San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Markets has promoted Greg McNiff to chief operating officer, effective immediately. In this position, he will lead the company’s marketing, retail and distribution departments and report to CEO Pete Van Helden. In addition to his new role as COO, McNiff will remain as the company’s president and continue to serve […]
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 inIndependent Store News, West
Vallarta Supermarkets Offers Mammograms For Awareness Month
Sylmar, California-based Vallarta Supermarkets has partnered with Los Altos Foods to encourage people to screen regularly for breast cancer detection by offering free mammograms at select stores during October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The mammograms will be administered by Alinea Medical Imaging in mobile locations with accessible educational information. “We’re thrilled to partner with Los […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Expands Goals To Fight Hunger, Inspire Healthy Eating
In support of the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health, Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies will contribute new goals and initiatives designed to help break the cycle of hunger and empower nutrition and health through technology and information. “At Albertsons Companies, our purpose is to bring people together around the joys of food and to […]
Posted inMarket Profile, West
Lone Grocer In Weaverville Weathering Wildfires, Delivery Woes
Holiday Market in Weaverville, California, sits within the Browns Mountains, less than three hours from Oregon. The store was a Tops Market before it was purchased by Cottonwood, California-based North State Grocery. Long before the COVID-19 pandemic, the business has dealt with supply chain issues, in part due to its remote location as well as […]
Posted inProduce News, Sustainability News, West
Taylor Farms Publishes Social Responsibility, Sustainability Report
Salinas, California-based Taylor Farms has published its 2022 Social Responsibility and Sustainability Report, featuring advancements and investments in education, health, wellness and environmental stewardship. “Despite the challenges brought on by a global pandemic, we are extremely proud of the work that is highlighted in this report” said Bruce Taylor, chairman and CEO of Taylor Farms. “We continue […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
Stater Bros. To Accept EBT SNAP Payments With Instacart
San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Markets will now accept SNAP EBT payments for orders made through Instacart. The purpose of SNAP, also known as CalFresh in California, is to provide monthly food benefits to low-income people, allowing them to afford more nutritious foods. EBT SNAP can be used for purchases made at Stater Bros. through the […]
Posted inExecutive News, West
Associated Food Stores Names Rice As President, CEO
Salt Lake City, Utah-based Associated Food Stores has named David Rice as president and CEO of the 82-year-old company. The move comes following the passing of Robert Obray, who served as president and CEO when he passed away from a rare, fast-moving neurological disease in August. “Bob was an incredible leader and worked closely with the […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Frieda’s Awarded Four Picks In The Kitchn Essentials
Los Alamitos, California-based Frieda’s Branded Produce has picked up four honors in the 2022 Kitchn Essentials, grocery edition. Each year, Kitchn names essential grocery items that have gained fanfare and become staples in consumers’ grocery carts. “Being recognized with four awards is the proof point that our new branding is breaking through and speaking to consumers,” said Cindy Sherman, senior […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Annual Cardenas Markets Golf Tournament Raises $825K
The Cardenas Markets Foundation celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexican Independence Day by hosting its 18th annual fundraising golf tournament Sept. 15 at the Pacific Palms Resort in City of Industry, California. The event raised more than $825,000 to support the Cardenas Markets Foundation scholarship program, in addition to its health, children’s well-being and hunger relief initiatives. Tournament participants were […]
Posted inProduce News, Sustainability News, West
Taylor Farms Takes California Vegetable Facility Off The Grid
Taylor Farms has partnered with Bloom Energy, Ameresco and Concept Clean Energy to install a microgrid capable of taking one of its California food processing facilities completely off the traditional energy grid. The energy leaders plan to combine six megawatts of Bloom fuel cells, 2MW of solar power from Concept Clean Energy and a 2MW/4MWh […]
Posted inProduce News, Bristol Farms, West
