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

Amazon, Walmart join online SNAP pilot

The USDA program, which has launched in New York state, will bring the convenience of online grocery shopping to millions of benefit recipients. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 18, 2019

Shipt tops Consumer Reports grocery delivery poll

The survey evaluated e-commerce providers on delivery experience, timeliness, communication and the quality and freshness of food. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 17, 2019

Kroger's driverless delivery revs up in Houston

Following its initial pilot in Arizona, the retailer is now using autonomous vehicles for grocery delivery to customers across two zip codes. 

By Krishna Thakker • April 17, 2019

Older millennials embrace traditional grocers, online shopping

Younger millennials, meanwhile, are more likely to shop at mass merchandisers and spend money on wellness products and services, notes Coresight Research.

By Krishna Thakker • April 16, 2019

As Amazon launches into energy drinks, how will Monster respond?

The retailer has pushed to develop more private label food and beverage offerings, which could spell trouble for the beverage company. 

By Cathy Siegner • April 12, 2019

Walmart details multimillion-dollar upgrades for 2019

The company outlined how many stores will get overhauls and how much money will be invested in each state as part of its $11 billion spending plan.

By Jessica Dumont • April 11, 2019

Takeoff Technologies to build 50 more micro-fulfillment centers

The startup announced its $150 million project with Knapp, a warehouse logistic and automated solutions provider. 

By Krishna Thakker • April 10, 2019

Target enters the shoppable recipe game with Cooklist

The pilot program in Dallas will allow shoppers to order ingredients for same-day delivery via Shipt.

By Jennifer Sweeney • April 10, 2019

Grocers see a boost in digital engagement with shoppers

More than 63% of shoppers interact with a supermarket digitally, up from 56% in 2017, according to a new study from Retail Feedback Group.

By Lauren Manning • April 9, 2019

Albertsons lays off 10% of Plated's corporate staff

The grocer said the move is intended to reduce expenses and bring the meal kit company further into its operational structure. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 9, 2019

Albertsons' digital media platform tallies 300 CPG campaigns

Pepsi and Yoplait are among the brands that have leveraged the grocer's proprietary shopper data to drive sales and introduce new products.

By Dianna Christe • April 8, 2019

ShopRite targets culinary inspiration with shoppable recipes

The northeast chain has linked up with tech firm Chicory to help shoppers buy ingredients from 1,000 different recipe sites.

By Krishna Thakker • April 3, 2019

Rouses to build its first distribution center

The Southeastern grocer will also move its headquarters from Thibodaux to Schriever, Louisiana as the company continues to grow.

By Jessica Dumont • April 3, 2019

Blue Apron CEO steps down

Brad Dickerson resigned from the top role, effective April 8, with Etsy veteran Linda Findley Kozlowski set to lead the struggling meal kit company.

By Jessica Dumont • April 2, 2019

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

Walmart launches voice-activated grocery shopping

The new service will allow customers to voice order groceries from their Google Assistant-enabled devices including Google Home, iPhones and Android devices.

By Krishna Thakker • April 2, 2019

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

Pressure on grocers will intensify, survey says

Wolfe Research found that accelerating trends, from a declining population to the rise of restaurant delivery, will challenge conventional retailers in the years ahead.

By Jessica Dumont • April 1, 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

Instacart launches instant payment for workers

The new feature will give contractors immediate access to their earnings as the e-grocer works to improve relations with its workers. 

By Jessica Dumont • March 27, 2019

Beverage sales could help drive e-commerce

With online drink purchases on the rise — especially for coffee — grocers can capitalize on the growth to boost buys of other products. 

By Jessica Dumont • March 25, 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

Blue Apron founder launches next-gen food company

Focused on regenerative agriculture, Cooks Venture will sell heirloom pasture-raised chickens starting at $40 for two birds beginning in July.

By Lauren Manning • March 20, 2019