The Utah Food Industry Association, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2024, hosted its 2024 Annual Conference and Celebration Aug. 6 at the Davis County Conference Center. At the celebration, the association inducted Monte Peterson, owner of Peterson’s Market, into its Hall of Fame. Peterson learned his work ethic and the basics of the grocery business […]
Category: West
The Shelby Report of the West covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Associated Food Stores, West
AFS Wins Global Awards At CAB Annual Conference
Associated Food Stores (AFS) received two awards at the recent Certified Angus Beef (CAB) Annual Conference for excellence in retail distribution and execution of initiatives. AFS earned the “CAB Retail Distributor Marketer of the Year” award and was ranked third globally for sales volume, receiving the “CAB Retail Distributor No. 3 Sales Volume” award. The […]
Posted inFrozen Food, C-Store News, Plant-Based News, West
7-Eleven Adds Dairy-Free Klimon Frozen Desserts To Stores
Klimon has established a distribution deal with 7-Eleven, which will introduce its plant-based, dairy-free frozen desserts in pints and novelties at about 400 Southern California stores, with plans for a subsequent nationwide rollout. Klimon’s desserts, which first appeared in grocery freezer aisles in 2022, provide an alternative to ice cream for the increasing number of […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, International Foods, West
Island Pacific Partners With GCash For Financial Services
Island Pacific Seafood Market has forged a partnership with GCash, the Philippines’ leading financial technology app, that will allow shoppers to send money, pay bills and access other financial services from the grocer’s more than 20 stores across California and Nevada. “This partnership is a testament to our commitment to serving the Filipino community,” said Maite Defensor, CEO […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, The Kroger Co., West
Tech Jobs, Recreation Drawing Folks To Utah’s Wasatch Front
Dave Davis, president and CEO of the Utah Food Industry Association, said it’s good to live in Utah. There are several reasons for that. “Fiscally, we’re in a good place,” Davis said. “I think that both our legislative branch and our executive branch do a good job of managing the economy here in the state.” […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, West
American Custom Meats Names Pfeiffer As New President
American Custom Meats (ACM) has named Gary Pfeiffer as its new president as Gus Coutrakis, who led the company for more than 13 years, retires and transitions into a role on the board of directors. Under Coutrakis’ leadership, ACM saw significant growth, positioning the company as a go-to partner in the meat processing space. Pfeiffer, who […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Corporate Store News, West
Natural Grocers To Hold Grand Reopening In Reno, NV
Natural Grocers will hold a grand reopening Oct. 24 for a relocated store in Reno, Nevada. The current location at 4819 Kietzke Lane will close at 5 p.m. on Oct. 21 to complete the move. The new location is in the Redfield Promenade shopping center at 4983 S. Virginia St. Community members are invited to celebrate with […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Associated Food Stores, West
AFS Opens Campus Corner Store At Utah Tech University
Campus Corner, a new 1,800-square-foot grocery store served by Associated Food Stores (AFS), has opened on the campus of Utah Tech University in St. George, Utah. The store is designed to serve the growing student population with convenience, fresh options and innovative technology. Located within the new Campus View Suites building, the store was developed […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Center Store, West
Sprouts Farmers Market To Debut Real Root Product Line
Sprouts Farmers Market is introducing Real Root by Sprouts, a new private label product line of more than 130 premium body care, personal care and home fragrance items. All Real Root by Sprouts products are cruelty-free and do not have parabens, phthalates, artificial fragrances, colors, skin irritants or potentially harmful ingredients, and many are vegan. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, West
Giving Back Runs Deep With Kent’s Market In Utah
For Kent’s Market, being able to give back to its communities adds meaning to everything the business does. “We stock the shelves and sell groceries just to support giving back to the community,” said Kati Calhoun, VP of marketing for the grocer, which operates four stores in Utah – in Brigham City, Plain City, Roy […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Feature, West
Goodwin & Sons Market Reopens In Crestline, CA
