Blue Apron trims losses in Q1

Sales and customer count continued to slide as the meal kit company announced a new same-day delivery pilot in the San Francisco Bay Area.

By Krishna Thakker • April 30, 2019

Lyft expands grocery rides program to 15 cities

The program offers rides to and from stores starting at $2.50 for families in low-income or rural areas deemed food deserts.

By Jennifer Sweeney • April 29, 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

Wellness plans provide few benefits, study of BJ's Wholesale Club reveals

The 18-month study revealed better health behaviors, but no movement in healthcare spending or absenteeism.

By Lisa Burden • April 29, 2019

Weis Markets to invest $109M to remodel stores, bolster e-commerce

The money will be used to open a location in Bedminster, Pennsylvania, renovate 14 stores and six fuel stations, improve supply chain logistics and upgrade technology. 

By Lauren Manning • April 26, 2019

Amazon 'morphing' free Prime 2-day shipping to 1 day

The e-commerce giant is investing some $800 million to upgrade the infrastructure for its most-appreciated Prime membership perk.

By Daphne Howland • April 26, 2019

Amazon adds condiments to fast-growing private label lineup

The retailer is rolling out its first ever salsas, mustards, oils and vinegars under the Solimo and Happy Belly names.

By Krishna Thakker • April 26, 2019

UK regulators block Walmart's $9.4B Asda deal

The merger with Sainsbury’s would have created the country’s largest chain and netted Walmart $4 billion.

By Jeff Wells • April 25, 2019

FreshDirect to source chicken from Blue Apron co-founder's new company

This is the first distribution deal for Arkansas-based Cooks Venture, which launched last month and focuses on regenerative agriculture.

By Lauren Manning • April 25, 2019

Albertsons: We're not 'playing catch-up' in e-commerce

While the chain hasn't forged a transformative deal like other large-scale competitors, executives say it’s making incremental moves to stay ahead.

By Jeff Wells • April 25, 2019

Albertsons' new CEO has a tough job on his hands

Vivek Sankaran must effectively manage the company's debt load while capitalizing on its unique assets and exploring M&A possibilities, writes global retail and supply chain consultant Brittain Ladd.

By Brittain Ladd • April 24, 2019

Instacart adds incentives to improve worker relations

The e-grocer, which has been criticized for lack of transparency and low pay, has added new tools this month aimed at providing additional flexibility and support for contractors.

By Jessica Dumont • April 24, 2019

Stop & Shop strike hits Ahold Delhaize's bottom line

The company estimates the 11-day strike will impact underlying profit by as much as $110 million.

By Jennifer Sweeney • April 24, 2019

Walmart turns to transparency with its own beef supply chain

Five hundred of its stores across the southeastern U.S. will carry Angus beef cuts such as steaks and roasts from regional providers.

By Jessica Dumont • April 24, 2019

UNFI streamlines leadership team

Supervalu CEO Sean Griffin will take on the role of chief operating officer as the company aligns its executives under UNFI following last year's acquisition.

By Jeff Wells • April 23, 2019

Mass retailer private label sales dominate national brands

Store brand sales volume in the channel has surged by 41% over the past five years, according to the Private Label Manufacturers Association. 

By Krishna Thakker • April 23, 2019

Albertsons to reduce plastic packaging by 2025

The retailer joins a growing list of supermarkets reducing their reliance on single-use plastic packaging.

By Lauren Manning • April 23, 2019

On tap: Giant Eagle's BeerVan to deliver in Pittsburgh

The retailer will offer customers two-hour delivery of their favorite brews in tightly regulated Pennsylvania.  

By Jessica Dumont • April 23, 2019

Good Eggs enlists shoppers' help to develop more sustainable packaging

Beginning next month, the San Francisco-based online grocer will charge shoppers extra for peak-time deliveries, then use that money to fund reusable ice packs, compostable bags and more.

By Krishna Thakker • April 22, 2019

Giant Food pilots produce prescriptions

The grocer joins the "food as medicine" movement with its participation in the Produce Rx program, which launches with 500 customers from one Washington, D.C. store.

By Jennifer Sweeney • April 22, 2019

Tops Market commits $40M to upgrade stores

The northeast chain's first major investment in stores since emerging from bankruptcy will include new décor and equipment, as well as enhanced produce, bakery and deli departments. 

By Lauren Manning • April 22, 2019

Back on the job: Stop & Shop workers end strike

More than a week after walking off the job, grocery store employees across New England will return to work today. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 22, 2019

One week in, Stop & Shop strike has no end in sight

Analysts say customer loyalty could take a hit as workers picket without wages and stores remain closed or are operating on limited resources.

By Jessica Dumont • April 18, 2019

Regional grocers reign supreme in latest Consumer Reports poll

Price still drives consumers' decision on where to shop but breadth of product offerings and produce quality are also key factors.

By Lauren Manning • April 18, 2019

Having to share personal data turns consumers away from loyalty programs, study says

Shoppers are also reluctant to join programs that require app downloads, but 76% of surveyed Americans said they would be more likely to join a program that required just their name and phone number.

By Laura Klepacki • April 18, 2019

Smart & Final to be acquired by Apollo for $1.1B

The purchase amounts to a buyback for the private equity firm, which sold the warehouse chain back in 2012 for $975 million.

By Jeff Wells • April 17, 2019