CNG Ranch LLC—a partnership between California-based Cardenas Markets and Northgate Gonzalez Markets—says that Pro’s Ranch Markets will be renamed and branded Los Altos Ranch Market beginning Wednesday, Sept. 3. CNG Ranch utilized local Pro’s Ranch customers and employees in their research to determine the new name. Los Altos is a recognized region in Mexico where both […]
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GMA Recognizes Retired Walmart CEO Mike Duke With Hall Of Achievement Award
The Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) on Sunday presented retired Walmart President and CEO Mike Duke with its 2014 Hall of Achievement Award before more than 400 industry leaders at the GMA Leadership Forum at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. The Hall of Achievement Award represents the highest honor given by the more than 100-year-old association. […]
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Affiliated Foods Amarillo Promotes Three
Affiliated Foods in Amarillo, Texas, promoted three employees, effective July 28. Jeff Robinson is new COO; Dave Hiatt is CFO; and Alan Craig is director of purchasing. Robinson took on the COO position that had been vacant for many years. He will be involved in all segments of the business and will assist Affiliated Foods […]
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The United Family Expands Rewards Program To West Texas
The United Family has expanded its rewards program to West Texas at its United Supermarkets, Market Street, Albertsons Market, Amigos and United Express locations. The free program launched at all seven Dallas/Fort Worth Market Street locations in April. Shoppers who join the program will receive product recommendations, digital coupons and product discounts that are individually […]
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Reports: WinCo Foods Eyeing Three OKC Sites
WinCo Foods will open as many as four stores in the Oklahoma City, Okla., area, according to local media. Commercial real estate firm Prince Edwards & Co. indicated in a midyear retail market survey that WinCo is interested in Oklahoma City, Moore and Midwest City locations, The Oklahoman reports. WinCo Foods, an employee-owned company based […]
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Uncle Si Of ‘Duck Dynasty’ Rolls Out Iced Tea Line At Retail
Four flavors of Uncle Si’s Iced Tea are now available at retail in more than 18 states across the country. Consumers can choose from all-natural Sweet, Un-Sweet, Peach and Half & Half (half iced tea/half lemonade) flavors of the beverage made popular by “Uncle” Si Robertson of A&E’s “Duck Dynasty” fame. Developed and produced by […]
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Teton Waters Ranch’s New Products On Shelves Now
Teton Waters Ranch’s new 100% grass-fed beef products are available on shelves now. The extensive line of grass-fed sausage and ground beef includes six uncured links products—Frankfurter, Jalapeño Cheddar Brat, Thuringer, Andouille, Polish Sausage and Kielbasa—as well as 90/10 Lean Ground Beef and 85/15 Lean Ground Beef. Teton Waters Ranch products are made with no […]
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Pilgrim’s Pride To Acquire Tyson’s Mexican Poultry Biz For $400M
Pilgrim’s Pride Corp. has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase the totality of the poultry businesses of Tyson Foods Inc. in Mexico for $400 million. Pilgrim’s Pride is majority owned by JBS USA Holdings Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of JBS S.A. The transaction will be paid for in cash, pending regulatory approvals. Pilgrim’s […]
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United Family Stores To Host School Supply Drive Through Aug. 12
The United Family is again partnering with Lubbock, Texas-area schools to host “Project SOS: Supply our Students,” a school supply drive for local students in need. Through Aug. 12, guests are encouraged to make a cash donation during checkout or purchase school supplies and drop them into barrels located near the entrance of any United […]
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Molson Coors CEO Retiring, Successor Named
Molson Coors Brewing Co. says that, after a 40-year career in the beer business, CEO and President Peter S. Swinburn will retire from the company and its board of directors on Dec. 31. The board has named Mark R. Hunter, currently CEO and president of Molson Coors Europe and a 25-year industry veteran, CEO and […]
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Walmart Names New President And CEO For U.S. Operations
Walmart on Thursday said that Greg Foran, 53, has been promoted to president and CEO of Walmart U.S. Foran succeeds Bill Simon who has been in the role since June 2010 and will be transitioning out of the company. Foran will assume his responsibilities Aug. 9 and will report directly to Walmart President and CEO […]
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Little Soya Will Be First Gluten-Free Soy Sauce Launched Into Space
Little Soya will be the first gluten-free soy sauce launched into space when the European Space Agency’s Ariane 5 ES rocket launches on July 29 at 7:44 p.m. (EDT) from the Guiana Space Center in French Guiana. The ATV-5 (automated transfer vehicle) is a cargo-carrying spacecraft designed to deliver supplies and equipment to the orbiting […]
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Denver Approves New Urban Farming Law Allowing Some Sales From Homes
The City of Denver could become one big farmer’s market after the city council recently approved a new law that allows Denver residents to sell products they grow and make from their homes. The new law, which took effect July 18, applies to fresh produce residents have grown themselves and cottage foods such as jams […]
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New TIPA Event Will Promote U.S./Mexico Border & Produce Diversity
The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) is replacing its former Texas Produce Convention with a new event next year—the VIVA Fresh Conference and Expo, showcasing produce grown in the southwestern U.S. and Mexico. The expo is planned for March 26-28, 2015, at the Hilton Austin in Austin, Texas. “We’re incredibly excited to debut this new […]
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WinCo Foods Debuting New Duncanville, Texas, Store On Thursday
WinCo Foods will open its third Texas discount supermarket Thursday. The 89,500-s.f. Duncanville store is located at 800 S. Cockrell Hill Rd. The store will initially employ approximately 170 people, 160 of which have been hired locally. Chenille Oggs, who has been with WinCo for nearly eight years, is the Duncanville store manager and transfers from […]
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GMDC Debuts New Website
The Global Market Development Center (GMDC) has revamped its public facing website at gmdc.org to add more responsive features, modern designs and user-friendly aspects that fully encapsulate the association’s dedication to providing the most advanced technology for members and non-members. The new GMDC site was officially introduced to GMDC members during the recent 2014 Health […]
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Phase II Expansion At Ruiz Foods Texas Manufacturing Plant Under Way
Ruiz Food Products today announced the Phase II Expansion of its Denison, Texas, manufacturing facility. One year ago—on June 19, 2013—Ruiz Foods announced a building expansion that included the installation of equipment for Phase I. “With Phase II we will continue to meet the growing demand in key market segments,” said Ruiz Foods President and CEO […]
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Brookshire Grocery Co. Names Two New Officers, Announces Other Leadership Changes
Tyler, Texas-based Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) has announced the promotions of two officers, along with several other changes to its leadership team. Brian Johnson has been promoted to SVP-division manager, and Ray Harrison has been promoted to VP of center store for category management. Johnson most recently served as VP-district manager for 13 Tyler-area Brookshire’s stores. […]
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Artisanal Online Grocery Service Plans To Expand Into Five New Markets By Year End
Chicago-based Artizone, an online grocery shopping service offering a curated collection of artisanal foods from local artisans and purveyors delivered to consumers’ doors, plans to expand into five new markets by the end of the year. Currently, Artizone serves customers in Chicago and Dallas. Austin, Texas, the first of the five new markets to launch, […]
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Pilgrim’s Pride Withdraws Proposal To Acquire Hillshire After Tyson Raises Its Offer
Pilgrim’s Pride Corp. today said it has withdrawn its proposal to acquire The Hillshire Brands Co. Pilgrim’s says its decision to withdraw follows today’s announcement by Tyson Foods to raise its bid to acquire Hillshire, from $50 per share to $63 per share in cash. The transaction is valued at approximately $8.55 billion. Tyson’s first […]