Grocery store openings up nearly 30%

Despite shrinking investments in 2018, food retailers added more than 17 million square feet of retail space, according to real estate firm JLL. 

By Krishna Thakker • March 28, 2019

Lidl opens 'Express' mini store

The 1,000-square-foot site is located on the ground floor of the company’s Arlington, Virginia headquarters. 

By Jeff Wells • March 28, 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

Ahold Delhaize turns to AI-powered distribution

With its new end-to-end supply chain system, the company hopes to boost efficiency and provide fresher products for customers

By Jeff Wells • March 28, 2019

Retailers are updating sustainable seafood standards

H-E-B and BJ's both plan to adjust sourcing and provide more transparency around their frozen, fresh and shelf-stable offerings. 

By Krishna Thakker • March 27, 2019

Walmart aims for American-made products with latest 'open call'

Buyers at the company's sixth annual event will look for innovative new offerings during a two-day pitch bonanza at its headquarters.

By Lauren Manning • March 27, 2019

Walmart to close 8 Neighborhood Markets

The small-format store closures, which are taking place across seven states, come as the retailer's grocery sales continue to rise.

By Jessica Dumont • March 26, 2019

7-Eleven lab store offers organic fare, in-store taqueria

The convenience chain is the latest to update its look with freshly made foods, a healthier product assortment and on-trend offerings.

By Lauren Manning • March 26, 2019

Price Rite rolls out new store concept in Connecticut

The opening of five rebranded Marketplace stores follows a successful test run in Pennsylvania.

By Jessica Dumont • March 26, 2019

IGA appoints new director of private label

The grocery cooperative has tapped a specialty retail veteran to oversee its first store brand refresh in more than a decade.

By Lauren Manning • March 25, 2019

FreshDirect fights back

CEO David McInerney said the e-grocer is "turning up the throttle" at its new New York City fulfillment center as it battles for customers and pushes into new markets.

By Krishna Thakker • March 25, 2019

QFC stores will eliminate single-use plastic bags

The Kroger banner is taking a big first step in the company's Zero Hunger | Zero Waste program with the ban, which begins April 1.

By Jennifer Sweeney • March 25, 2019

Whole Foods' first 'Beauty Swap' promotes clean body care products

The grocer will give away free items at the event, which comes on the heels of parent company Amazon's push into the segment with its own skin care line.  

By Jennifer Sweeney • March 22, 2019

Could Aldi's new scaled-down store come to the US?

The discounter opened its first Aldi Local location in south London featuring a reduced assortment and smaller pack sizes.

By Jeff Wells • March 22, 2019

Schnucks adds new features to mobile app

New features on Schnucks Rewards will help shoppers manage their lists and glean nutrition information on the products they buy.

By Jessica Dumont • March 22, 2019

Retailers revamp rewards to draw shoppers

New Seasons Market has launched its first rewards program while Giant Eagle has expanded its fuelperks program. 

By Jessica Dumont • March 21, 2019

Target's Archer Farms coffee to be fair trade certified by 2022

The mass retailer will expand its certified offerings alongside a number of other grocers that sell fair trade private label coffee products.

By Lauren Manning • March 21, 2019

Brandless co-founder Tina Sharkey steps down as CEO

Nearly two years after launching the business, Sharkey will shift into a new role as co-chair of the board of directors.

By Corinne Ruff • March 21, 2019

Walmart CTO departs after laying digital groundwork

During his tenure, Jeremy King aided Walmart Labs' acquisitions, opened four more tech offices and set the retailer up to compete with rival Amazon.

By Samantha Schwartz • March 21, 2019

Kroger sells Turkey Hill brand

Private equity firm Peak Rock Capital acquired the CPG business for an undisclosed amount as Kroger focuses on its house brands.

By Jeff Wells • March 20, 2019

Supermarkets won't beat Aldi and Lidl on price alone

Traditional grocers are trying to compete as the discounters expand, but Brick Meets Click says the price fight is a losing proposition. 

By Jessica Dumont • March 20, 2019

H-E-B introduces limited edition rodeo-scented soaps

The lineup, which includes snow cone and funnel cake scents, honors one of Texas' favorite pastimes and has generated considerable buzz among shoppers.

By Lauren Manning • March 19, 2019

Philadelphia ShopRite owner blames soda tax for closure

While the city's soda tax has challenged some grocers, others are opening new locations and operating without issue. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • March 18, 2019

Kroger expands Pinterest tie-up with first-party data ad targeting

A Pinterest push for the Greek yogurt category used Kroger's data for targeting, producing a 53% traffic lift and 15% lower cost per engagement.

By Erica Sweeney • March 15, 2019

Pardon the Disruption: Amazon's private label odyssey

All signs point to the e-commerce giant gearing up for a major push in own brand groceries.

By Jeff Wells • March 15, 2019

BJ's unveils 5 new private label wines

The wholesale club's Wellsley Farms wine will help keep it competitive with other major retailers, including Target and Costco.

By Lauren Manning • March 14, 2019