Hy-Vee expands pickup lockers program

The Midwestern grocer is leasing its Aisles Online click-and-collect units to local businesses, including a hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

By Jeff Wells • April 2, 2019

Amazon cuts prices on hundreds of Whole Foods products

Amazon is doubling down on deals for Prime members at Whole Foods, while shoppers without the membership will see prices slashed an average of 20% beginning Wednesday. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 1, 2019

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Challenges and opportunities abound for independent grocers

National Grocers Association CEO Peter Larkin shares why he’s 'bullish' on their future and looks back on 43 years in the business.

By Jessica Dumont • April 1, 2019

Blue Apron looks to boost sales with U.S. culinary tour

The struggling meal kit company has turned to promotions as well as new offerings to revive its business.

By Lauren Manning • April 1, 2019

Albertsons scales back Plated meal kits

The retailer removed the product from its Boise, Idaho stores and plans to temporarily reduce its scope as it focuses on innovation. 

By Krishna Thakker • March 29, 2019

Stew Leonard's breaks ground in New Jersey

The Connecticut-based retailer is bringing its unique offerings to an 80,000-square-foot anchor space in the Paramus Park Mall. 

By Lauren Manning • March 29, 2019

Albertsons appoints Vivek Sankaran president and CEO

The new chief, who will take on the role April 25, previously worked at PepsiCo. He replaces Jim Donald who just took the helm of the Idaho-based grocer in December.

By Jessica Dumont • March 29, 2019

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

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