Fresh food

Private label sales soar, but grocers are off pace

Research firm IRI reports that club and mass retailers continue to convert customers and build basket sizes at a higher rate than supermarkets.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 14, 2018

Can Peapod's expansion in New York keep it competitive?

The e-grocer is opening its fifth wareroom on Long Island, increasing its grocery delivery capabilities by 10% for the region. 

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 06, 2018

How a citizens' group is bringing quality groceries to food deserts

In a model that could be replicated in other communities, parents and students in underserved areas of Los Angeles County are evaluating grocery stores in their neighborhoods.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 02, 2018

Opinion

7 big takeaways from Groceryshop

There were no earth-shattering announcements, but it was refreshing to have a venue focused on the foundational changes taking place in the supermarket industry, writes Laura Heller of Performics.

By Laura Heller

Opinion

4 ways grocers can improve their online product content

Grocery e-commerce is growing, but retailers often fail to engage customers with photos, interactive elements and other features, writes Content Analytics CEO Dave Feinleib.

By David Feinleib

Raley's dives into the ready-made meal kit market

The California-based grocer is the latest chain to offer its own version of the prepared food option, joining Publix, New Seasons Market and Kroger.

By Jennifer Sweeney

Wakefern sees sales jump to $16.5B this year

Executives for the country’s biggest retailer cooperative told shareholders the largest growth areas include private label innovation and e-commerce.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 29, 2018

Will consumers ever love ugly produce?

While Imperfect, a leading brand, just announced its East Coast expansion, competing supplier Misfits Produce was recently discontinued by Price Chopper and Hannaford.

By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 26, 2018

Why farmers need local partners

As CSA memberships decline, storytelling through technology, marketing tools and new partnerships with grocers can open the locally grown food pipeline.

By Jennifer Sweeney

Are grocers doing enough to capitalize on the food-as-medicine movement?

Health care providers are prescribing healthy foods to help treat and prevent chronic illnesses, giving grocers a new opportunity to connect with shoppers. 

By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 24, 2018

Food waste is an $18.2B problem grocers are struggling to solve

From zero-waste stores to sweeping initiatives launched by large chains like Kroger, grocers are targeting a problem that's impacting bottom lines and gaining shopper attention.

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 22, 2018

Kroger will launch an 'ugly' produce brand next year

The grocer's Peculiar Picks, set to launch in first quarter of 2019, joins similar initiatives launched by stores including Hy-Vee and Whole Foods.

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 19, 2018

Declining apple sales present a challenge for retail

According to Nielsen data, the fruit dropped 5% in dollar sales and 8% in unit sales during the 52 weeks ending Sept. 15.

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 18, 2018

Report: Online grocery sales set to quadruple by 2023

The market has almost tripled since 2013 and demand is expected to accelerate as grocers innovate, availability expands and consumers become more comfortable with e-commerce platforms.

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 18, 2018

Walmart's newest perishables warehouse will move 40% more product

The facility, set to open in 2020, will use automated systems to store and load items, and will require the company to provide STEM training for its existing workers.

By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 18, 2018

Doug McMillon: 'I want to challenge your thinking of Walmart'

During an investor meeting Tuesday, executives talked up competitive acquisitions, innovation and investments to "empower" store associates.

By Corinne Ruff • Oct. 17, 2018

Walmart enters exclusive partnership with Gerber

The grocer will feature the veteran baby food maker's new line, Freshful Start, at 50 locations across four states. 

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 16, 2018

BJ's kicks off membership push focused on convenience and grocery

The club retailer wants to sign up new customers and get more people to experience some of its latest store features. 

By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 15, 2018

H-E-B set to launch upscale coffee shop at Houston stores

The Roastery, owned by New York City-based Four J Foods, will open its first location at one of the grocer's Houston stores next week, with three more locations to follow in the coming months.

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 12, 2018

CommonSense Robotics charts US partnerships as automated fulfillment demand grows

The Israeli technology firm plans to work with five leading grocers in 2019 and 2020, building automated warehouses that will prepare orders for delivery in less than an hour.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 11, 2018

Kroger rolls out Home Chef meal kits to stores

Five months after announcing the tie-up, Kroger is kicking off its nationwide in-store expansion with rotating selections in 225 Midwestern locations.

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 11, 2018

Survey: Millennials will spend big on holiday groceries

The younger demographic, which will do the bulk of festive hosting this year, prioritizes high-quality products over price, Accenture found.

By Jacqueline Renfrow