With a commitment to serving the Navajo Nation, Arizona-based Bashas’ is welcoming members of the community to celebrate the grand opening of Bashas’ Diné Market in Shiprock, New Mexico on Aug. 7. Located in the Shiprock /Tse’ Bit’ A’i Shopping Center at U.S.-491 and Highway 64, the 42,108-square-foot Diné Market is Bashas’ ninth grocery store […]
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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.
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Super A Foods’ 50th Anniversary Is Milestone To Celebrate Founder’s Life
Second generation of Amens leading successful Super A Foods Commerce, Calilfornia-based Super A Foods – an eight-store, privately held super- market chain that primarily caters to Hispanic and Asian shoppers in Los Angeles – is cele- brating its 50th anniversary in 2021. The fact that it must do so without its founder, the iconic Lou […]
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Shelf Engine Names McCord President And Chief Revenue Officer
Seattle, Washington-based Shelf Engine has named Kane McCord as president and chief revenue officer. McCord brings nearly two decades of executive leadership to this role and will be leading the sales, customer success, marketing, operations and shared services teams while reporting to Shelf Engine co-founder and CEO Stefan Kalb. McCord joins Shelf Engine after spending […]
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Sprouts Farmers Market Adds Lineup Of 13 New Products In August
Sprouts Farmers Market stores nationwide have added a new lineup of 13 products for August, including 10 that are exclusive to the healthy grocer. Each month, shoppers can look for “Find a New Favorite” icons throughout stores to discover the newest foods and supplements. Among the new products are: Wicked Foods Plant-Based Meals: Chef-driven flavors, wholesome veggies and herbs […]
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AJ’s Fine Foods Hosts Summer Events And Contests
As summer hits its stride in Arizona, AJ’s Fine Foods has ramped up several programs that aim to educate and indulge Arizonans of all ages. Through July 31, AJ’s is on the search for a pint-sized kitchen phenom through its Little Chefs Cooking Contest. Children ages 4 to 12 are encouraged to create AJ’s signature Fruit […]
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Cardenas Markets Announces Launch Of New, Bilingual Website
Ontario, California-based Cardenas Markets, one of the largest Hispanic grocery chains in the country, has launched its redesigned bilingual website: cardenasmarkets.com. The revamped site features a contemporary design, improved navigation and user-friendly interface in both English and Spanish. “Our primary goal during the redesign process was to create an engaging, user-friendly, bilingual and responsive experience […]
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Plenty Executives Honored With Fruit + Vegetable 40 Under 40 Awards
San Francisco, California-based Plenty, one of the flavor-first vertical farming companies, said two senior executives – Dr. Michael Schwieterman and Brian Pedersen – were both recognized in the Fruit + Vegetable 40 under 40 Awards by Fruit Growers News and Vegetable Growers News. The list is reserved exclusively for outstanding young industry professionals who demonstrate […]
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Hatch Chile Season Returns To Gelson’s With Live Events, Roastings
Encino, California-based Gelson’s once again will continue the tradition of celebrating Hatch Chile Season, and some stores will offer a variation of heat levels depending on the crop. Live roastings are back at a few stores this year including Westlake Village on Aug. 7, La Costa/Carlsbad on Aug. 14, Valley Village/NoHo on Aug. 21 and Long […]
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Stater Bros.’ First ‘Local Fare’ Forum To Showcase California Suppliers
San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Markets has created a “Local Fare” forum to offer greater opportunities for local brands to connect with new customers and gain the attention of a regional retailer, which can be challenging for smaller, local brands. The Local Fare will take place July 26-Aug. 6 on the online product discovery and […]
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Rogue Creamery Named A 2021 ‘Best For The World’ B Corporation
Certified B Corp. and artisan cheese maker Rogue Creamery has been recognized as a 2021 “Best for the World” B Corporation, ranking in the top 5 percent of B Corps. worldwide for its positive impact on people and planet. Central Point, Oregon-based Rogue Creamery was named Best for the World specifically for its Environmental Impact […]
