Los Angeles, California-based PeaTos has announced the brand is going all plant-based and has unveiled an updated look featuring the new face of PeaTos, “sassy” female character, DJ_P. This news comes as the salty snack category is expected to reach $29 billion in 2022 “’For decades, the category has been dominated as a monopoly by PepsiCo subsidiary Frito-Lay, meaning […]
Category: West
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, West
Albertsons Companies Announces Review of Strategic Alternatives
The Boise, Idaho-based board of directors of Albertsons Companies Inc. has commenced a board-led review of potential strategic alternatives aimed at enhancing Albertsons’ growth and maximizing shareholder value. The review will include an assessment of various balance sheet optimizations and capital return strategies, potential strategic or financial transactions and development of other strategic initiatives to complement […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, West
Natural Delights To Push Medjool Date Sales For Ramadan With Displays
Yuma, Arizona-based Natural Delights is offering its two-, five- and 11-pound window boxes again this year to meet the need for Ramadan consumption. April kicks off the holiday, but shoppers are going to be looking for Medjool dates in bulk when peak sales season begins in the month leading up to the holiday. Medjool dates are considered […]
Posted inGelson's, Home Page Slider, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, West
Gelson’s Celebrates Mardi Gras With Crawfish And Shrimp Boil
Encino, California-based Gelson’s is highlighting a new dish for the Mardi Gras holiday festivities – Gelson’s Crawfish and Shrimp Boil. The chef-inspired recipe is an homage to the Big Easy delicacy, packed with crawfish, extra-jumbo shrimp, Andouille sausage, fresh vegetables, Cajun garlic butter sauce and broth. Order online at gelsons.com/crawfishboil or pick up in-store from the self-serve […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, West
American Seafoods Announces CEO Transitions
Seattle, Washington-based American Seafoods Group, a provider of sustainable protein and an at-sea processor of wild Alaska pollock and Pacific hake, has appointed Einar Gustafsson to CEO, effective upon completion of his transition. Gustafsson will succeed Mikel Durham. “Einar brings to American Seafoods proven senior leadership and exceptional strategic capabilities in developing and growing worldwide seafood […]
Posted inFood City, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, West
Food City Adds First Starbucks Café Inside Store In Phoenix, AZ
Food City has announced the addition of a Starbucks café to its grocery store located in Phoenix, Arizona. The grocery store, located at 9020 W. Thomas Road, is the first of the company’s stores to open a Starbucks café in the state. “It’s an honor to bring a brand-new Starbucks café to the inside of this […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, West
Sprouts Appoints Konat As President And Chief Operating Officer
Phoenix, Arizona-based Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. has announced Nicholas Konat as president and COO of the company, effective March 21. He has most recently served as chief merchandising officer at Petco Health and Wellness Co. Inc. Konat will report to Jack Sinclair, CEO of Sprouts. “I am absolutely thrilled to welcome Nick to the Sprouts […]
Posted inDeli News, Home Page Slider, Plant-Based News, West
Prime Roots Announces Koji Deli Meats And Charcuterie
Berkeley, California-based Prime Roots is launching the first line of Koji Charcuterie and fully sliceable bulk Koji Deli Meats. Prime Roots’ Koji Meat line will include umami-rich hams, turkey, and salami, all of which can be hand-sliced in true deli style. Instead of using soy, wheat or peas, Prime Roots’ meats are made with koji, the fungi behind […]
Posted inDeli News, Home Page Slider, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, West
Columbus Craft Meats Launches New Marketing Campaign
Hayward, California-based Columbus Craft Meats has announced its new integrated marketing campaign – the “Like This” campaign. “Like This” shows consumers how they can use Columbus brand products to create charcuterie boards and bites. The campaign offers inspiration through easy charcuterie builds to deliver elevated experiences. Many of the featured flavor combinations are part of the new Perfect Charcuterie Bite […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, West
Chicken Of The Sea Wins Brandspark’s Best New Product Award
San Diego, California-based Chicken of the Sea Frozen Foods has announced that it’s Crispy Stuffed Shrimp Creamy Garlic and Spinach has earned a spot on BrandSpark’s “Best New Products Awards” list as a winner in the food and beverage category for frozen shrimp. “Best New Product Awards” surveyed consumers to determine which new products in 2022 they not only tried […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, West
