At the end of fiscal year 2022, Montana saw a 39 percent increase in collections from its top seven taxes. Through the first 10 months of the current fiscal year, those same taxes had produced 3 percent less, according to the Bureau of Business and Economic Research at the University of Montana. Most of the […]
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 inExecutive News, West
With Molloy’s Pending Retirement, Sprouts Seeking CFO
Phoenix-based Sprouts Farmers Market has announced that CFO Lawrence “Chip” P. Molloy will retire at the end of 2023. The company will conduct an internal and external search for a successor. “On behalf of the entire Sprouts community, I want to extend our deepest thanks to Chip for his many years of leadership and dedication […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
New Lazy Acres Natural Market Serving ‘Really Unique Neighborhood’
Lazy Acres Natural Market, which features organic and locally-sourced offerings, opened July 29 at 1841 N. Western Ave in Los Feliz, California. The store has a made-to-order juice, smoothie and coffee bar and food venues that serve Mediterranean cuisine, California barbecue and fish tacos. Also available are expanded Lazy Acres staples, such as hot and […]
Posted inPackaging News, West
Harpak-ULMA Opens Customer Experience Center
Harpak-ULMA has opened a new customer experience center in Costa Mesa, California. The center is accessible from the western U.S., located 10 minutes from Orange County’s John Wayne Airport. The new facility will enhance Harpak-ULMA’s presence in the West, offering a variety of customer-focused experiences and services available at the company’s flagship customer experience center […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
Foodland Launches CitrusAd-Powered Retail Media Network
Foodland, Hawaii’s largest and oldest grocery chain, is launching its first retail media network utilizing technology from CitrusAd. The retail media network will combine Foodland’s privacy-protected first-party data and CitrusAd’s relevancy algorithm to match brand compatibility and shopper history with the most suitable audiences. Both large and local brands can engage with Foodland shoppers and […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Bakery News, West
Campbell Expands Goldfish Production With Facility Investment
Campbell Soup Co. is investing about $160 million in its Richmond, Utah, manufacturing facility to expand production of Goldfish crackers to help meet increased consumer demand. The new line will increase the bakery’s output of Goldfish by 50 percent and produce more than five million Goldfish per hour or 1,500 Goldfish every second. The expansion […]
Posted inAlbertsons, Beverage News, Online Grocery Technology, West
Safeway, Albertsons Uncork Vine & Cellar Wine Delivery
Safeway and Albertsons have introduced Vine & Cellar, a collection of curated wines available online with home delivery in one to three business days. Offered only in California, Vine & Cellar features an expanded assortment of wine varietals and global wine regions selected by Curtis Mann, master of wine and group VP of alcohol for […]
Posted inProduce News, Association News, West
FPFC’s August Luncheon Benefits City of Hope
The Fresh Produce & Floral Council will hold its annual City of Hope luncheon Aug. 9 at the Sheraton Cerritos hotel in Cerritos, California. Rebecca Calvin, SVP of Stater Bros. Markets, will serve as master of ceremonies. Calvin leads Stater Bros. Markets marketing efforts, which includes sales and merchandising, integrated marketing, e-commerce and food strategy […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Corporate Store News, West
Natural Grocers To Celebrate Store Relocation Aug. 8 In Beaverton, OR
Natural Grocers will relocate its Beaverton, Oregon, store to a renovated, larger space on Aug. 8. The retailer will host a ribbon cutting and food bank donation ceremony in front of the new Beaverton location at 3805 SW 117th Ave. Natural Grocers Crew will welcome the community with gift card giveaways, discounts and prize sweepstakes. The current Natural […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, West
Wild Planet Foods Introduces 5 Sustainable Seafood Products
McKinleyville, California-based Wild Planet Foods has introduced five new seafood items to Whole Foods Market shelves nationwide. Wild Planet Foods brings these new SKUs to consumers looking to make a positive impact on their health and the planet’s by purchasing canned sustainable seafood products. The seafood company uses selective harvesting methods that target one species at a […]
Posted inAssociation News, West
WAFC’s Retail Management Certificate Program Marks Milestone
