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

Millennials outspent others on food in Q1, report says

Low unemployment is giving the group confidence to spend more on food and beverages compared to seniors, but shoppers across demographics are still trying to save money. 

By Lauren Manning • June 7, 2019

Where's the plant-based beef? Grocers uncertain about Beyond Meat placement

While the company wants to compete directly with real meat, some retailers argue that the product is better suited for the frozen food aisle or vegan protein section. 

By Jessica Dumont • June 7, 2019

Walmart begins in-home delivery in 3 cities

The company launched the membership program Tuesday in Kansas City, Missouri; Pittsburgh; and Vero Beach, Florida, for an introductory price of $19.95 a month. 

By Jeff Wells • Updated Oct. 15, 2019

E-commerce drives hot demand for cold storage space, report says

Total square footage could increase by nearly 50% over the next five years, according to CBRE. 

By Lauren Manning • June 6, 2019

Dierbergs brings CBD to store shelves

The Missouri-based grocer has added at least 35 products containing the popular compound at all 25 of its grocery store locations

By Jennifer Sweeney • June 6, 2019

Sprouts to hire for 1,500 positions nationwide

The one-day push, which takes place June 11, aims to fill a variety of roles in stores throughout the country.

By Jennifer Sweeney • June 5, 2019