Cardenas Markets Now Accepts EBT SNAP Payments Via Instacart
Ontario, California-based Cardenas Markets, one of the largest Hispanic grocery chains in the country, has announced that the company’s online storefront will accept Electronic Benefits Transfer and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payments via Instacart. Cardenas Markets is the first Hispanic retailer to accept EBT SNAP Payment via Instacart. “We are proud to be the first […]
Posted inFred Meyer, Home Page Slider, Packaging News, West
Kroger’s Fred Meyer Stores Launch Loop In Portland, OR
The Kroger Co. and Loop, a circular reuse platform developed by TerraCycle, have launched a selection of products in reusable packaging rather than in single-use plastic. Customers can now walk into one of 25 Kroger-owned Fred Meyer stores in the Portland metro area and purchase more than 20 products from leading consumer brands packaged in […]
Posted inROFDA Reports, Home Page Slider, West
Extending Relationships Has Helped ROFDA Remain Relevant
ROFDA board member Bob Obray’s fondest memories of the organization have always centered on building deeper relationships. “Across the industry, whether it’s with other cooperative members or vendors, service providers…it’s about relationships. And I think this kind of reinvention, revitalization, whatever you want to call it, ROFDA gives us an opportunity to expand and extend […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Barons Market, Home Page Latest News, West
Barons Market Sees Results Via Partnerships With Micro-Influencers
Southern California-based Barons Market has grown a community online through social media by showcasing employees, sharing news and drawing customers into its stores. Another one of those opportunities is working with micro-influencers in the same area. “Unlike typical celebrities, experts or public figures, they’re individuals who work or specialize in a particular vertical and frequently […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, West, Whole Foods
Seapoint Farms Introduces Vegan Crispy Snack: Mighty Lil’ Crunchy Corn
Huntington Beach, California-based Seapoint Farms, maker of natural foods and snacks, has unveiled Mighty Lil’ Crunchy Corn. Mighty Lil’ Crunchy Corn is a new addition to Mighty Lil’ Lentils, which are currently available in four flavors. Mighty Lil’ Crunchy Corn is available in two vegan flavors, pink Himalayan salt and zesty ranch. This duo is crunchy on the outside […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, West, Whole Foods
Weee! Appoints Executives To Leadership Team, Board Of Directors
Fremont, California-based Weee! has announced three executive appointments as the company expands to meet the growing demands of its customers. “Weee!’s recent appointments bring a depth of experience in grocery, retail and e-commerce to our leadership bench and our board of directors,” said Larry Liu, CEO and founder of Weee!. “We are at a pivotal moment in the transformation […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, West
RangeMe Introduces Direct Purchasing To Product Discovery Platform
San Francisco-based RangeMe has expanded its industry standard service offering by giving buyers the ability to purchase products directly from suppliers. This has created the world’s largest wholesale marketplace for retailers by the sheer volume of buyers and suppliers already using RangeMe for product discovery. The capability will boost regional and independent retailers who can now order […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, West
CHKN Not Chicken Launches Plant-Based Chicken In Sprouts Locations
Portland, Oregon-based CHKN Not Chicken, a plant-based chicken alternative, has announced its arrival at all 370-plus Sprouts Farmers Market stores nationwide. Shoppers can find the plant-based chicken products in the frozen plant-based meat section. Sprouts will offer customers four flavors of CHKN Not Chicken that replicate the flavor of chicken. Flavors available include: Naked CHKN in […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, West
Calavo Announces Promotion And Retirement Of Sales Team Members
Santa Paula, California-based Calavo Growers Inc., a global leader in the avocado and value-added fresh food industries, has announced the promotion of Gordon Breschini to director of national sales for the Calavo Fresh team, and the retirement of industry veteran, Bob Collier. Breschini, who has been with the company since 2008, most recently as senior account manager, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, West
Stater Bros. Markets Plans New Location in Chino, CA
San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Markets has announced plans to build a new store at Pine Avenue and Main Street in Chino, California. The store will anchor the Town Center at the Preserve in Chino, developed by Lewis Retail Centers. The future supermarket will be 46,109 square feet and will feature full-service meat, seafood, service deli […]