H-E-B establishes $1M fund to battle racial injustice

"Treating all people with dignity and respect is at the core of what unites us," the grocer's president, Craig Boyan, said in a video posted to Facebook.

By Krishna Thakker • June 4, 2020

Food Lion to acquire 62 stores from Southeastern Grocers

The deal coincides with an announcement from Southeastern Grocers that it will exit the Bi-Lo brand and seek strategic alternatives, including potential sales, for its remaining stores.

By Jeff Wells • June 3, 2020

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Blue Apron collaborates with award-winning chef Tim Hollingsworth

The L.A.-based restaurateur will create exclusive recipes for the meal kit company that will include summer staples inspired by California cuisine and other flavors. 

By Krishna Thakker • June 3, 2020

Grocers scramble to protect workers and stores as protests continue

Supermarkets have shortened hours and closed stores in response to unrest and looting in cities across the country.

By Sam Silverstein • June 3, 2020

Pilgrim's Pride executives among those indicted on price-fixing charges

The DOJ charged current and former leadership at the chicken processor as well as Claxton Poultry Farms with conspiring to fix prices for chickens sold to grocers and restaurants from 2012 to 2017.

By Lillianna Byington • June 3, 2020

Food Lion adds digital coupons to its online grocery services

Shoppers can now apply the discounts to their pickup or delivery orders, as well as redeem their Shop & Earn rewards points. 

By Lauren Manning • June 3, 2020

FMI names ex-Wegmans dietitian to lead its health and wellness initiatives

Krystal Register will serve as the point person on all health and well-being policy, operations and communications for the industry association.​

By Krishna Thakker • June 2, 2020

Aramark opens pop-up grocery stores in healthcare facilities

The foodservice company has set up more than 100 mini food markets to serve frontline medical staff at their workplaces.

By Sam Silverstein • June 2, 2020

Cub Foods adds agency of record for digital marketing

This is the first time that the Minnesota-based retailer has retained an outside agency to lead its digital marketing efforts. 

By Lauren Manning • June 2, 2020

In-store meal kits are poised for a rebound

The format could yet prove its value as people continue to cook at home during the pandemic and new models emerge.

By Jessica Dumont • June 1, 2020

Bi-Lo adds delivery service to most stores through Instacart

Instacart will fulfill online delivery orders at more than 70 locations operated by the southeastern grocery chain.

By Sam Silverstein • June 1, 2020

Target, Walmart and other stores damaged during protests

Grocers including Kroger, Cub Foods and Vons also had locations damaged over the weekend as looting and protests roiled cities across the U.S.

By Krishna Thakker • June 1, 2020

Costco will revive store sampling this summer

The club retailer, which saw U.S. store traffic decline 2% in Q3, hopes to spur shopper interest by bringing back fundamental parts of its store experience.

By Jeff Wells • May 29, 2020

Why the pandemic was a windfall for (some) dollar stores

Sales and profit growth at Dollar General were explosive as customers stocked up and stayed close to home during the pandemic. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 29, 2020

Whole Foods, King Soopers top rankings of plant-based food sellers

According to a report from The Good Food Institute, the two companies had the best overall rankings across all categories, including product assortment, merchandising and marketing.

By Krishna Thakker • May 29, 2020

Stop & Shop extends 10% pay increase

The supermarket chain said it will continue offering the extra pay to workers through July 4.

By Sam Silverstein • May 29, 2020

Southeastern Grocers to open 8 Winn-Dixie stores in Florida

Four former Lucky's Markets and four Earth Fare locations will be converted to the southern grocery banner, with grand openings planned for later this year.

By Jessica Dumont • May 28, 2020

Aldi expands curbside grocery pickup to 600 stores

As shoppers continue to adopt click-and-collect, the discount grocer plans to roll out the service to locations in 35 states by the end of July.

By Sam Silverstein • May 28, 2020

Lidl opens 100th US store in Atlanta suburb

Nearly three years after entering the U.S., the discount food retailer is behind the pace it initially envisioned but quickly adjusting and ramping up its operations.

By Sam Silverstein • May 28, 2020

Grocery delivery growth is flattening, survey reveals

The percentage of U.S. consumers who said they're using delivery more than before remained the same between mid-April to mid-May, while restaurant takeout and delivery frequencies both increased, according to Gallup.

By Krishna Thakker , Jeff Wells • May 28, 2020

Wegmans adjusts approach to opening stores

The chain confirmed it will open three previously announced stores this year but said it will offer a “targeted timeframe” and avoid grand-opening events.

By Jeff Wells • May 27, 2020

Online grocery shoppers favor Walmart during pandemic, survey shows

The company’s extensive network of brick-and-mortar stores is a key factor in its broad appeal to e-commerce customers.

By Sam Silverstein • May 27, 2020

6 strategies for grocers preparing for the new e-commerce future

Retail experts share insights into how food retailers can retool their online operations in response to the pandemic.

By Sam Silverstein , Jeff Wells • May 26, 2020

Giant Food formally names Ira Kress as president

The 36-year company veteran, who was named interim president last June, has worked across departments including retail, human resources, training and labor relations.

By Jessica Dumont • May 26, 2020

Kroger launches free telenutrition service

The grocer is offering shoppers personalized assistance in developing healthy shopping lists.

By Sam Silverstein • May 22, 2020