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The Giant Company opens bee-friendly solar field at HQ
The seven-acre project, which includes more than 20 varieties of native wildflowers, will contribute to the company's clean energy efforts and support bee populations that improve food crops.
By Krishna Thakker • June 23, 2020 -
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Brandless is back
Less than six months after going out of business, the online retailer is returning with new leadership that's determined to correct its mistakes and finally deliver on its potential.
By Jeff Wells • June 22, 2020 -
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Raley's opens 'dark' store in response to COVID-19
Giant Eagle, meanwhile, has reopened a dark store in Ohio as grocers continue to navigate e-commerce fulfillment during the pandemic.
By Krishna Thakker • June 22, 2020 -
Canadian grocers say they did not coordinate on ending pandemic pay
The heads of Loblaws, Empire and Metro said that while they were in communication in the weeks leading up to June 13, they came to their decisions independently.
By Sam Silverstein • Updated July 15, 2020 -
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Amazon extends SNAP program participation
The online retailer will accept benefits from customers in 36 states for purchases from Amazon Grocery, Amazon Pantry and Amazon Fresh.
By Jessica Dumont • June 19, 2020 -
Most shoppers plan to keep loading their pantries, survey finds
A PwC survey found that customers are still worried about their safety and until COVID-19 is fully resolved, they plan to continue stocking up and avoiding restaurants.
By Krishna Thakker • June 19, 2020 -
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Kroger's omnichannel investments pay off big in Q1
Store comps grew 19% and digital sales rose 92% as the grocer capitalized, both in stores and online, on the boom in at-home eating.
By Jeff Wells • June 18, 2020 -
BJ's looks to capitalize as consumer buying habits shift
The membership-based retailer continues to record elevated sales, but it's also seeing suppliers reduce variety to meet demand for products.
By Sam Silverstein • June 18, 2020 -
Albertsons prices IPO below expected range
The grocery chain is going public at a price of $16 per share, lower than the $18-to-$20 level it had expected.
By Sam Silverstein • Updated June 26, 2020 -
H-E-B customers petition retailer to reinstate face mask mandate
More than 44,000 people have asked the Texas grocer to restore the rule even though the state does not require it.
By Krishna Thakker • June 18, 2020 -
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DoorDash teams up with CVS for same-day delivery
This is the first pharmacy partnership for the delivery platform, which has been steadily expanding with retailers.
By Jessica Dumont • June 17, 2020 -
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E-grocery startup claims to put ordering on 'autopilot'
For $45 a month, Jupiter uses an algorithm to plan customers' grocery lists and weekly meals.
By Krishna Thakker • June 17, 2020 -
Grocery sales growth slows as restaurants and other retailers reopen
Grocery sales rose 1.3% in May compared to April while overall retail sales rose 17.7%, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
By Sam Silverstein • June 17, 2020 -
Target sets $15 hourly starting wage
The retailer is meeting a goal it set three years ago to boost pay, and is adding temporary benefits during the pandemic like a bonus and paid leave.
By Daphne Howland • June 17, 2020 -
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Giant Eagle will launch a new line of meal kits next month
As retailers continue to capitalize on the at-home cooking boom, the Pittsburgh-based grocer will roll out a line of ready-to-cook meals at 40 stores.
By Jessica Dumont • June 16, 2020 -
Ahold Delhaize releases human rights report
The company has identified six issues it plans to work on initially, which will affect its operations and help shape its company policies.
By Jessica Dumont • June 16, 2020 -
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Walmart tests self-checkout-only store
The location in Fayetteville, Arkansas, will not include traditional cash registers in order to reduce person-to-person contact.
By Krishna Thakker • June 16, 2020 -
Albertsons ends 'appreciation pay' for employees
The chain will distribute a bonus based on the time employees worked between March 15 and June 13.
By Sam Silverstein • June 16, 2020 -
Seattle passes hazard pay bill for food delivery drivers
The city council unanimously passed the rule requiring food delivery companies like Instacart to pay drivers an additional $2.50 per trip.
By Jeff Wells • Updated June 16, 2020 -
Store visits increased in May, report reveals
Year-over-year store traffic at 12 major U.S. grocers improved nearly 10% over April, according to data from Placer.ai.
By Krishna Thakker • June 15, 2020 -
Schnucks to close its only Iowa store due to weak sales
The closure is the latest in a string of operational changes the grocer has made over the past year as it looks to right-size its business.
By Sam Silverstein • June 15, 2020 -
Instacart raises $225M in new funding
The grocery delivery service, which has seen its market share surge as consumers shop more online, is now valued at $13.7 billion.
By Jessica Dumont • June 12, 2020 -
Grocery manager openings increased 648% on Glassdoor between March, May
Grocers have led the way in job openings during the pandemic as overall job listings on the employment site declined 29% over the two-month period.
By Ryan Golden • June 12, 2020 -
Ocado to raise $1.3B as online grocery sales power ahead
The company sees an opportunity for growth as the grocers it partners with position themselves to meet rising e-commerce demand.
By Sam Silverstein • June 12, 2020 -
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UFCW calls on Congress to better protect workers
Union president Marc Perrone said 225 essential workers among its members have died of COVID-19 and more than 29,000 have been infected or exposed during the pandemic.
By Jessica Dumont • June 11, 2020
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