In reaching a milestone of 5,000 graduates from its Retail Management Certificate program, the Western Association of Food Chains was quick to credit leadership support. “The WAFC wants to recognize our board members and Cherie Phipps, senior director of the Retail Management Program, for being the driving force behind the program,” said Pat Posey, chief […]
Posted inRaley's, Executive News, West
The Raley’s Companies Promotes Minor To VP
West Sacramento, California-based The Raley’s Companies has promoted Chelsea Minor to VP of community impact and public affairs. Since joining the team in 2015, she has represented The Raley’s Companies in the public and political sphere. “Chelsea is an outstanding contributor and thought leader as well as a trusted advisor,” said Keith Knopf, president and […]
Posted inProduce News, Organic Natural, West
Misionero Celebrates 50 Years In The Organic Industry
Gonzales, California-based Misionero is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2023. Misionero, founded in 1973 by Floyd Griffin, is a leader in the organic specialty salad category. Misionero grows, harvests, produces and packages salads and leafy greens grown year-round. Additionally, the company produces items sold under the Earth Greens Organic and Garden Life labels. Harbinger Group acquired […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Side Delights Showcasing Redesigned Packaging For Organic Potatoes
Newport Beach, California-based Fresh Solutions Network will present its redesigned packaging for Side Delights organic potatoes and onions July 13 at the Organic Produce Summit trade show in Monterey, California. Fresh Solutions Network partners Basin Gold Cooperative of Pasco, Washington, and Sterman Masser Farms of Sacramento, Pennsylvania, will represent the network at the show. The […]
Posted inMarket Profile, West
Meal Kits Cornerstone Of Corner Store Seattle Area Grocer
Kitchen & Market, which has three locations in the Seattle area, was founded on a simple idea – how to make planning meals easier. Founder and CEO Stephanie King set about that goal after a long career in private label grocery. “Instead of just retiring, I opted to put my idea down on paper. I […]
Posted inAssociation News, Market Profile, West
Evergreen State Facing Regulations, Unwelcome Taxes This Year
A legislative special session, long-term care deductions and ergonomics have dominated the agenda so far this year for the Washington Food Industry Association, according to President Tammie Hetrick. Retail crime in the state has been emboldened in recent years due to limited policing ability. Police or security officers have been restricted from pursuing suspected shoplifters […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Avocado Sales Rise In Holiday Retail Recap Report
St. Patrick’s Day drove higher avocado volume, according to a first quarter holiday report released July 6 by the Mission Viejo, California-based Hass Avocado Board. The holiday retail recap details dollar sales, volume and average price for Hass avocados during the weeks of the Big Game, Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day. The reported sales […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, West
Albertsons Companies’ O Organics Brand Launches Hunger Program
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies Inc. has launched its O Organics “Fight Hunger, Serve Hope” initiative to combat hunger during the summer months, when households with school-aged children face higher rates of food insecurity. Through Aug. 1, the company’s private label brand will donate one meal for every O Organics product purchased, up to $7 million […]
Posted inDeli News, Feature, West
Reser’s Fine Foods Crosses ‘Every Category’ Within Deli Department
Beaverton, Oregon-based Reser’s Fine Foods focused on product versatility during this year’s IDDBA Show in Anaheim, California, where The Shelby Report’s Bob Reeves was able to catch up with the team to see what’s new. With a wide range of products, the prepared foods company provides retailers with solutions across the deli, according to Anne […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Marketing News, West
Albertsons Media Collective Seeks To Standardize Retail Media Networks
In a new whitepaper, Albertsons Media Collective has shared a preliminary framework to standardize specifications, methodologies, terminology and disclosures across retail media networks. The collective, the retail media arm of Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos., is hosting a discussion on the topic – Transforming Retail Media Through Standardization – alongside leaders from Omnicom Media Group, Pinterest […]