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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

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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

Trader Joe's rolls out its own plant-based burger

The grocers new Protein Patties will compete with a similar offering from Kroger as well as a growing field of branded competitors.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 29, 2020

Whole Foods struggles with shortages

Customers nationwide have reported bare shelves and limited inventory, which the retailer has said is a result of an unexpected supplier closure. 

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 27, 2020

Sponsored by Evergreen Packaging

How grocery retailers can meet millennials' desire for sustainable food and beverage packaging in the new decade

New trend research reveals how grocery retailers can leverage millennials' expectations around sustainable food and beverage packaging.

The Fresh Market customizes online shopping

The retailer has launched a new app and website that allows customers to filter their shopping by a range of preferences, save favorite items and build a menu.

By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 23, 2020

Who will claim Lucky's Florida stores?

Experts say the chain’s unique store format, wary landlords and the struggles of specialty chains could make the locations a tough sell for grocers.   

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 23, 2020

SpartanNash launches nutrition labels online and in-store

The grocer has introduced a system that addresses 22 different attributes and will help shoppers find foods that align with their dietary preferences.

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 21, 2020

Whole Foods is updating its 365 private label branding

The natural grocer is modernizing the look and feel of the brand and dropping "Everyday Value" from the logo, according to findings from research firm IGD. 

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 16, 2020

Basics Market's West Coast expansion rolls on

The Portland natural and organic grocer will open its fourth location next month, with two more locations set to open by year’s end.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 15, 2020

Sprouts announces new CFO

Denise Paulonis will join the natural grocer in February after serving as the chief financial officer for arts and crafts retailer Michaels.

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 08, 2020

Kroger debuts plant-based fresh meat brand

Simple Truth Emerge is a line of pea-based burger patties and grinds that will be available across the company's stores. 

By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 08, 2020

Sponsored by Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute

Health and sustainability: How a diet of Alaska seafood and plants benefits health, the environment—and retailers

With a huge push for being environmentally conscious and upkeeping healthy eating habits, the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute finds the sweet spot for consumers with their seafood.

Specialty grocer Green Aisle to close up shop

The Philadelphia-based company, owned by renowned foodies, operated two small grocery stores focused on organic and local products.

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 02, 2020

Whole Foods adds plant-based eggs to hot bars

Starting in the new year, the specialty grocer will add Just Egg vegan scrambles and sandwiches to the menu in 63 stores in its Southern Pacific Region.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Dec. 23, 2019

Earth Fare backs out of Indianapolis market

The specialty grocer will close three stores in the area next month along with another location in Virginia.

By Lauren Stine • Dec. 20, 2019

Northeastern cooperative debuts reusable egg cartons

About 500 of the sturdy containers made by Pete & Gerry's have been purchased at three Hanover Co-op stores, and the supplier plans to expand the program next year.

By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 18, 2019

How better-for-you food sales can keep growing

The rapidly expanding market is far from saturated because consumers are buying healthier products — but not to consume every day, a new report from Nielsen found.

By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 16, 2019

Publix's GreenWise comes full circle in Florida

The grocer has opened two new stores in Lakeland and Boca Raton, and has transitioned a prototype GreenWise location to its legacy brand.

By Lauren Stine • Dec. 16, 2019

Grocers have omnichannel opportunities in health and wellness

Companies have debuted health apps and podcasts, and they have an opportunity to do much more, according to an FMI report.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Dec. 13, 2019

UNFI looks to West Coast for sales boost

The company missed profit estimates for Q1 but says it expects streamlined distribution in Washington and California to improve results.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 11, 2019

The Fresh Market taps venture firm to identify food trends

In addition to its 2020 predictions of more items like seed-based products and plant-based foods "2.0," the grocer announced a partnership with incubator 25madison.

By Lauren Stine • Dec. 06, 2019