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Whole Foods virtual campaign showcases 365 brand refresh

The retailer has updated branding on around 1,000 products so far and will host a series of online home economics classes to promote the new look. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 10, 2020

Publix to close 2 Greenwise stores in South Carolina

The retailer told local media that the stores are too small and don't fit its current vision for the specialty format.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 06, 2020

Kroger launches recycling program for Simple Truth products

The retailer will team up with TerraCycle to help customers recycle flexible packaging from more than 300 items in the private label line. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 04, 2020

Publix grows hydroponic produce at Greenwise store

The grocer has partnered with local firm Brick Street Farms to grow, pack and harvest lettuce right outside its Lakeland, Florida, location. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 03, 2020

PCC to open 15th store near Seattle in August

The co-op is also planning to move its store in Kirkland, Washington, to a larger site and add a seafood restaurant.

By Sam Silverstein • July 24, 2020

Misfits Market plans to double its e-commerce capacity

The company is using $85 million in new funding to staff up and open a new warehouse as COVID-19 drives demand.

By Jessica Dumont • July 22, 2020

Earth Fare is back in business

Just months after the chain filed for bankruptcy, a new ownership group has reopened three locations and announced a new store that will open next year in Virginia.

By Sam Silverstein • July 07, 2020

Healthy food is on the menu as coronavirus improves eating habits

The pandemic has accelerated demand for plant-based meat and immunity-boosting products from companies such as Impossible Foods and Unilever.

By Christopher Doering • July 02, 2020

Chipotle launches virtual farmers market for suppliers

The fast casual chain has partnered with Shopify to help farmers in its supply chain sell meat, dairy and grain products directly to consumers online. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 01, 2020

Shoppers pull back from co-ops amid pandemic

While traditional grocers have been flourishing, co-ops across the U.S. saw a drop in sales in April and May, according to Census Bureau data.

By Jessica Dumont • June 23, 2020

Food allergies affect 1 in 4 consumers, study says

An estimated 85 million people spend $19 billion annually to avoid purchasing products with the top nine allergens, according to new research from FARE.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 23, 2020

After topping $50B in 2019, organic food sales benefit from coronavirus

The Organic Trade Association said all of the big staple categories — including dairy, eggs, flour and pasta — are expected to see an increase in 2020.

By Christopher Doering • June 12, 2020

Schnucks developing natural food concept

The grocer will open its first EatWell location in Columbia, Missouri, this summer, where it has had a presence for 50 years.

By Jessica Dumont • May 22, 2020

Alltown Fresh rolls out food crates, prep kits

The New England convenience store chain is offering a suite of contactless shopping options for shoppers.

By Jessica Dumont • May 20, 2020

Retailers are hosting virtual job fairs

Sprouts Farmers Market and Publix are trying to safely find and hire new workers as they prepare to open new stores.

By Sam Silverstein • April 27, 2020

Earth Fare founder among investors aiming to reboot bankrupt grocer

The group paid $1.9 million for four stores and plans to ultimately open several locations under the specialty brand name.

By Sam Silverstein • March 30, 2020

Tops Markets to close Orchard Fresh store

Despite the grocer's plans to capitalize on the specialty wave, the concept never expanded beyond its single location in New York.

By Krishna Thakker • March 05, 2020

Expo West postponed amid coronavirus fears

New Hope Network plans to announce a new date for the show in mid-April and has set up a rebate fund of $5 million to help small businesses impacted by the change. 

By Lillianna Byington • March 03, 2020

Deep Dive

Specialty grocers aren't looking so special anymore

On the heels of three rapid-fire bankruptcies, experts say companies need to take a hard look at their positioning in the marketplace and realize the days of blazing nationwide growth may be over.

By Jessica Dumont • March 02, 2020

Whole Foods predicts 2020's top beauty trends

Blue light defense and glycolic acid will be hot this year, according to the company's buyers, as shoppers increasingly seek out products free from synthetic ingredients.

By Krishna Thakker • March 02, 2020

Wegmans to carry specially bred produce

Row 7, a seed company co-founded by celebrity chef Dan Barber, has partnered with the grocer to sell badger flame beets and a unique variety of squash. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 10, 2020

Column

Pardon the Disruption: 5 takeaways from 2020's bankruptcy bonanza

Although they collectively ran less than 100 stores, Fairway Market, Lucky's and Earth Fare were significant companies that were supposed to be at the cutting-edge of consumer demand.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 07, 2020

GrubMarket continues acquisition tear

The West Coast e-grocer has acquired Organic Harvest Network to expand its supply from local, organic produce farmers.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 06, 2020

Sponsored by Evergreen Packaging

5 keys to understanding what millennials want in sustainable packaging

Sustainable packaging is more important to millennials than any other generation. Grocery retailers who can meet the needs of millennials will be rewarded.

Traveling grocer set to pop up in L.A.

New York-based Pop Up Grocer aims to introduce shoppers to innovative natural brands in a fun, inviting atmosphere.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 03, 2020