Houston, Texas-based Brighter Bites has partnered with DoorDash through its Project DASH initiative to increase fresh produce accessibility to children and their families in New York City, Houston and Washington D.C. Through this partnership, DoorDash’s Project DASH makes it possible for families facing transportation barriers to participate in the Brighter Bites program. DoorDash drivers will go to select enrolled […]
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Posted inProduce News, Albertsons, Southwest
TIPA Welcomes Three Produce Industry Executives To Board
The Texas International Produce Association has added three industry executives to the TIPA Board of Directors. Travis Catalani is one of the executive leaders recently named to the board. Catalani began his career at B. Catalani 14 years ago and has grown up around produce his entire life. B. Catalani was founded in 1914 and […]
Posted inC-Store News, Southwest
7-Eleven Evolution Store Opens In Dallas, TX
Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven Inc. has announced the opening of its fifth Evolution Store in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and ninth in the country. Located at the corner of Preston Road and Alpha Road, this location has customizable beverage options, a cigar humidor and digital innovations in addition to Laredo Taco Company, a popular south Texas restaurant concept. Laredo Taco Company is famous for its […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Southwest
Sow Good Inc. Expands Production Capacity And Distribution
Irving, Texas-based Sow Good Inc. has announced its capital raise of $3.7 million, primarily for the construction of the company’s second and third freeze driers. The additional two freeze driers are necessary to increase Sow Good’s production capabilities and meet the anticipated demand from increased retail, direct-to-consumer and joint venture opportunities. The two additional freeze driers will be fully […]
Posted inCentral Market, Independent Store News, Southwest
Central Market Observes Pride Month With Products, Cooking Classes
In celebration of Pride Month, Dallas, Texas-based Central Market will offer a collection of Pride-themed products and cooking classes hosted by LGBTQ+ celebrity chefs. These products will be showcased at all Central Market locations throughout Pride Month, running through June 30. Pride Month virtual cooking classes will feature an exciting lineup of award-winning chefs, beginning […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southwest
Opopop Celebrates Anniversary With Limited Edition Birthday Big Bag
Denver, Colorado-based Opopop is celebrating its one-year anniversary in June with the launch of a limited edition Birthday Flavor Wrapped Kernels Birthday big bag and a week of giveaways with more than $1,000 worth of prizes for consumers to enjoy. The company said that it is redefining traditional popcorn with the invention of its Flavor Wrapped Kernels […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Ball Park Introduces Hot Dog Helmet With Social Media Giveaway
Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods and its brand, Ball Park, is introducing the Hot Dog Helmet in a giveaway for fans to enjoy their hot dogs. The limited-edition accessory is complete with holsters and containers to be filled with a fan’s favorite condiments. To kick off grilling season, the brand is giving away a limited quantity of […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southwest
Doritos, Stranger Things Partner For ‘Live From The Upside Down’ Concert
Plano, Texas-based Doritos is partnering with Netflix’s Stranger Things 4 to create a “Live From The Upside Down” virtual concert June 23. The Stranger Things story goes that back in 1986, a tour bus crashed near Hawkins, Indiana, headed to the Doritos Music Fest ’86. The musicians disappeared into another dimension and the show was canceled […]
Posted inNonfood Items, Southwest
Berger Receives ASA, BASF Soy Scholarship
Abby Berger of Jonesboro, Arkansas, is the recipient of the 2022-23 Soy Scholarship award, sponsored by BASF and the American Soybean Association. The ASA/BASF Soy Scholarship is a $5,000 award presented to a high school senior who excels in academics and in leadership roles and who plans to pursue a degree in an agriculture-related field […]
Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Southwest
Yesway Opens 3 Allsup’s Stores In Texas
Yesway celebrated the grand opening of three new Allsup’s-branded stores this month in Texas. The stores are located at 410 E. 11th St. in Friona; 1303 East 1st St. in Hereford; and 1590 Northwest Pkwy. in Azle. These are the latest in a previously announced series of rebuilds Yesway is undertaking within the Yesway and […]
Posted inC-Store News, Southwest