Plenty Partners With Bristol Farms For Produce Expansion
On the cusp of opening its Compton, California, farm, Plenty Unlimited is beginning its expansion to Southern California in partnership with Bristol Farms, a specialty gourmet grocer. Outside of local markets in the Compton community, Plenty leafy greens will be available in Southern California exclusively at Bristol Farms for the remainder of the year. This marks the first […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Stater Bros. To Open New Location In Riverside, CA
Stater Bros. Markets will hold the grand opening of its newest store Sept. 28 at 7200 Arlington Ave., No. 102, Riverside, California. The store occupies 49,480 square feet of a former 94,500-square-foot Kmart building. The grand opening will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony and the Norte Vista High School Band will provide live entertainment. Stater Bros. Charities will present […]
Posted inCenter Store, Albertsons, Plant-Based News, West
Food Story Brands Celebrates ‘Salsabration,’ Hummuses, Dips
Food Story Brands has found success amid the COVID-19 pandemic with its “salsabration” social media campaign and international ingredients. A family-owned company based out of Phoenix, Arizona, Food Story develops brands and products in the food and beverage industries. Among other innovation and speed-to-market product solutions, the company offers strategic brand consulting, product development, logistics […]
Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, West
Talking Rain Appoints Fisher As Chief Financial Officer
Seattle, Washington-based Talking Rain Beverage Company has appointed Luke Fisher as CFO, effective immediately. In this role, Fisher will lead the company’s sustainability initiatives and finance, technology and risk management teams, while fulfilling Talking Rain’s mission of “Creating Connections with Every Sip.” “Luke has played a prominent role in our organization for years,” said Ken Sylvia, […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Center Store, West
Snacking Giant Continues To Surprise, Delight Consumers
LAS VEGAS – Campbell Snacks has a 21 brands within its portfolio. During her presentation Tuesday at Groceryshop 2022, EVP and president Val Oswalt explained that this dynamic is the company’s biggest advantage within the snack industry. “When we talk to our consumers about elevating snacking, they tell us, ‘We want something unexpected,’ something that’s […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Nonfood Items, West
Albertsons To Bring Services, Resources To Local Community
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies has announced a new partnership with WinnCompanies to bring essential services to more than 133,000 residents across 520 properties nationally. The collaboration will provide grocery, prescription and vaccination resources to seniors and families, reducing accessibility barriers and fostering the company’s commitment to support health and well-being. “We recognize that many people […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Stater Bros. ‘Singing Produce Manager’ Embarks On Yacht Concert
By day, Marium “Mario” Bryant is known as the “singing produce manager” at Stater Bros. in Southern California. But in the evening, he is pursuing an entertainment career – and doing so with the full support of his employer. In fact, Bryant won a National Anthem singing contest sponsored by the grocer. Bryant began his […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Amazon Fresh, West, Whole Foods
Whole Foods CEO Hails Company’s ‘Higher Purpose, Core Values’
LAS VEGAS – Among the highlights of opening day at Groceryshop 2022 was a keynote conversation with Jason Buechel, the new CEO of Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market. Making his first public appearance since taking the helm, Buechel was interviewed Monday by Joe Laszlo, VP of content for Groceryshop, on the main stage at Mandalay […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Bashas', West
Bashas’ To Donate $50K To Nonprofit For Anniversary Celebration
As part of its 90th anniversary celebration, Bashas’ will present $50,000 to a charity as part of its Community Choice Charity Challenge. The winning charity will be announced during an event Sept. 23 at the Bashas’ store at McClintock and Warner in Tempe, Arizona. Since mid-July, shoppers were able to cast votes for their favorite […]
Posted inBakery News, West
ACSIS Showcases Reusable Bakery Management Solution At IBIE
ACSIS has partnered with Harvest Food Solutions to showcase its ACSIS Reusable Supply Chain Asset Management solution in the Harvest Food Solutions Booth No. 957. Held in Las Vegas every three years, the International Baking Industry Exposition gathers the baking community together to promote economic growth and to learn and advance the future of baking. Harvest Food […]