New Seasons Market will hold a grand opening Oct. 18 for a store that will serve as one of the primary full-service grocers amid a community of local businesses in Vancouver, Washington. “Our team has worked tirelessly to create a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that embodies our commitment to local, quality and sustainability,” said Michael Butterfield, […]
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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 inPackaging News, Beverage News, West
REBBL Unveils Occasion-Based Packaging Design
Emeryville, California-based REBBL has debuted occasion-based packaging design across its beverage portfolio, spanning six daily moments with more than 16 varieties. Available nationwide, the occasions include: Protein, Awake, Balance, Focus, Revive and Wellness. The products will include a corresponding occasion, such as a Protein Dark Chocolate or an Awake Maca Cold Brew. By connecting each […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, West
WinCo Foods Taps Invafresh To Optimize Retail Operations
Boise, Idaho-based WinCo Foods has selected Invafresh to optimize its fresh operations across multiple departments to reduce shrink, improve in-stocks and lift the fresh experience. Starting with deli, foodservice and seafood departments, WinCo seeks to automate production planning to improve on-shelf availability for customers and give its employee owners a solution providing real-time, actionable data. […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, West
Livestock Changes Looming In California
California’s Proposition 12, which prohibits the sale of uncooked meat or eggs from producers that don’t comply with new state requirements, has been finalized after years of uncertainty, unclear wording and lawsuits. What’s next? Well, according to California Grocers Association President Ron Fong, there’s likely “going to be a shortage in the marketplace.” “The [California […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
The Save Mart Companies Raise $71K For Hawaiian Wildfire Relief
Modesto, California-based The Save Mart Companies has raised more than $71,000 via an in-store Hawai’i Wildfires Relief fundraiser. In addition to donations made by shoppers and store employees, the grocer and The Save Mart Companies’ CARES Foundation contributed $10,000. All of the funds will go to the Hawai’i Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund. “The Save […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
Heritage Grocers Group Joins Upside Platform
Upside has partnered with Heritage Grocers Group, a Hispanic- and ethnic-focused grocery retailer that serves as the parent company of brands including Cardenas Markets, El Rancho Supermercado and Tony’s Fresh Market. Cardenas Markets has partnered with Upside since July 2021. As part of an expanded partnership with Heritage Grocers Group, this collaboration will include El Rancho […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Executive News, West
Sprouts Farmers Market Appoints Bahrenburg As Chief Technology Officer
Phoenix-based Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. has appointed James Bahrenburg as chief technology officer. Bahrenburg will report to Sprouts’ CEO Jack Sinclair and will oversee the strategic direction and management of all aspects of Sprouts’ technology. “We are pleased to add Jim Bahrenburg to the Sprouts executive leadership team,” Sinclair said. “Jim’s deep experience in retail technology leadership […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Introduces New Digital Innovations To Meal Plans Tool
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies has introduced new digital enhancements to its shoppable Meal Plans and Recipes tool available within the retailer’s grocery apps and websites, including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, ACME and Tom Thumb banners. Designed to provide customers with culinary inspiration throughout the week while saving time and money, the meal plan feature includes […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Stater Bros. To Open New Supermarket In Chino, CA
Stater Bros. Markets will hold a grand opening of a 46,109-square-foot store Sept. 20 at 8373 Pine Ave. in Chino, California. The Chino location will be at the corner of Pine Avenue and Main Street, and anchor Town Center at the Preserve, developed by Lewis Retail Centers. The store’s normal hours of business will be […]
Posted inAlbertsons, Online Grocery Technology, West
Albertsons Cos. Launches ‘Flash’ Grocery Pickup, Delivery Service
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies has launched its Flash grocery service, allowing customers to receive their DriveUp & Go and delivery orders in 30 minutes or less. This service is available at more than 2,000 locations, including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, ACME and Tom Thumb banner stores. “Shoppers today want fast pickup and delivery, and Albertsons […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Meijer, West