Goodwin & Sons Market in Crestline, California, is back to serving customers after record snowfalls in the San Bernardino Mountains crushed the roof of the store in the wee hours of March 1, 2023. Eventually, the entire store collapsed, leading to the opportunity for a redesign. “We built, we believe, one of the most beautiful […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Macey’s Debuts Remodeled Store In Pleasant Grove, UT
Macey’s held a grand reopening and ribbon cutting Sept. 25 for its store at 931 W. State St. in Pleasant Grove, Utah. The remodel offers customers a fresh and modern shopping experience. There are many new features, including a Starbucks. The indoor and outdoor seating areas have been updated to create comfortable, inviting spaces where […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Island Pacific Supermarket Named On ‘Best Large Workplaces’ List
Island Pacific Supermarket, a Filipino-American supermarket chain, ranks 11th in Fortune’s “Top 20 Best Large Workplaces in Retail” for 2024, up from 17th in 2023. Founded in 2000, Island Pacific is one of the youngest companies on the list and the only ethnic supermarket to be recognized, operating 20 locations in California and Nevada. Now […]
Posted inNorthgate Market, Independent Store News, West
Northgate González Market Hosts Charitable Initiatives, Fundraising Events
Northgate González Market is supporting its local communities through a series of charitable initiatives taking place during September. The independent grocer recently joined forces with vendor partner Keurig Dr Pepper to assemble more than 500 care packages to uplift the spirits of children and their families fighting cancer at Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Albertsons, Beverage News, West
Albertsons Cos. Introduces New Private Label Bee Lightly Wines
Albertsons Cos. has launched Bee Lightly, the newest addition to the company’s Own Brands wine portfolio, distinguished by its flat bottle design made from 100 percent recycled polyethylene terephthalate. This approach to wine packaging marks a first in the U.S. market, highlighting its commitment to recycled solutions. The 2022 Bee Lightly Chardonnay and the 2023 Bee […]
Posted inAssociation News, West
CGA Educational Foundation Reaches $10M Scholarship Milestone
The California Grocers Association Educational Foundation has reached a milestone of $10 million in college scholarship funds for grocery industry employees and their dependents. Since its inception in 1998, CGAEF has raised $10 million to award 6,571 scholarships to California Grocers Association member company employees and their dependents in pursuit of a higher education. For […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, New Seasons Market, West
New Seasons Market Recognized By USA Today In Multiple Grocery Categories
USA Today readers have recognized Portland, Oregon-based New Seasons Market for its deli, prepared foods and produce selections in the Top 10 of the publication’s annual 10Best Readers’ Choice awards. “It’s incredibly humbling to learn of this recognition, particularly given it came from the votes of our valued customers,” said Nancy Lebold, CEO of New Seasons Market. “Our passionate and amazing staff, alongside our customers, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Harps Food Stores, West, Wholesaler/Distributor News
AFS Bridges Technology Gap For Member Retailers With Birdzi Platform
Associated Food Stores (AFS), an Intermountain West grocery wholesaler and cooperative, will utilize Birdzi’s advanced customer intelligence and engagement platform to provide personalized engagement and advanced customer insights across its corporate and independent member supermarkets. “Early on, we recognized Birdzi’s unique ability to enhance AFS’s customer engagement and foster loyalty across our network of member […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Market Of Choice To Celebrate Anniversary At Product Experience Show
Market of Choice is marking its 45th anniversary this month with the return of its Product Experience Show (PES), a celebration of food, beverage and health and wellness products. The free annual community event is set for Sept. 26 in Eugene, Oregon, where Market of Choice is headquartered. And 125 of the more than 250 Pacific […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Bolthouse Farms Splits Into 2 Entities, Updates Brand, Packaging
Butterfly, a California-based private equity firm, recently separated its portfolio company, Bolthouse Farms, into two entities – Bolthouse Fresh Foods and Generous Brands. Bolthouse Fresh Foods will carry on the legacy of Bolthouse Farms as a supplier of fresh carrots to retailers across North America, with nearly 700 million pounds sold annually. Generous Brands will […]