Kroger gets FDA authorization for at-home COVID test

The grocer will make the collection kit available to employees this week and, along with partner Gravity Diagnostics, plans to process up to 60,000 tests weekly by the end of July.

By Jeff Wells • July 1, 2020

More consumers are shopping both online and in-store

Two-thirds of Gen Z shoppers and 61% of millennials say they're now shopping both channels, according to a new report from Retail Feedback Group. 

By Jessica Dumont • July 1, 2020

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

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Grocers pull social media ads as pressure on Facebook mounts

Grocers including Albertsons, Southeastern Grocers and Target have joined a growing list of advertisers pressing social media platforms to combat hate speech.

By Sam Silverstein • July 1, 2020

Wegmans is permanently closing its Pub restaurants

The retailer announced it will close all 12 locations across three states to focus on adding new quick-service meal options.

By Jeff Wells • June 30, 2020

Giant Food merges e-commerce services into updated platform

The grocer will transition Peapod users' account information into its revamped Giantfood.com platform, which also includes a new app. 

By Jessica Dumont • June 30, 2020

Inside the store: Raley's O-N-E Market

The 35,000-square-foot store is modeled after a ski lodge and will serve as a testing ground for the grocer's latest health initiatives.

By Krishna Thakker • June 30, 2020

Albertsons CEO looks ahead after disappointing IPO

In an interview with Grocery Dive, Vivek Sankaran shrugged off the company's lower-than-expected share price and discussed how it will capitalize on favorable consumer trends long term.

By Jeff Wells • June 29, 2020

USDA predicts grocery prices will see their largest annual increase since 2011

The average increase of 3% is due in part to the surge in demand for meat, poultry and fish caused by the pandemic.

By Krishna Thakker • June 29, 2020

Cub Foods to open temporary stores as it rebuilds Minneapolis locations

The grocer will also provide free bus service to full-size locations while it works to reopen a pair of supermarkets damaged during unrest following the death of George Floyd.

By Sam Silverstein • June 29, 2020

Schnucks doubles down on sourcing local produce

The company has partnered with startup Foodshed.io — part of its effort to buy more than $5 million worth of produce and other goods from farmers in communities it serves in 2020. 

By Krishna Thakker • June 26, 2020

UFCW asks grocers to pay workers at least $15 per hour

As COVID-19 cases increase, the labor union is also seeking face-mask requirements in all states.

By Sam Silverstein • June 26, 2020

Target extends grocery pickup to more than 1,000 stores

The updates put the company well over halfway toward its goal of 1,500 stores by the holidays.

By Jeff Wells • Updated July 21, 2020

7-Eleven launches contactless payment for fill-ups

The adoption of mobile payment programs is increasing during the pandemic, but going fully contactless at the pump isn't possible for most consumers.

By Krishna Thakker • June 25, 2020

Ingles Markets to give employees another bonus

The $5 million in payments represent the second pandemic-related cash distribution to employees by the southeastern grocery chain.

By Sam Silverstein • June 25, 2020

FreshDirect adds 'Express' delivery service in NYC

The two-hour grocery delivery service will roll out in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens, and will also add grocery pickup in high-demand areas of the Northeast.

By Jessica Dumont • June 25, 2020

Grocers fall short on worker protections, report says

With profits surging, companies can do more to take care of their employees both during and after the pandemic, according to Oxfam America.

By Jessica Dumont • June 24, 2020

Thrive Market launches frozen meals

The online retailer is tapping into the growing category with a private label line of 11 single-serve bowls and skillets.

By Krishna Thakker • June 24, 2020

Giant Food adds electric vehicle charging stations

The chain will allow customers at select stores to charge plug-in vehicles for free while they shop.

By Sam Silverstein • June 24, 2020

Retailers want to bring back sampling, but with modifications

Grocers expect it will be a while before in-store demos resume, but in the meantime they're exploring in-between options like pre-packaged and online sampling.

By Krishna Thakker • June 23, 2020

The Giant Company opens bee-friendly solar field at HQ

The seven-acre project, which includes more than 20 varieties of native wildflowers, will contribute to the company's clean energy efforts and support bee populations that improve food crops. 

By Krishna Thakker • June 23, 2020

Brandless is back

Less than six months after going out of business, the online retailer is returning with new leadership that's determined to correct its mistakes and finally deliver on its potential. 

By Jeff Wells • June 22, 2020

Raley's opens 'dark' store in response to COVID-19

Giant Eagle, meanwhile, has reopened a dark store in Ohio as grocers continue to navigate e-commerce fulfillment during the pandemic.

By Krishna Thakker • June 22, 2020

Canadian grocers say they did not coordinate on ending pandemic pay

The heads of Loblaws, Empire and Metro said that while they were in communication in the weeks leading up to June 13, they came to their decisions independently.

By Sam Silverstein • Updated July 15, 2020

Amazon extends SNAP program participation

The online retailer will accept benefits from customers in 36 states for purchases from Amazon Grocery, Amazon Pantry and Amazon Fresh. 

By Jessica Dumont • June 19, 2020

Most shoppers plan to keep loading their pantries, survey finds

A PwC survey found that customers are still worried about their safety and until COVID-19 is fully resolved, they plan to continue stocking up and avoiding restaurants.

By Krishna Thakker • June 19, 2020