Oklahoma City, Oklahoma-based Clubby Seltzers, a leading independent craft seltzer, has announced that it recently closed its Series A round of funding. The round was led by Lane Gibbs and Matt Whitaker, two of the founding partners, and a group of individual investors that included Cody Campbell and John Sellers (Double Eagle Seltzers Holdco). The […]
Category: Southwest
The Shelby Report of the Southwest covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Kroger Co. Foundation Named Sponsor Of ‘Future of Food’ SXSW Show
The Kroger Co. “Zero Hunger, Zero Waste” Foundation is bringing people together for conversations about food system innovation, inclusion and sustainability March 11-18 as the presenting sponsor for The Future of Food at SXSW in Austin, Texas. The foundation is working with partners Little Herds, Food Tank, The Cook’s Nook, the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America and We […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, International Foods, Southwest
Faire La Fête Increases Sales Thanks To Oklahoma Investors
First Growth Brands Inc. and its champagne brand Faire La Fête are growing fast, largely in part to early financial backing by Oklahoma-based investors. In 2018 and early 2019, a number of them saw potential in the brand and became early backers, while continuing their support through 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic. The beverage’s sales have […]
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Texas Fresh Food Brokers Hires Steen As Senior Business Manager
Lubbock, Texas-based Texas Fresh Food Brokers has hired Jason Steen, a long-time meat executive with the United Family of Stores, as senior business manager. Steen worked for United for 28 years in various positions, including one of his last roles as business manager of meat and seafood before moving over to the grocery team. “Jason’s reputation, […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Home Page Slider, Organic Natural, Southwest
Natural Grocers Celebrates Texas Independence Day, March 2
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers will celebrate Texas Independence Day on March 2 with discounts and free items. Customers at the company’s 25 stores across the state will receive a limited-edition, Texas-themed, reusable shopping bag and commemorative sticker, along with robust discounts on local brands. Shoppers can also enter to win a $100 Natural Grocers gift card and every store […]
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Natural Grocers Announces Second Annual ‘Celebrate Colorado’ Event
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers has announced its second annual “Celebrate Colorado” event on March 3. Customers at its 41 stores across the state will receive a free, Colorado-themed, limited-edition, reusable shopping bag and commemorative sticker, along with special discounts on local brands. Shoppers can also enter to win a $100 Natural Grocers Gift Card – one lucky winner will be announced […]
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Central Market Celebrates Women’s History Month With Product Spotlights
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Dallas, Texas-based Central Market will spotlight a collection of products from female-owned companies. These items will be showcased at all Central Market locations throughout Women’s History Month, running March 2-29. Central Market’s offerings include everything from wines and gourmet chocolates to meats and grocery items from female-owned companies. This celebration is a part of Central Market’s “Be […]
Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, Southwest
AFFI Concludes Frozen Food Convention in Dallas, TX
The American Frozen Food Institute has concluded its annual Frozen Food Convention “AFFI-CON” that brought together more than 1,100 industry executives representing nearly 500 companies in Dallas from Feb. 19-22. “From fruits and vegetables to entrees, pizza and pet food, frozen food is a staple for every member of the family,” said Alison Bodor, AFFI […]
Posted inH-E-B, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Accepting Applications For 2022 Quest For Texas Best Competition
San Antonio, Texas-based H-E-B has announced the company’s call for entries is now open for the 2022 Quest for Texas Best competition. Submissions will be accepted Feb. 23 through April 7 and qualified participants will compete for a combined $70,000 in cash prizes and the opportunity to feature their product on H-E-B shelves across the state. […]
Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, Produce News, Southwest
TIPA Announces McGillivray As Viva Fresh Expo Keynote Speaker
The Texas International Produce Association has announced that Dave McGillivray will be its TIPA 2022 Viva Fresh Expo keynote speaker April 21-23 at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas. McGillivray has served since 1988 as the technical and race director of the B.A.A. Boston Marathon. He is an athlete, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, philanthropist, […]
