Plant-based food market value hits $4.5B, with sales growing 11% in the last year

Data from The Good Food Institute and the Plant Based Foods Association shows the alternative products grew five times faster than the entire market.

By Cathy Siegner • July 18, 2019

Ahold Delhaize is building a fresh foods processing facility

The Rhode Island-based facility will supply prepared foods and value-added items to Hannaford and Stop & Shop banners in the region.

By Lauren Manning • July 18, 2019

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Grocery loyalty

Food retailers are depending on techniques designed to build and maintain connections with customers as they strive to stand out.

By Grocery Dive staff

Was Prime Day a grocery win for Amazon? Four experts weigh in

The company along with Whole Foods ran a slew of online and in-store promotions, though the ultimate measure of success may be a record number of Prime membership signups.

By Jessica Dumont • July 18, 2019

Blue Apron adds Beyond Meat to meal kit menu

The meal kit company's stock surged 53% following the announcement after several months of lackluster performance.

By Lauren Manning • July 17, 2019

Grocers piggyback on Prime Day

Across the U.S., retailers are taking direct shots at Amazon with their own sales, deals and discounts to boost their bottom lines.

By Jessica Dumont • July 16, 2019

Analysts are a 'go' for Grocery Outlet stock

The discount grocer's unique model, stable business performance and memorable shopping experience point to long-term success, according to reports from Jefferies and Cowen.

By Lauren Manning • July 16, 2019

Lunds & Byerlys exits the pharmacy business

Once seen as a benefit, pharmacies are now a bust for some grocery chains as fees increase and reimbursement rates drop. 

By Jessica Dumont • July 15, 2019

Food 4 Less, Smart FoodService join the food delivery fight

Shipt will provide same-day delivery for Smart Foodservice Warehouses, while Food 4 Less has tapped Instacart.

By Lauren Manning • July 15, 2019

Costco's Kirkland products appear on Amazon

The online retailer sells many products from the club store's private label line including snacks, clothing and vitamins, but is charging a higher price. 

By Krishna Thakker • July 12, 2019

Publix, Wegmans are tops for young workers

The two grocers have made Fortune's "100 Best Workplaces For Millennials" list four years in a row for their strong cultures, opportunities for growth, benefits and employee appreciation.

By Jessica Dumont • July 12, 2019

Whole Foods trials another meal kit line

The grocer is adding kits from Ayesha Curry's Homemade brand in two California locations, featuring recipes like honey-lime chicken and baked penne primavera.

By Lauren Manning • July 12, 2019

Kroger targets Atlanta for its next automated fulfillment center

The grocer’s fourth Ocado-powered automated warehouse will open just south of the city in 2021.

By Jeff Wells • July 11, 2019

Vertical farming outfit raises $100M in funding

AeroFarms will use the investment to expand its warehouse facilities and explore growing different types of produce.

By Lauren Manning • July 10, 2019

Amazon unveils Prime Day deals at Whole Foods

The retailer will offer a full week of discounts at the grocery chain as it seeks to boost traffic and generate more Prime signups.

By Jessica Dumont • July 9, 2019

Giant Food goes for grocery pickup

The banner is the latest under Ahold Delhaize to get the service, signifying the parent company's commitment to e-commerce expansion.

By Lauren Manning • July 9, 2019

Grocery brands to cover losses on Amazon Prime Day

Instead of the $500 placement fee it charged in years prior, Amazon will require vendors to pay for any lost profits with "additional funding." 

By Lauren Manning • July 8, 2019

Target heads to campus with small format stores

The retailer will open three locations near universities before school starts, offering grab-and-go food items, household essentials and school supplies.

By Jessica Dumont • July 8, 2019

Aldi expands 'Local' concept in London

The discounter recently opened seven additional scaled-down locations under the new brand, including its smallest store in the U.K.

By Jeff Wells • July 2, 2019

Meijer employees promote quality in new ad campaign

The retailer's new TV commercials spotlight its high standards and team members' knowledge of departments like meat, produce and bakery.

By Krishna Thakker • July 2, 2019

Stop & Shop introduces 'Free-Days' to boost in-store visits, app use

Following a disruptive strike in April, the company aims to reestablish customer loyalty and differentiate itself in the competitive Northeast. 

By Jessica Dumont • July 2, 2019

Sam's Club launches Q&A app for associates

Employees can use the new tech to obtain information about product availability and staff schedules.

By Lisa Rowan • July 1, 2019

Kroger to bring Treasure Emporiyum to 200 Marketplace stores

The private label merchandising displays began testing close to the company’s headquarters last year.

By Jeff Wells • June 28, 2019

Fresh Thyme announces changes to its executive team

The Midwest grocer has named a new Chief Operating Officer and a new Chief Merchandising Officer.

By Jennifer Sweeney • June 28, 2019

Walmart quashes local grocery competition, report says

The retail giant claims 50% or more of grocery sales in more than 200 towns and cities across the U.S., according to the Institute for Local Self-Reliance. 

By Jessica Dumont • Updated June 28, 2019

Supreme Court ruling could boost retail alcohol sales

The court struck down a Tennessee law that required retailers to reside in the state for at least two years before selling alcohol, opening expansion prospects in states with similar residency laws.

By Krishna Thakker • June 27, 2019