Natural/organic: Page 2
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Albertsons, Kroger commit to fair trade coffee
The grocers have pledged sustainable sourcing as part of Fair Trade USA's Sustainable Coffee Challenge, which aims to boost sales of certified coffee.
By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 30, 2019 -
Costco to sell plant-based burger made by Beyond Meat's former co-packer
The Better Than Beef Burger from Don Lee Farms will soon be available at the wholesale giant in six Western states, H-E-B outlets in Texas and other retailers.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 27, 2019 -
BrightFarms boosts presence with independent grocers
The hydroponic greens grower is partnering with produce distributor Crosset Company to supply products to more than 100 new grocery partners in Ohio.
By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 27, 2019 -
Amazon.com features personalized Whole Foods delivery promos
In 30 cities, Prime member transaction history from the natural grocer is being used to promote products for two-hour delivery on Amazon's main site.
By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 23, 2019 -
SponsoredHow Alaska's fishers protect wild seafood - And how retailers can benefit from telling their stories
There is no mistaking the value that the Alaska fishing industry (and the state as a whole) places in sustainability. It is a core belief that’s resulted in undeniable success.
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Whole Foods' CBD expansion reflects category 'explosion'
The natural grocer announced plans to distribute CBD products at stores in 13 more states, while experts at Groceryshop discussed the unprecedented growth and increasing use cases for the category.
By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 20, 2019 -
Whole Foods to stock ready-to-eat meals from Snap Kitchen
The grocer will test 35 meals covering breakfast, lunch and dinner at six locations in Austin, Texas.
By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 11, 2019 -
Whole Foods survey: Millennials still spend more for quality
The demographic has increased its spending on organics and plant-based foods over the past year and is also paying closer attention to food labels.
By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 10, 2019 -
Report: Natural products growth outpaces total food and beverage
Higher sales of plant-based foods and ongoing consumer demand for organics are among the sales drivers, according to SPINS' first State of the Natural Industry report.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Sept. 09, 2019 -
Cooks Venture secures $12M in venture funding
Launched by former Blue Apron COO Matthew Wadiak, the online poultry company will use the funding to improve its regenerative agriculture practices.
By Lauren Stine • Sept. 06, 2019 -
Kroger launches plant-based collection
The retailer is expanding its Simple Truth line to include products like meatless burger patties and grinds along with plant-based cookie dough, pasta sauces and sausages.
By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 05, 2019 -
What does it take to go compostable? PCC is finding out
The Seattle grocer plans to make all of its deli packaging compostable within three years, but getting there isn't easy.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 28, 2019 -
Lucky's Market to sell Kroger's Simple Truth products
The natural grocer, which has an investment from Kroger, tested sales of the private label brand earlier this year in Florida and Georgia.
By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 27, 2019 -
Walmart launches private label skincare line
Earth to Skin offers clean beauty products for under $10, and could be a threat to Amazon's recent Belei brand.
By Cara Salpini • Aug. 26, 2019 -
On Special: Sprouts produce
Celery sales are booming in the Phoenix-based grocer's core category, while a focus on shopper education aims to deepen loyalty and spur demand.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 20, 2019 -
Target launches Good & Gather grocery brand
The retailer's largest store brand unveiling to date will be available in stores and online next month and will replace its existing Simply Balanced and Archer Farms lines.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 19, 2019 -
Ahold Delhaize introduces private label products for kids
The extension to its Nature's Promise line, featuring sparkling seltzer water and squeezable fruit pouches, will be available at all banner stores by the end of the year.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 09, 2019 -
Deep DiveShoppers drink to their health at in-store beverage bars
From bean-to-cup coffee to fresh juices made daily, in-store beverage services give shoppers a reason to frequent their favorite retailers.
By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 05, 2019 -
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 -
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 -
SponsoredWhy dairy-free desserts are on the rise
Why not dairy? Plant-based frozen desserts are becoming an increasingly popular choice for consumers.
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Deep DiveBowled 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 -
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 Stine • July 10, 2019
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