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 […]
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 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 […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
‘Leading CPG And Grocery Event’ Opens In Las Vegas
Groceryshop has returned. The popular convention got underway Monday at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. According to the convention’s website, “Across four days, our jam-packed agenda will feature informative, unrivaled talks on the changing grocery landscape from 200-plus industry leaders, as well as opportunities to connect and network with peers and potential […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
BrightDrop Enters Supermarket Industry With Trace Grocery
Palo Alto, California-based BrightDrop is expanding its business and product portfolio with the launch of Trace Grocery, a new temperature-controlled eCart that helps streamline order fulfillment and pickup for online grocery purchases. The announcement Monday about the new product coincided with the opening of Groceryshop in Las Vegas, a massive CPG and grocery event during […]
Posted inFrozen Food, Center Store, West
Hormel Unveils Refrigerated Salsa, Guacamole By Herdez
Orange, California-based Hormel has new additions to its Herdez brand’s refrigerated salsas. Hormel debuted the three flavors – traditional mild, traditional medium and chipotle medium – in May. In a discussion with The Shelby Report, Chris Monahan, brand manager for refrigerated dips, attributed the expansion to consumer research. “We found that consumers really shop in […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Flashfood Diverts 50M Pounds Of Food From Landfills
Flashfood announced Sept. 19 at the Groceryshop 2022 conference that the company has diverted 50 million pounds of food from landfills and 95 million pounds of carbon dioxide equivalent saved from the atmosphere. This milestone was achieved following the company’s rapid expansion across North America, providing shoppers and retailers with a simple solution to reduce food waste. Flashfood […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Bakery News, West
La Brea Bakery Launches Cinnamon Raisin Loaf At Kroger Stores
Los Angeles-based La Brea Bakery has launched its artisan Cinnamon Raisin Loaf in Kroger stores. “This loaf is a great addition to our portfolio, as it brings a slightly sweet option to our product line,” said Brie Buenning, director of marketing for La Brea Bakery. “We’ve also seen more consumers interested in breakfast at home and nostalgic […]
Posted inDeli News, West
Reser’s Helping Grocery Stores Transition To In-Store Foodservice
“During the last couple of years, consumers for a long time weren’t really comfortable with going to restaurants,” said Nathan Roe, customer marketing and analytics for Reser’s Fine Foods in Beaverton, Oregon. “They didn’t want to go restaurants. They went to the grocery store and the grocery industry benefited.” Reser’s Fine Foods is one of […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Grocery Store Layout, West
Superior Grocers Opens New Location In Santa Paula, CA
Superior Grocers opened its 70th store Sept. 14 at 280 E. Harvard Blvd. in Santa Paula, California. The store opened under the banner, The Market by Superior. The store is a full-service supermarket featuring a large selection of produce, grocery, liquor, fresh quality meat, as well as a large assortment of baked goods and an […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Side Delights Offers Shopping Solutions To Promote Potatoes
Newport Beach, California-based Side Delights offers “any-size solution” to shoppers as they return to school and work. Fortune recently reported that several companies asked employees to return to the office after Labor Day, causing shoppers to shift their routines again. This schedule change affects consumers in various ways, including shopping and dining habits. Shoppers seek affordable […]
Posted inGelson's, Corporate Store News, Executive News, West
Gelson’s McDougall To Retire, Bagan Named Successor
In a Sept. 9 internal email to Gelson’s employees that he shared with The Shelby Report, President and CEO Rob McDougall announced his intent to retire at the end of the year. At that time, John Bagan will succeed him. Per his email, McDougall attributed the decision to a variety of reasons, but “first and foremost […]
Posted inBakery News, West
King’s Hawaiian Celebrates Tailgate Season With Giveaway
To celebrate tailgate season, Los Angeles-based King’s Hawaiian is beginning a search for a game day slider recipe by launching the Slider Sunday Million Dollar Showdown. Fans can register for the sweepstakes through Feb. 12. One winner will receive $1 million. After registering, people can gain more entries for the grand prize by voting between two slider […]