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Cascade Organic Flour Releases New Retail Line With 5 Lb. Bags Of Flour
Royal City, Washington-based Cascade Organic Flour is introducing 5 lb. retail bags of Organic All-Purpose Flour. This follow the successful launch in April of its 5 lb. retail bags of Organic Whole Wheat Flour. Cascade Organic Flour is a family-owned producer of organic wheat and organic wheat flour in the Pacific Northwest. Cascade Organic Flour’s modern flour […]
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Dole Packaged Foods Rolls Out Functional Line Of Juices, Fruit Bowls
In its next step toward achieving the goals outlined in The Dole Promise, part of which commits to eliminating added sugar in all its products by 2025, Dole Packaged Foods launched two new product lines: Dole Fruitify and Dole Essentials. “We understand that today’s consumer seeks products that are not only good for their health and fit their lifestyle, […]
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Gelson’s Irvine Store Hosts Grand Reopening Starting July 30
Gelson’s is celebrating the grand reopening of its Irvine, California, store – located at 5521 Alton Pkwy. – July 30 through Aug. 1. Designed to reinvent the customer shopping experience, the remodeled store will serve as a local hangout complete with a wine, craft beer and tapas bar and Gelson’s first stand-alone sushi bar. […]
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WAFC Appoints Hendry As Business Development Manager
The Western Association of Food Chains has appointed Dana Hendry as its new business development manager. “It is a pleasure to welcome Dana Hendry to the newly created position of business development manager,” said Carole Christianson, WAFC chief operating officer. “As the WAFC continues to evolve, Dana’s energy and passion for the food industry makes […]
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Plant-Based Pies Made With Fresh Seasonal Fruits
Raised Gluten Free, a women-owned business bringing small-batch, plant-based pies to market, is celebrating the flavors of spring and summer with two seasonally inspired offerings: Southern Peach and Blueberry Bliss. Both are 100 percent vegan and allergy-friendly and are crafted at a dedicated, certified gluten-free bakery in Northern California. They are also free of dairy, […]
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Teamsters At Columbia Distributing Ratify Record-Setting Contract
Members of Teamsters Local 174 working at Portland, Oregon-based Columbia Distributing came together recently to ratify what the union is calling an “industry-leading contract.” The five-year agreement includes record-setting wage and pension increases, along with “outstanding” medical benefits to approximately 310 warehouse and delivery employees. This contract settlement comes on the heels of a unanimous strike […]
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Victorville Resident Wins Cardenas Markets’ El Gran Sorteo De Loteria
Cardenas Markets named Victorville resident Araceli I. as the grand prize winner of the company’s inaugural El Gran Sorteo de Loteria Scratcher Sweepstakes Tournament. Cardenas Markets Chief Marketing Officer Adam Salgado presented her with keys to her new 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport at a car presentation ceremony held at the company’s Victorville location on […]
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Super A Foods Celebrates 50th Anniversary, Founder Amen’s Legacy
A year after the death of its beloved founder, Lou Amen, Commerce, Calilfornia-based Super A Foods is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Click below on The Shelby Report of the West‘s special section which commemorates the life and times of Amen, as well as the thriving supermarket chain he built that is run today by several of his […]
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Diestel Launches Organic Turkey Gravy For Thanksgiving
Diestel’s new Organic Turkey Gravy is the first holiday gravy to be made with bone broth from Diestel’s own turkeys, plus a classic roux (made with real, organic butter) and savory herbs like sage, rosemary and thyme. Crafted by a family of turkey farmers, the result is a gravy ready to heat and eat. The ready-to-use […]
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Martin Truex Jr. Debuts Special Paint Job On No. 19 Reser’s Toyota
Reser’s Fine Foods, based out of Beaverton, Oregon, is debuting a new paint scheme for this weekend’s NASCAR Cup Series race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Race fans will notice a major departure from their traditional red and black racing look. Martin Truex Jr.’s No.19 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota Camry will showcase a #LetsPicnic themed […]