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Q&AHow the Ukraine conflict and supply chain chaos could play out in food prices
Wells Fargo chief agricultural economist Michael Swanson is already seeing improvements in inflationary pressures such as labor and transportation, even as "the next wave" of increases takes hold.
By Chris Casey • March 23, 2022 -
Courtesy of The Fresh Market
The Fresh Market's first-ever loyalty program brings customization to the store level
"The Ultimate Loyalty Program" offers perks like digital coupons, purchase frequency rewards for select departments and a free slice of cake during a member's birthday month.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 23, 2022 -
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TrendlineGrocery loyalty
Food retailers are depending on techniques designed to build and maintain connections with customers as they strive to stand out.
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Inside the Store: Bristol Farms' first Newfound Market location
The 34,000-square-foot food hall-focused store in Irvine, California, includes several fast-casual food venues as well as a full-service Italian restaurant that offers seating for 120 people.
By Sam Silverstein • March 23, 2022 -
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Walmart signs up for West Coast food waste-reduction project
As a member of the Pacific Coast Food Waste Commitment, the retailer will provide data that will help give a more precise estimate of waste across the retail sector and identify key "hot spots" to focus on.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 22, 2022 -
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OpinionThe crisis after the crisis: What grocers can expect after an active shooter incident
Food retail managers should be prepared to handle external communication and support for victims and their families in the aftermath of violence, writes security expert William Flynn.
By William Flynn • March 22, 2022 -
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Target, Amazon debut sustainable store concepts
Target introduced its first net-zero energy store, while an Amazon Fresh store is pursuing a net-zero carbon certification.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 21, 2022 -
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Instacart's Road to IPOInstacart's rebrand reflects speedy evolution of grocery delivery
Alongside a modernized look, Instacart is placing a greater emphasis on retail partnerships and calling attention to brands like CVS and Publix.
By Sara Karlovitch • March 21, 2022 -
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SpartanNash, activist investor group sparring over company's direction
The investors — led by Macellum Advisors and Ancora Holdings Group — want to replace SpartanNash Chairman Douglas Hacker and two other board members with three directors they have nominated.
By Sam Silverstein • March 21, 2022 -
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Gopuff names new head of Kitchen division
Amelia Riba brings international experience to the role, having previously served as chief brand officer for Pizza Hut in Europe and Latin America.
By Jeff Wells • March 18, 2022 -
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US rapid grocery delivery space consolidates further
Buyk and Fridge No More shuttered recently while Getir unveiled a $768 million Series E round Thursday to expand. The remaining players should diversify their operating models to survive, one analyst said.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 17, 2022 -
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Walmart hiring 50K associates for its US operations in Q1
The retailer also plans to add 5,000 to its global technology team, including cybersecurity specialists, data scientists and engineers.
By Ben Unglesbee • March 16, 2022 -
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Amazon Fresh launches plant-based private label line
The new collection includes 15 products at launch, and continues a private label explosion for the budding grocery chain.
By Jeff Wells • March 16, 2022 -
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Giant Food makes grocery pickup free
The change follows the grocer's decision in September to eliminate minimum order requirements for pickup and lower costs for delivery orders.
By Sam Silverstein • March 16, 2022 -
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Value and convenience lead the way as Amazon leans toward grocery stores
Total foot traffic at Whole Foods Market stores dropped 15% year-over-year in the fourth quarter of 2021, while visits to Amazon Fresh locations increased 58% by the same measure, according to research firm InMarket.
By Sam Silverstein • March 15, 2022 -
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UNFI raises full-year guidance as it weathers supply chain challenges
Sales to Whole Foods and independent grocers increased by double digits in the company's Q2, but supply chain pressures continue to impact the business.
By Jeff Wells • March 10, 2022 -
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Walmart adds Spotify to Walmart+, gives membership free to staff
As it adds perks to its membership platform, the retailer is gifting it to associates in part so they can promote it to customers.
By Ben Unglesbee • March 9, 2022 -
Courtesy of Buyk
Buyk halts service due to financing roadblock
Unable to access funds from its Russian founders, the U.S.-based ultrafast delivery service has furloughed workers and stopped serving customers until it lines up U.S. funding sources.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 8, 2022 -
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Dollar General plans to add 10K jobs in 2022
The planned 6% increase to its workforce comes at a time when retailers are adding jobs at a brisk clip against a backdrop of low unemployment.
By Sam Silverstein • March 7, 2022 -
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Not just Ocado: How Kroger is boosting store productivity for digital
During a business update Friday, executives said they see stores and automated facilities as two complementary parts in its evolving online fulfillment ecosystem.
By Jeff Wells • March 7, 2022 -
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Meijer advances sustainability efforts with solar power project
The Midwestern retailer has signed a renewable energy purchase agreement that will remove more than 100,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide from its operations.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 7, 2022 -
Amazon to close bookstores, 4-star shops and shift focus to its grocery stores
The e-commerce giant said its brick-and-mortar strategy will now center on its Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods Market, Amazon Go, Amazon Style stores and Just Walk Out technology.
By Kaarin Moore • March 3, 2022 -
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Kroger's stock price soars after Q4 results and 2022 guidance beat projections
The grocer's better-than-expected comps and earnings guidance raised its stock price to its highest level in more than a year and indicated it still has plenty of room to grow in 2022.
By Jeff Wells • March 3, 2022 -
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Instacart unveils $1M program to support women-owned food companies
Starting in April, eligible CPGs will receive free credits they can redeem throughout 2022 to promote their products on Instacart's online marketplace.
By Sam Silverstein • March 3, 2022 -
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Whole Foods has launched a local and emerging brands incubator. Here's what's next.
The grocer is seeking brands for its first cohort and later this year plans to launch a second cohort for existing suppliers who want to expand, said Will Betts, vice president of local merchandising.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 3, 2022 -
Courtesy of HelloFresh
HelloFresh's sales decelerate as it looks to ready-to-eat meals for growth
The meal kit company boosted its active customer count in the U.S. by 35% in Q4, down from the 46% clip it recorded during the same period in 2020.
By Sam Silverstein • March 2, 2022
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