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Inside the Store: Aldi brings a fresh look to the nation’s capital
The discounter’s latest store in Washington, D.C., wants to win shoppers’ hearts with sustainability and healthy food alongside its beloved “Aldi Finds” section and low prices.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 13, 2025 -
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The Friday Checkout: How grocers are scoring with shoppers for Super Bowl LIX
Though mass retailers like Walmart have intercepted consumers’ shopping when it comes to the big game, supermarkets still have an opportunity to win.
By Grocery Dive Staff • Updated Feb. 7, 2025 -
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Grocers face challenges as tariff situation remains fluid
A central issue for retailers is that shoppers are unlikely to distinguish between levies on imported goods and other factors that could affect prices, one food economist said.
By Sam Silverstein • Updated Feb. 4, 2025 -
Grocery spending holds steady as people devote money to other priorities
The typical consumer spent 6.6% of their income on food in 2024, the same level as in 2019, according to Kearney’s latest Consumer Stress Index.
By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 3, 2025 -
What’s ahead for grocers in 2025?
As consumers continue to worry about food prices, retailers will be focused on battling discounters, sharpening their value propositions and keeping up with evolving health and wellness needs.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 31, 2025 -
Giant Food expands price reductions to more products
After lowering the cost of private label items for the last nine months, the chain said it is now doing the same for store- and name-brand perishables.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 29, 2025 -
Egg prices could break more records in 2025
The USDA expects consumer costs to rise another 20% this year as bird flu devastates commercial flocks.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 29, 2025 -
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Whole Foods unveils new Seafood Code of Conduct
The policy strengthens labor protections across the entire seafood supply chain and applies to all forms of seafood products the retailer sells, including sushi.
By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 29, 2025 -
Dollar General ramps up grocery private label
More than half of the roughly 100 new items set to hit shelves early this year will be under the discounter's Clover Valley brand.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 27, 2025 -
How grocers can prepare for food traceability requirements coming in early 2026
Retailers have less than a year to get their supply chains ready, yet challenges and confusion remain.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 24, 2025 -
Trump orders trade review ahead of potential tariffs
Federal agencies have until April 1 to give recommendations on trade pacts with Mexico, Canada and China.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 21, 2025 -
Private label sales hit record in 2024
Store brand sales increased nearly 4% to $271 billion, according to a new report.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 21, 2025 -
Why an independent grocer is holding the line on egg prices
Connecticut supermarket chain LaBonne’s Markets sees the ongoing egg shortage as an opportunity to demonstrate to shoppers that it is focused on helping them afford groceries, CEO Bob LaBonne Jr. said.
By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 16, 2025 -
How grocers can tackle food accessibility challenges
As retailers look to appeal to people in underserved areas, industry leaders recently weighed in on key issues, from improving operations to reaching SNAP shoppers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 13, 2025 -
How grocers can appeal to consumers taking GLP-1s
As usage of the medications increases, Circana research indicates deli and produce could be bright spots for spending.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 9, 2025 -
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8 grocery industry trends to watch in 2025
Experts expect food retailers to focus on value, sharpen their data management capabilities and adapt to the evolving health and wellness needs of consumers.
By Grocery Dive Staff • Jan. 7, 2025 -
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Pardon the Disruption: How GLP-1s could reshape the grocery store
An estimated 24 million Americans will use these weight loss drugs by 2035, posing significant challenges as well as opportunities for food retailers.
By Jeff Wells • Jan. 6, 2025 -
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Building a resilient food system begins at the farm
Regenerative agriculture plays a critical role for building the resilience of our food system to feed a growing global population.
By Brooke Hokana Hansen, Vice President, Sustainability, Cargill Agriculture & Trading • Dec. 16, 2024 -
Ahold Delhaize links with Campbell’s to test regenerative agriculture in potatoes
The grocery operator has worked with some of the largest food companies to transform supply chains for well-known brands.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 10, 2024 -
Sam’s Club says customer input on private label is key
The Walmart-owned club retailer is deepening its shopper feedback channel as it evolves its merchandising strategy, its chief merchant said.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 9, 2024 -
Inside the store: T&T Supermarket serves up a supersized Asian culinary experience
Shoppers braved long wait times to see the Loblaw-owned chain’s U.S. debut. Inside they found the huge store brimming with unique items and fresh foods.
By Jeff Wells • Dec. 9, 2024 -
Sponsored by Catania Oils
PLMA 2024: A glimpse into the future of private label trends
PLMA 2024 spotlight landed on Gen Z, highlighting their interests - and growing purchasing power.
Dec. 9, 2024 -
Dollar General slowing fresh produce rollout to stores
The retailer plans to introduce produce to 300 more locations throughout 2025 as it turns its attention to a new remodel project.
By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 6, 2024 -
Walmart CEO predicts grocery inflation will continue in early 2025
The retailer also aims to grow sign-ups for Walmart+ after initially downplaying the membership program, Doug McMillon said at a Morgan Stanley event.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 4, 2024 -
How 5 states are innovating SNAP
From produce-buying incentives to in-app discounts, new pilots and programs aim to help people stretch their funds.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 4, 2024