Gary Beall and Rusty Phillips have teamed up with experts in the produce industry to accelerate the growth of San Marcos, Texas-based Nabaco Inc. Nabaco manufactures a revolutionary safe and edible coating, called NatuWrap, that extends the shelf life of produce. The patented, sustainable NatuWrap coating keeps moisture in, while keeping oxygen and unwanted microorganisms out. The odorless, […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Sam’s Club Celebrates Independence Day With $8 Membership Offer
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Sam’s Club is offering its club membership for less than a fourth of the everyday price, for a limited time, and offering members savings on seasonal merchandise. According to the warehouse retailer’s recent survey, approximately 70 percent of its members are planning to attend or host a cookout or gathering to celebrate Independence Day […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Southwest
Pod Foods Adds Sprouts Farmers Market To Distribution Network
Austin, Texas-based Pod Foods has added Sprouts Farmers Market to its distribution channel and has begun to make its first deliveries in the Southeast. Pod Foods will provide 130 Sprouts stores with access to its virtual warehouse of emerging CPG brands, so the retailer can circumvent supply chain delays and get the products its customers want on […]
Posted inWomen of Influence, Southwest
The Shelby Report Of The Southwest Honors 36 Women of Influence
The Shelby Report of the Southwest presents its annual tribute to Women of Influence in the food industry. This year’s slate of 36 honorees ranges from presidents to VPs to managers, directors and supervisors. Whether they’ve worked there decades or just a few months, these women are making an impact at their companies. Throughout this section, […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southwest
Rocky Mountain High Brands’ Launches Pediatric Electrolyte Flavors
Plano, Texas-based Rocky Mountain High Brands Inc. has announced a leading operator of discount variety stores will now carry the company’s Great Choice’s pediatric electrolyte grape and fruit flavors in 16.9 oz bottles. The drinks are on shelves in stores throughout the country and will soon be available in more chain locations this summer. This […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Walmart Plans To Expand Fulfillment Network With New Facilities
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart has announced its plans to build new fulfillment centers in McCordsville, Indiana; Greencastle, Pennsylvania; Lancaster, Texas; and Joliet, Illinois. The 2.2 million-square-foot facility in Indiana will be located at 5259 W. 500 N. and is set to open spring 2023. The 1.5 million-square-foot facility in Pennsylvania will be located at 1915 Ebberts […]
Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Southwest
Symphony RetailAI Finds Space Solutions Top Of Mind For Retailers
Dallas-based Symphony RetailAI announced the findings of its commissioned executive survey, “Retailers’ Views of Modern Planning Tools & Solutions,” conducted by RSR Research. A majority of respondents indicated that matters related to space planning are important amidst unprecedented retail upheaval. Macro space planning was cited by 72 percent of respondents as critical, with assortment optimization at […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Walmart Names Finalists From 2022 Open Call Event
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart has made its selections for the ninth annual Open Call event. With nearly 1,200 small and mid-sized business owners receiving official invitations, this year’s registrants mark the largest group selected to participate in the two-day event, set for June 28-29. Finalists represent all 50 states, including the District of Columbia, with nearly 60 percent of […]