. One location at a time, the grocer has built 18 stores in Georgia and South Carolina. Operating in two states, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, has been easier with the help of the Georgia Food Industry Association and the Carolinas Food Industry Council. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Shelby Originals, Southeast
Market Profile: Reynolds Foodliner Team ‘Wants To Get It Done’
Asked what he believes sets Reynolds Foodliner apart from its competitors, President Tom Coogle proclaimed it the “easiest question anyone has ever asked me.” “It is our people,” he continued. “We have got a team that wants to get it done. And I think the reason we built that is because we’re focused on bettering […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Shelby Originals, Southeast
Market Profile: Food Depot Content To ‘Expand By Opportunities’
by Mary Margaret Stewart / staff writer The year 2021 will mark EVP of Food Depot Jamey Leseueur’s 40th year with the company. He started in high school, worked through college and never left. “I’ve loved every minute of it,” he said. Asked what’s kept him there, he said he enjoys the dynamics. “This industry, […]
Posted inShelby Originals, Home Page Slider, Online Grocery Technology, Southeast
Acosta Exec: Shopping Experience ‘Redefined With Lasting Impact’
Seamless integration of in-store and online likely by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer As part of January’s technology and e-commerce feature, The Shelby Report interviewed Shauna Bowen with the Jacksonville, Florida-based Acosta for insight into the ever-growing importance of e-commerce and technology in the grocery industry. What is your title with Acosta? Briefly describe your history and […]
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ECRS’ Unified Experience Keeps It Ahead Of Changing Landscape
Company’s software is based on best practices, not customization by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer Peter Catoe founded ECRS in 1989. Thirty-something years later, he remains the president. While a lot has changed with technology in the grocery business during that time, his strategy has remained the same. “We consider ourselves a transaction company, and we […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., COVID News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Kroger Partners Present $75,000 To Atlanta Community Food Bank
Kroger partners have presented a total of $75,000 to the Atlanta Community Food Bank. The funds for the donations were raised through sales promotions with a percentage donated to local charities. The donation was made at a check presentation ceremony earlier this week. “Hunger in the United States has grown significantly this year – now […]