The Save Mart Companies, Uber Eats Partner For Grocery Delivery
Uber Technologies Inc. has partnered with Modesto, California-based The Save Mart Companies to bring Save Mart, Lucky and FoodMaxx locations to the Uber Eats app for on-demand and scheduled delivery. More than 190 stores in The Save Mart Companies are available to shop through Uber and Uber Eats. With this new partnership, customers will be able […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
The Save Mart Companies Selects SymphonyAI Retail CPG
The Save Mart Companies, a Modesto, California-based company, has selected SymphonyAI Retail CPG as its AI solution partner for customer-centric, data-driven category management decision-making. “The Save Mart Companies is thrilled to partner with SymphonyAI as its retail solutions strategically fit our growth plan around a customer-first experience driven by deep data insights,” said Shane Sampson, […]
Posted inPackaging News, Sustainability News, West
Tasteful Selections Introduces Sustainable Fiber Trays
Arvin, California-based Tasteful Selections, a specialty potato brand from RPE LLC, has introduced a new sustainable fiber tray for its Organic Sea Salt and Herb bite-size potatoes. With a range of baby potato types and varieties, Tasteful Selections strives to meet consumers’ culinary aspirations by offering new products and flavors. Anchored by its sustainability pillars […]
Posted inProduce News, West
California Avocado Season Winds Down
Irvine, California-based California Avocado Commission has begun to conclude its 2023 season. Mother Nature tested the resilience of California avocado growers this year, with the latest test being heavy rainfall and winds from Tropical Storm Hilary and a moderate earthquake in the Ojai area on the same day. Luckily for many farmers, these events will […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
ReposiTrak Reports First No-Scan KDE Record
Salt Lake City, Utah-based ReposiTrak has created a no-scan Key Data Element (KDE) record, which it bills as a breakthrough to revolutionize the advancement toward tech-enabled food traceability as defined by the FDA’s FSMA Section 204(d) regulation. “This is a major milestone for the industry and proves that FSMA 204 compliance is in fact achievable,” […]
Posted inProduce News, Executive News, West
Shammo Picked As Next President Of Peirone Produce
Spokane, Washington-based Peirone Produce, a distributor of fresh fruits and vegetables to independent grocers in the Inland Northwest, has named Brent Shammo as its new president. He succeeds Michael Kamphaus, who is retiring after leading the company for nine years. To ensure a smooth transition, Kamphaus’ last day with the company will be Dec. 1. […]
Posted inProduce News, West
California Treasurer Ma Visits GrubMarket Facilities
California Treasurer Fiona Ma and her team visited two GrubMarket wholesale/distributor facilities, JC Produce and SGS Produce, on Aug. 18 in Los Angeles. “We are thrilled to host California State Treasurer Fiona Ma at GrubMarket’s JC Produce and SGS Produce facilities in the Los Angeles area,” said Mike Xu, CEO of GrubMarket. “As an Asian American […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, West
SpartanNash Donates Food, Water For Maui Disaster Relief
Michigan-based SpartanNash has donated two truckloads of food and bottled water for wildfire disaster relief efforts in Maui, Hawaii. The company partnered with Convoy of Hope to ship products quickly and efficiently for disaster relief. In addition to its product donations, SpartanNash provided $25,000 in financial support to the Hawaii Community Foundation, in collaboration with the American Logistics Association. […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
Partnership Paying Off For Yoke’s Fresh Markets
Thanks to its partnership with DailyPay, Washington-based Yoke’s Fresh Markets has reported a 34 percent increase in employee tenure among staff who use the on-demand pay method. On average, employees who use DailyPay stay 31 days longer on the job than those who do not, according to Yoke’s, an employee-owned chain of grocery stores. Through […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Stater Bros. Charities Donates $30K To Bob Hope USO
San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Charities, the philanthropic arm of Stater Bros. Markets, partnered with Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling for its Give Back program during National Military Appreciation Month. The program ran for the entire month of May, during which Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling committed to donating 25 cents per eligible product purchased to Bob Hope USO. Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling donated […]