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Kroger And Kitchen United Open Kitchen Center In Houston, TX
Kroger and Kitchen United MIX have announced the opening of a kitchen center in The Heights neighborhood of Houston, Texas. Customers can order freshly prepared, on-demand meals from any or all participating restaurants. “Our customers know they can count on Kroger as a destination for the freshest meal solutions,” said Dan De La Rosa, Kroger’s group VP of […]
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Buc-ee’s Confirms Plans For New Travel Center In Johnstown, CO
Buc-ee’s is building its first travel center in Colorado. Planned for Johnstown, approximately one hour north of Denver, the new location is set to open in 2024. In addition to introducing the company to Colorado consumers, the Johnstown location marks the first expansion for Buc-ee’s outside of the South. Located south of Weld County Road 48 and west of I-25, this center […]
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Stryve Foods Completes Expansion Of Manufacturing Facility
Plano, Texas-based Stryve Foods Inc. shared details for boosting its manufacturing capacity of its Stryve Biltong and Vacadillos Carne Seca meat snack product lines. Leveraging the $35 million raised in a private placement transaction, Stryve has bolstered its primary manufacturing facility in Madill, Oklahoma and is planning to build and procure other facilities in 2022. Stryve is […]
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Kroger Expands Fulfillment Network To Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
The Kroger Co. has announced it will offer more customers delivery through the addition of a facility in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, powered by the Ocado Group. As a continuation of Kroger’s successful entry into Florida in 2021, Oklahoma will serve as a new geography for the company. “We’re excited to extend the Kroger fulfillment network to […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Mulay’s Celebrates Year Of Record Growth And Expanded Distribution
Longmont, Colorado-based Mulay’s Sausage, a female-owned and family-run premium sausage and meatball brand, experienced a year of unprecedented growth in 2021. This growth was driven in large part due to an expanded and diversified distribution footprint that is continuing into 2022. Remaining unchanged during this time of growth is Mulay’s commitment to produce “better-for-you” products sourced […]
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Majestic Organic Butter Debuts Nationally At Whole Foods Markets
Dallas, Texas-based Majestic Brand Diary debuted its new Majestic Brand Organic Butter nationally in Whole Foods Markets this month. Majestic Brand Butter sources high-quality cream only from U.S. dairy farmers who put cow care, milk quality and sustainability first. Majestic Brand Dairy produces organic butter using a slower, “old school” approach resulting in rich and creamy […]
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Van’s Kitchen Debuts New Sustainable Packaging
Dallas, Texas-based Van’s Kitchen, an egg roll manufacturing brand, has announced it is bringing a fresh rebrand for its entire line, debuting new sustainable packaging that showcases its traditional roots. This update comes ahead of a growth projection for the brand in 2022, with recent distribution gains in retailers like Publix, Walmart, Kroger and Giant […]
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Symphony RetailAI VP Prothero Wins Food Logistics Rock Star Award
Troy Prothero, VP of product management and supply chain solutions for Dallas, Texas-based Symphony RetailAI, has been named a winner of Food Logistics’ 2022 Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award. The annual honor recognizes influential people in the industry whose achievements, hard work and vision have shaped the global cold food supply chain. Food Logistics noted that “these rock […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southwest
JBS U.S.A. Releases New Pound Of Ground Crumbles
Greeley, Colorado-based JBS U.S.A., a global food company, has launched Pound of Ground Crumbles frozen uncooked ground beef. A first-to-market dinner solution, Pound of Ground Crumbles cooks from frozen with no thawing or planning ahead. From personal experience as a busy parent combined with a background and knowledge in product development for food companies, Heidi Meyer, creator of […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Sysco Completes Acquisition Of The Coastal Companies
Houston, Texas-based Sysco Corporation, a global foodservice distribution company, has completed the acquisition of The Coastal Companies, a fresh produce distributor and value-added processor. The acquisition will operate as part of FreshPoint, Sysco’s specialty produce business, and enables FreshPoint to enhance its service to the Mid-Atlantic region and diversify its portfolio by adding retail and ready-to-eat […]