Top grocery trade shows in 2026

Here’s a rundown of key industry conferences scheduled for next year that will showcase the latest developments, trends and insights in food retailing.

Walmart to remove dozens of artificial ingredients from private label brands

The nation's largest retailer is eliminating synthetic dyes and 30 additional additives commonly associated with ultraprocessed foods.

The Friday Checkout: The party rages on for third-party delivery

Kroger’s expanded partnership with DoorDash and Aldi’s tie-up with Uber highlight just how much grocers still rely on major apps to power e-commerce.

Amazon streamlines private label grocery portfolio

The retailer has introduced Amazon Grocery, a new brand that encompasses more than 1,000 fresh foods, pantry staples and other goods and replaces the retailer’s Amazon Fresh and Happy Belly names.

Kroger to use DoorDash’s DashMart service for delivery

Building on a nationwide partnership announced last week, the grocer will rely on the service’s sites to fulfill groceries and household goods.

Sprouts’ sharp e-commerce growth was unexpected, CEO says

Jack Sinclair spoke about the uptick in online grocery and how the specialty grocer is approaching store and distribution growth across the country. 

H-E-B names new president

The Texas grocery chain has tapped COO Roxanne Orsak to succeed Craig Boyan in January.

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Why Lidl never stops chasing efficiency

“As global as possible, as local as necessary” is the discounter’s strategy as it uses its scale and German parent company to keep costs low, U.S. CEO Joel Rampoldt said at Groceryshop.

Grocery Outlet names new supply chain leader

Scott Fremont started as chief supply chain officer for the grocery chain earlier this month following nearly 18 years with Target.

UNFI reports solid results as it recovers from cyberattack

The grocery retailer and wholesaler has raised its sales expectations to reflect strong performance in recent months, CEO Sandy Douglas said during an earnings call.

How Erewhon is approaching digitally enabled shopping

The upscale chain recently added ordering kiosks and updated its app to create a personalized experience that’s resonating with customers, Chief Growth Officer Kabir Jain said at Groceryshop.

Ahold Delhaize to launch new unified retail media tool

Called Edge, the platform will consolidate a slew of digital channels into a single ecosystem, Bobby Watts, SVP and executive lead of AD Retail Media, said in an interview at Groceryshop.

How Whole Foods is flipping the script on its ‘Whole Paycheck’ reputation

The grocer is leaning into deals and private label products while also offering shoppers “little luxuries," Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer Sonya Gafsi Oblisk said during Groceryshop.

Kroger expands DoorDash relationship amid push toward store-based fulfillment

The e-commerce company will offer delivery of fresh foods, household goods and other products from almost 2,700 of the grocer’s locations.

Uber spruces up its grocery delivery service

The company has added several new features to its platform as well as a freshness guarantee and weekly discounts on produce, meats, eggs and dairy products.

The Friday Checkout: Aldi has finally put its own name on products it sells. What took so long?

The discounter’s shift away from relying on a hodgepodge of unmemorable house labels reflects the ascendance of its brand as a synonym for value.

Giant Eagle to spend $100M to sharpen pitch to shoppers

The Pittsburgh-based grocery chain intends to cut prices, improve service and revitalize stores as it strives to focus on “what truly matters to customers.”

Sprouts to open 20 in-store cafes across Southern California

The specialty grocer is growing its partnership with Klatch Coffee as it continues to expand its footprint and operations. 

Raley’s ramps up food waste prevention efforts

The regional grocer’s partnership with Divert aims to boost donations and turn food that can’t be donated into renewable energy and material to improve soil.

More than a Store: What it’s like to sip and shop at Giant Food’s bar

A recent boozy outing to a store the grocer runs in Washington, D.C., led to a slower trip — and some impulse buys.

Amazon to pay $2.5B to settle charges that it coerced customers into signing up for Prime

The online retailer did not admit any wrongdoing as part of a settlement with the FTC, but agreed to pay $1 billion in penalties and $1.5 billion in refunds to consumers.

Instacart adds SNAP spending tool to smart carts

The tech company has made several updates aimed at helping shoppers track their spending and unlock promotions.

Kroger Precision Marketing expands offsite media capabilities

The grocer’s retail media arm now offers managed-service solutions across channels like programmatic audio and connected TV.

Whole Foods Daily Shop prepares to enter new market

The first location under the small-format concept outside New York City is set to open next month in Arlington, Virginia.

Aldi’s massive private label rebrand

The discounter is launching its first-ever namesake brand and stamping its name on every store brand product in its assortment.