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Biden admin looks to lower food prices by tackling concentration in the meat industry
The USDA finalized new standards under the Packers and Stockyards Act to crack down on deceptive contracts and retaliatory practices against livestock producers.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 6, 2024 -
Publix adds burrito bowl bars to mainstream supermarkets
The grocery chain is bringing the bars into its traditional stores after first offering them at its GreenWise Markets.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 5, 2024 -
Food execs signal a strong appetite for M&A in 2024
As Mondelēz, General Mills and other CPG firms scour the market for deals, high asking prices could remain a sticking point preventing some purchases from taking place.
By Christopher Doering • March 5, 2024 -
Whole Foods to debut new small-format stores
The Amazon-owned grocer’s Whole Foods Market Daily Shop concept aims to offer urban residents a scaled-down shopping experience.
By Peyton Bigora • March 4, 2024 -
Private label sales hit a record in 2023
Store brands accounted for nearly 21% of grocery industry unit sales last year, an all-time high, according to newly released data from the Private Label Manufacturers Association.
By Sam Silverstein • March 4, 2024 -
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Green lighting greener policies that pay dividends in grocery retail
Going green doesn’t have to mean extra operating costs – new cold storage tech paves path forward to revenue growth.
March 4, 2024 -
Earth Fare hires first in-house nutritionist
Rosanna Maffei will consult with the grocer’s staff and vendor partners to develop recipes and grab-and-go items that meet specific nutritional needs.
By Peyton Bigora • March 1, 2024 -
Southeastern Grocers accepting supplemental health benefits with new partnership
NationsBenefits members can now buy approved healthy groceries and over-the-counter medications at Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie locations.
By Peyton Bigora • Feb. 28, 2024 -
Grocery Outlet talks private label launch, next steps for discounter acquisition
The company is looking to boost its baskets and margins with the private brand rollout later this year, executives told investors.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 28, 2024 -
Ahold Delhaize, Instacart make pledges to White House anti-hunger initiative
The companies' commitments build on the grocery industry’s efforts to address hunger and boost access to food.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 27, 2024 -
Aisles Abroad: A look at pricing efforts by grocers around the world
From shrinkflation labels to low-cost family meal deals, here’s how food retailers outside the U.S. are tackling consumers’ grocery budget concerns.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 26, 2024 -
Iowa bill seeks to bring grocery options to underserved communities
Introduced by a state representative who formerly owned a food store, the proposed legislation would provide grants of $50,000 to $500,000 to grocers with up to 10 locations.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 26, 2024 -
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Food giants see opportunity to profit from consumers using weight loss drugs
Despite worries that the medications could dampen sales, Conagra, WK Kellogg and General Mills are among companies optimistic that sales for popcorn, frozen meals and even cereal could benefit.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 26, 2024 -
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Amazon Fresh launches Recurring Reservations feature for online shopping
The new feature allows grocery customers to choose a time for pickup or delivery orders up to a week in advance.
By Peyton Bigora • Feb. 22, 2024 -
Why Giant Food’s search for workers took it to a local prison
The mid-Atlantic grocer hires incarcerated people for roles in its fresh food distribution center through a work release program with a Maryland correctional facility.
By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 22, 2024 -
SpartanNash rolls out new premium private brand
The company says its latest label offers “gourmet flavors” with products including frozen pizzas, pastas, sauces, dressings and spices.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 21, 2024 -
How FMI is helping grocers continue private brand momentum
Following store brands’ soaring popularity, grocers now face the challenge of keeping their labels relevant for the long term, the trade group said.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 20, 2024 -
FMI: 70% of food companies have health and nutrition strategies
As links between food choices and preventive medicine grow stronger, companies are hiring more medical professionals and looking into emerging trends like medically tailored meals.
By Peyton Bigora • Feb. 16, 2024 -
Target adds low-price private brand
Dealworthy includes everyday basics and expands the retailer’s assortment of items that cost less than $1.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 15, 2024 -
HelloFresh to offer discounted meal kits to Cigna Healthcare members
The tie-up aims to make HelloFresh meal kits available as “a healthcare benefit” as consumers turn to food retailers for health and wellness guidance.
By Peyton Bigora • Feb. 15, 2024 -
Inflation declines in January but remains a potent force
Food-at-home prices rose last month at a 1.2% annual rate, down from 1.3% during the previous month, according to data released Tuesday by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 14, 2024 -
On Special: Grocers’ blooming floral departments
Supermarkets grew average floral department sales per store by about a third between 2019 and 2022, according to industry figures.
By Catherine Douglas Moran , Peyton Bigora • Feb. 12, 2024 -
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House Democrats lay out farm bill priorities
The party is making it clear it will oppose any attempt to reduce funding for climate or food assistance.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 9, 2024 -
Ahold Delhaize sells two meat plants to Cargill
The grocery chain said it elected to transfer ownership of the facilities to the meat processor to “increase our focus on being leading omnichannel retailers.”
By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 8, 2024 -
Good Food Holdings cooks up first private label brand
The New Coast Foraging Company line will offer “basics with a twist” and span the grocery operator’s five banners, CEO Neil Stern said.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 7, 2024