Insurance company pilots meal delivery program

Blue Cross Blue Shield hopes to take the guesswork and obstacles out of using food as medicine, as well as help tackle the accessibility of healthy food. 

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 19, 2019

How to leapfrog Amazon in food

Amazon's strategic challenges in experience, private brands and its overall food proposition spell opportunity for competitors, writes Pete Killian of Vivaldi.

By Pete Killian • Feb. 14, 2019

Gen Z consumers want healthier, more convenient food

Those born between 1995 and 2010 have helped move food culture from three sit-down meals a day to several snacks, according to a Packaged Facts report.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 13, 2019

Consumers are warming up to online grocery, report says

Sales for 2018 totaled $58.9 billion, according to IRI, as consumers added more fresh and perishable products to their baskets. 

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 11, 2019

Sam's Club stocks USDA prime beef in all stores

The decision to expand availability nationwide after a trial run suggests demand for high-end meat is greater than the potential costs.  

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 8, 2019

Natural Grocers kicks off fiscal '19 on a high note

The retailer's Q1 comparable store sales increased by 5.5% while gross profit surged 26.7%. 

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 8, 2019

Giant will open 3 more Heirloom Markets this year

All of the specialty stores will be located in Philadelphia, with the next one slated to open this summer near Drexel University and the University of Pennsylvania.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 6, 2019

Kroger bringing Home Chef meal kits to 500 more stores

The retailer and its acquired meal kit company will also begin offering customizable recipes to online subscribers. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 6, 2019

Inside the GMO law: What needs to be labeled and why it matters

Highly refined ingredients and the "BE" acronym are out, according to regulations issued in December. The food industry and consumer groups are split on how effective the new measure will be.

By Megan Poinski • Feb. 5, 2019

Hy-Vee pilots discount app for surplus food

The grocer and Flashfood are working on a program to allow shoppers to purchase items approaching their "best before" date at a reduced price.

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 4, 2019

Assessing Amazon: Is the e-tailer aiming for grocery dominance?

Industry experts weigh in on its plans to open more Whole Foods locations and what else might be in store from the online giant this year.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 4, 2019

Raley's revamps its private label lineup

The grocer continues its health focus by implementing additional standards for its Purely Made brand and redesigning packaging for more transparency. 

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 1, 2019

Blue Apron introduces new retail line on Jet

The embattled company will offer a meal kit that bundles sauces, grains, spices and a recipe that shoppers then pair with retailer produce or protein.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 31, 2019

Farmstead launches automatic replenishment program

The online grocer told Grocery Dive its Refill & Save service provides discounts on its top 25 products to customers who opt in for recurring weekly orders.

By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 31, 2019

Aldi's gains in customer satisfaction challenge Walmart, supermarkets, report says

Traditional stores score well in a new study by Retail Feedback Group, but Aldi is hot on their heels, appealing to shoppers with its deep investments in quality, convenience and price. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 30, 2019

5 takeaways from FMI's Midwinter Executive Conference

This year's discussion focused on solutions to the multitude of challenges supermarkets face, from digital transformation to shifting consumer preferences.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 30, 2019

BrightFarms expands its retail footprint

The packaged salad maker is moving into new chains like Food Lion and Tops Friendly Markets in regions where it already operates its hydroponic greenhouses. 

By Lauren Manning • Jan. 30, 2019

Chef'd mounts a comeback

The meal kit company and new owner True Food Innovations are rolling out offerings focused on quick preparation and extended shelf life.

By Lauren Manning • Jan. 29, 2019

Earth Fare plans to double store count over the next 5 years

The specialty grocer recently opened its 50th store, and said it sees a long runway for growth with its focus on health and stringent ingredient standards.

By Lauren Manning • Jan. 25, 2019

New Seasons Market names CEO as part of C-suite changes

The Oregon-based grocery said the moves, including the promotion of Forrest Hoffmaster to the top post, will support the company’s growth after significant investments and changes in 2018.

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 23, 2019

British grocer trials plastic-free produce department

A store in suburban London will sell package-free fruits and vegetables and also have service staff on hand to offer tips on reducing food waste at home.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 23, 2019

Alltown expands new fresh-focused convenience concept

Alltown Fresh has opened its second location in New England, offering shoppers a selection of organic, made-to-order food, locally sourced items, craft beer, Wi-Fi and bean-to-cup coffee. 

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 18, 2019

US food safety defenses need an upgrade, report says

According to the U.S. Public Interest Research Group Education Fund, there was an 83% jump in meat and poultry recalls that could cause health problems or death between 2013 and 2017.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 18, 2019

'No perfect acquisition': UNFI outlines growth and integration strategy

Three months after taking over Supervalu, the company updated its plan to sell a wider range of products, lower costs and pay down debt.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 17, 2019

Kroger's mobile truck tackles food access in Louisville

After finding success with a similar climate-controlled grocery truck in Milwaukee, the grocer will roll out another in Louisville alongside the city and a local food bank.

By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 17, 2019