Buc-ee’s To Host Groundbreaking Ceremony June 7 In Johnstown, CO
Buc-ee’s will break ground on a new travel center June 7 in Johnstown, Colorado. The start of construction will be dedicated with a ceremony attended by local leaders. Located at 5201 Nugget Road, this location will be the first travel center in Colorado. It will occupy 74,000 square feet and offer 116 fueling positions just outside its store […]
Posted inH-E-B, Grocery Store Layout, Southwest
H-E-B Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony May 25 In Allen, TX
H-E-B held a groundbreaking celebration May 25 to mark the official start of construction on its newest store in Allen, Texas. Set to open in late summer 2023, the new store will be located at the corner of Exchange Parkway and State Highway 5, across the street from Allen High School. This will be the […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B To Provide Community Support In Response To Texas Tragedy
H-E-B will support its Texas community with a donation campaign through in-store and online grocery orders. On May 24, a shooter descended upon an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, taking more than 20 lives. As a member of the community, H-E-B stated that it is committed to support its partners and neighbors who have been […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Southwest
McLane Honors Former Military Employees For Memorial Day
Temple, Texas-based McLane Company Inc., a supply chain services firm, is observing Memorial Day by recognizing its former military employees. The company stated that it “has long understood the value of hiring former members of the military. With offices and distribution centers located near some of America’s largest military bases, McLane is well-positioned to recruit […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Grocery Store Equipment, Southwest
Walmart, Symbotic Expand Partnership For Automation System
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart has expanded its partnership with Symbotic, an A.I.-powered supply chain technology company, to implement its robotics and software automation platform in all 42 of Walmart’s regional distribution centers over the coming years. This is an expansion of Walmart’s prior commitment to deploy Symbotic Systems in 25 regional distribution centers. The robotics platform plays a role […]
Posted inCentral Market, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Central Market To Begin Carrying Del Pacifico Shrimp Burgers
Dallas, Texas-based Central Market has begun carrying Del Pacifico Wild Blue Mexican Shrimp Burgers. Del Pacifico Wild Blue Mexican Shrimp Burgers are made with sustainable wild-caught whole shrimp – not ground. The company states that chopping the shrimp by hand and adding black pepper, garlic and olive oil ensures consumers are getting the highest-quality seafood […]
Posted inH-E-B, Beverage News, Packaging News, Southwest
Stel+Mar Wines Expands Distribution To H-E-B Locations
Stel+Mar Wines has launched in the U.S. at H-E-B locations with a collection of wines. According to the 2022 State Of The Wine Industry Report, the under 40 demographic comprises approximately 72 million people in the U.S. As this demographic matures in age, palate and consumption tendencies, they are actively searching for brands that are aligned with […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Southwest
North Texas Food Bank To Host Taste Of The Cowboys Fundraiser
The North Texas Food Bank and the Dallas Cowboys will host the 18th annual “Taste of the Cowboys” fundraiser June 24. The event will be held at the Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters and practice facility, The Star, in Frisco and will feature Dallas Cowboys’ alumni players Chad Hennings and Preston Pearson. Country artists Jenna Paulette […]
Posted inCenter Store, Southwest
505 Southwestern Celebrates Anniversary With National Recipe Contest
Denver-based 505 Southwestern, a leading Hatch Valley flame-roasted green chile brand, is kicking off its 25th anniversary this year with a nationwide recipe contest. In 1997, 505 Southwestern jarred its first batch of Flame Roasted Hatch Valley Green Chile using three ingredients. Today, the brand offers more than 20 sauces and salsas made with the […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southwest
Lunchskins Expands Its Plastic Alternatives At Walmart Locations
Lunchskins is expanding its product lines in Walmart locations to scale the adoption of affordable household alternatives to single-use plastic bags and straws. The expansion comes at a critical time in light of data showing that the COVID-19 pandemic brought on a resurgence of plastic waste. The International Solid Waste Association reports that single-use plastic […]