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Boxed scores 3-month exclusive on new Smartwater line
Following reports that Amazon is adjusting its grocery lineup, the online bulk retailer will test Smartwater alkaline and antioxidant waters before the brand expands to other retailers in April.
By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 03, 2019 -
Grocers can capitalize on shoppers' evolving health needs, report says
An increased emphasis on well-being, combined with growing consumer trust in primary stores, presents an opportunity for retailers, according to the Food Marketing Institute.
By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 02, 2019 -
Impossible Foods needs FDA approval to sell uncooked burgers in stores
The company wants to sell its plant-based burger in retail outlets next year, but the FDA said the soy leghemoglobin in the product needs approval as a color additive.
By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 21, 2018 -
Petition targets Trader Joe's for excessive plastic packaging
The beloved chain has been targeted by similar appeals in the past for selling farm-factory eggs, endangered species fish and most recently gestation crates for pigs.
By Kristine Sherred • Dec. 21, 2018 -
Deep DiveWhy cannabis is more than just a buzzy investment for food and beverage companies
Changing attitudes, consumer acceptance and legalization have shifted the substance from lazy stoners to big businesses.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 18, 2018 -
Whole Foods stops using takeout containers with problematic chemical
A study of food packaging in five major grocery companies found more than two-thirds may have been treated with PFAS, a toxic chemical known to cause health problems.
By Kristine Sherred • Dec. 12, 2018 -
Costco plans to beef up animal antibiotics policy
By 2020, the warehouse club retailer will only use medicines for therapeutic use under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.
By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 11, 2018 -
Deep DiveIt's not easy being green: Romaine lettuce E. coli outbreak rattles food, grocery industries
The FDA's decision to request that the popular green gets pulled from shelves sent "a strong message" to the produce sector, according to a former agency official, while costing supermarkets millions of dollars in losses.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 10, 2018 -
UNFI surprises with big earnings miss
The wholesaler struggled against industry headwinds such as supplier out-of-stocks and high labor costs. It also lowered guidance, suggesting a tough integration ahead with Supervalu.
By Jeff Wells • Dec. 07, 2018 -
Deja vu: Romaine lettuce is the source of another outbreak
A year after a massive recall of the crunchy green, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning against consumption as it investigates E. coli infections.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 21, 2018 -
Tofurky moves to the center of the Thanksgiving feast
Many saw the product as a joke when it was first introduced in 1995, but it's sold 5 million roasts — and is on track to continue its success as more consumers embrace plant-based diets.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 20, 2018 -
Whole Foods uses Thanksgiving deals to nab new customers
The grocer has rolled out turkey discounts and expedited home delivery — and once again, Prime members stand to benefit the most.
By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 14, 2018 -
Ahold Delhaize open to M&A as part of its push to dominate local markets
At its Capital Markets Day in New York City, the grocery chain laid out what executives called an "ambitious" plan to strengthen its banners' market share and grow online sales.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 2018 -
Deep DiveHow M&A brings new products and fresh insight to Big Food
From knowledge about plant-based foods to sourcing organic crops, buyers are looking for more than cost savings when they make a purchase — but those benefits can sometimes be hard to find.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 30, 2018 -
Q&AWhy mochi ice cream continues to dominate the novelty market
Craig Berger, CEO of My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream, talks about the company's latest innovation and the frozen treat's rapid growth.
By Lillianna Byington • Oct. 24, 2018 -
Ahold Delhaize announces plans to clean up private label products
The grocer plans to eliminate several artificial and unhealthy ingredients from store brand products across its five U.S. retail banners by 2025.
By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 18, 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 -
Albertsons aims for endless aisles with new online marketplace
The grocer's latest site features more than 40,000 well-known and hard-to-find specialty brands, with plans to expand to 100,000 items by the end of this year.
By Krishna Thakker • 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 -
Deep DiveGreen Zebra Grocery wants to conquer the West Coast
Can the grocery-convenience hybrid that its CEO calls 'a cross between Whole Foods and 7-Eleven' expand beyond its Portland enclave?
By Louise Kramer • Oct. 15, 2018 -
New Seasons Market encourages shoppers to bring in reusable containers
The Portland-based specialty grocer will give shoppers who do a 5-cent reward, and is replacing the plastic tubs that hold pre-packaged bulk foods.
By Jeff Wells • Oct. 12, 2018 -
Thrive Market enters the world of wine
The online grocer launched a line of clean, organic wines, which the company expects to generate eight figures within a year.
By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 11, 2018 -
Tops pilots grocery pickup with Instacart
The upstate New York grocer just launched a test of the service at three stores.
By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 08, 2018 -
To fight discounters, grocers may need to improve their store brands
U.S. supermarkets have made great strides in improving their private label offerings in recent years, but they'll need to keep upping their game if they want to effectively battle the likes of Aldi and Lidl.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 05, 2018 -
Ahold Delhaize partners with Coop Italia on private label offerings
The Italian grocer's Fior Fiore brand, which includes olives, bruschetta, pasta, pastries and snacks, will be available at banner stores for a limited time.
By Bia Riaz • Oct. 04, 2018
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