Kroger records strong private label growth as shoppers stay focused on savings

The retailer’s own brands growth outpaced national brands during the second quarter as it saw robust interest in “anything that is answering a customer’s question around value,” said CEO Greg Foran.

By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 14, 2026

Dairy milk: From back of store to growth driver

Dairy milk delivers value for grocers when they need it most.

By MILKSCAPE™ • Sept. 14, 2026

Walmart adds Papa Johns delivery amid push to expand food ordering options

Using Walmart Express Delivery, customers can order fresh pizza on its own or as part of their grocery haul this fall.

By Julie Littman • Sept. 14, 2026

USDA takes new SNAP waiver approach following court ruling

After a federal district court judge vacated SNAP food purchasing restrictions in five states, the federal government wants public comments.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 8, 2026

PepsiCo puts fresh foods in focus as consumers move away from processed snacks

The CPG giant is taking aim at the fast-growing $271 billion store perimeter with healthier fare such as guacamole, hummus and gazpacho.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 8, 2026

The Friday Checkout: Erewhon presses ahead with its promise of a ‘radiant lifestyle’

The luxury California grocer famous for $30 packs of ice cubes just opened its 14th location and is developing two more.

By Grocery Dive Staff • Sept. 4, 2026

Walmart shoppers can now get Dunkin’ delivered alongside orders

The service follows a similar announcement with Subway as the retailer aims to become a contender in the restaurant delivery space.

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 4, 2026

Hannaford brings back seasonal in-store farm stands

The grocer is partnering with more than 125 local food producers to source fruits and vegetables for the displays.

By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 3, 2026

SNAP bans led to 12% decline in soda purchases

Recipients didn’t buy more sugary drinks with their own dollars, bucking a common theory held across the food industry, a new academic study found. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 2, 2026

50 years of Aldi in the US: A timeline

The discounter opened its first stateside store in Iowa in 1976. Here’s a look at key moves by the company over the past half-century.

By Peyton Bigora • Updated Sept. 1, 2026

The Friday Checkout: Why did Walmart take so long to adopt tap-to-pay?

The nation’s biggest retailer is finally embracing the technology behind widely popular payment methods like Apple Pay after years of rejecting it.

By Grocery Dive Staff • Aug. 28, 2026

The Giant Company looks to make prepared foods more affordable

The Mid-Atlantic supermarket chain has reduced the cost of items on its hot bars by 10% in addition to introducing new options.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 27, 2026

Northgate González Market readies to open another Mercado store

The Hispanic grocer is transforming one of its longest-standing neighborhood markets into an immersive, foodservice-focused shopping destination.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 25, 2026

The Raley’s Companies to close more stores

The grocery company’s plans to shutter three name banner locations and a Nob Hill Foods follow the closures of three stores earlier this year.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 24, 2026

Cyclospora outbreak is crimping produce sales, data shows

More than 6.5 million households stopped buying salad mixes and kits during the month that ended July 26, according to Numerator.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 21, 2026

The Friday Checkout: Walmart and Target each put a unique spin on grocery

In reporting their latest earnings, the retailers made clear that they depend heavily on their food and beverage businesses as they look to stand out to consumers.

By Grocery Dive Staff • Aug. 21, 2026

The FTC is turning its sights on personalized pricing. What does it mean for customers?

The Federal Trade Commission is seeking comments on the practice, giving businesses yet another reason to be wary of implementing personalized or surveillance pricing.

By Kristen Doerer • Aug. 21, 2026

Met Fresh opens first Philadelphia store

The supermarket is the chain's first store outside the New York City area.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 17, 2026

How Sprouts balances self-distribution and store growth

The specialty grocer’s chief development officer outlined the company’s “balancing act” of growth and supply as it prepares to enter new markets in 2027.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 13, 2026

Giant Food introduces in-store Savings Stations

Shoppers can now load personalized offers and digital coupons directly onto their loyalty account and have them automatically applied at checkout.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 12, 2026

Shoppers are finally telling grocers why they buy

Conversational AI has forever changed how shoppers and grocers interact by letting people declare their intentions before making a purchase, writes Daniel Vitiello of Cooklist.

By Daniel Vitiello • Aug. 12, 2026

How a Piggly Wiggly franchisee is keeping meat prices low

Piggly Wiggly Food For Less said it is now providing incentives to manufacturers who are “willing to invest in lower prices.”

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 10, 2026

Grocers have entered a ‘new affordability era,’ report notes

With no end in sight to consumers’ value-focused shopping habits, retailers should focus on helping people feel confident they’re getting good quality for their money, according to Acosta.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 7, 2026

GLP-1 users’ grocery spending is dropping

GLP-1 shoppers’ spending power is now over $660 billion, but their grocery spending is down 4%, Numerator found.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 7, 2026

Should grocers try reclassifying their beverage aisles?

The category is becoming more fragmented across channels and linked to specific consumer needs such as hydration, FMI found.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 6, 2026