Fresh Food: Page 35
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Vegan e-grocer eyes innovation, sustainability
Mylk Guys wants to be a platform for new plant-based foods and will use newly raised capital to expand to the East Coast.
By Jessica Dumont • July 22, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Was Prime Day a grocery win for Amazon? Four experts weigh in
The company along with Whole Foods ran a slew of online and in-store promotions, though the ultimate measure of success may be a record number of Prime membership signups.
By Jessica Dumont • July 18, 2019 -
Giant Heirloom Market keeps sights set on Philadelphia
The second of four locations in the city of Brotherly Love will be 9,950 square feet and feature a wide range of prepared foods, local products, gluten-free and plant-based foods.
By Jessica Dumont • July 17, 2019 -
Blue Apron adds Beyond Meat to meal kit menu
The meal kit company's stock surged 53% following the announcement after several months of lackluster performance.
By Lauren Manning • July 17, 2019 -
Sponsored by Yellofruit
Why dairy-free desserts are on the rise
Why not dairy? Plant-based frozen desserts are becoming an increasingly popular choice for consumers.
July 16, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Bowled over: Grocers embrace latest foodservice trend
More Americans are enjoying the convenience and flavor of bowl-style meals, and food retailers have taken note.
By Jessica Dumont • July 16, 2019 -
Whole Foods trials another meal kit line
The grocer is adding kits from Ayesha Curry's Homemade brand in two California locations, featuring recipes like honey-lime chicken and baked penne primavera.
By Lauren Manning • July 12, 2019 -
Traditional grocers expand plant-based meat offerings
Specialty grocers Whole Foods and Trader Joe's top the list for meat-alternative buyers, but other retailers are looking to compete, InMarket says.
By Krishna Thakker • July 11, 2019 -
New parents spend more on produce, study finds
The share of middle- and high-income consumers' food budgets spent on fruits and vegetables rose 2% after having children, researchers found.
By Jennifer Sweeney • July 10, 2019 -
Vertical farming outfit raises $100M in funding
AeroFarms will use the investment to expand its warehouse facilities and explore growing different types of produce.
By Lauren Manning • July 10, 2019 -
Publix adds new labels for sustainable seafood
The retailer is collaborating with the Sustainable Fisheries Partnership and the Global Sustainable Seafood Initiative to label products that are responsibly or sustainably sourced.
By Krishna Thakker • July 9, 2019 -
Amazon unveils Prime Day deals at Whole Foods
The retailer will offer a full week of discounts at the grocery chain as it seeks to boost traffic and generate more Prime signups.
By Jessica Dumont • July 9, 2019 -
Sushi merger could mean additional kiosk growth in grocery stores
European sushi chain Yo! Sushi will pay more than $100 million for a majority stake in Houston-based Snowfox, which operates 700 store kiosks, primarily in supermarkets.
By Jennifer Sweeney • July 3, 2019 -
Walmart quashes local grocery competition, report says
The retail giant claims 50% or more of grocery sales in more than 200 towns and cities across the U.S., according to the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.
By Jessica Dumont • Updated June 28, 2019 -
Are baby boomers the key to growing the organic sector?
While sales are increasing, older consumers and those with lower incomes are not buying as many products with the certification.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 28, 2019 -
Sit, Stay, Shop: How grocers can capitalize on the $75B pet products market
As online competition grows, offering services like self-wash stations, boarding and even vet clinics could help retailers stay ahead in a frisky market.
By Lauren Manning • June 27, 2019 -
Fairway Market digitizes local food sourcing
The New York-based grocer has partnered with startup Forager to streamline ordering and payment, and to help add more suppliers.
By Jennifer Sweeney • June 27, 2019 -
Grocery jackpot? AmazonFresh bets on Las Vegas
The grocery delivery service launched in Sin City nearly two years after the company pulled back from multiple markets across the U.S.
By Jessica Dumont • June 24, 2019 -
Giant Food Stores touts local products
In Pennsylvania, the grocery banner has added shelf tags to more than 900 items to guide consumers toward locally grown and produced selections.
By Jennifer Sweeney • June 21, 2019 -
Amazon adds meal kits to more Whole Foods stores
Following its West Coast introduction in March, the retailer will now sell the kits at locations in 13 additional states and Washington, D.C.
By Jessica Dumont • June 17, 2019 -
ShopRite expands local produce campaign
The grocer is putting more sourcing and promotional muscle behind its summer program this year.
By Lauren Manning • June 17, 2019 -
Ugly produce companies aim for East Coast expansion
Misfits Market is moving down the Eastern Seaboard, and Imperfect Produce wants to reach more subscribers in the Northeast.
By Jennifer Sweeney • June 13, 2019 -
Kroger to sell CBD products nationwide
The company is among the first major grocery chains to stock the hemp-derived products as consumer curiosity grows.
By Lauren Manning • June 12, 2019 -
Fairway Market whips up a cooking school
The iconic New York City grocer will offer more than 100 classes out of its Upper West Side location starting June 15.
By Jeff Wells • June 11, 2019 -
Ocado makes more tech-focused food investments
Following its investment in meal-assembly robotics, the online grocery company will provide funding and expertise to two indoor farming ventures.
By Lauren Manning • June 11, 2019
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