Sprouts debuts private label holiday line

All of the items in the grocer's limited-time line are made with “better-for-you” ingredients and will be available in stores starting this week.

By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 27, 2023

Frozen food sales run into headwinds from inflation

Sales in the category were up almost 8% during the 12 months that ended July 2, but unit sales sagged 5%, according to research released Tuesday by FMI – The Food Industry Association and the American Frozen Food Institute.

By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 26, 2023

Instacart unveils new grocery stipend program

With recent changes to federal SNAP assistance, the company is offering select shoppers on Chicago’s West Side a $79 monthly stipend to buy nutritious foods for delivery.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 24, 2023

4 sustainable packaging choices – and why they matter

A true steward of the planet looks at every variable when selecting a packaging product.

Oct. 23, 2023

How Hershey is reinventing candy displays

Agile fulfillment means stores receive customized displays with the right mix of products at the right volume.

By Scott Dunkley, Director, Customer Portfolio & Matt Hawley, Director, Annville Fulfillment Center, The Hershey Company • Oct. 23, 2023

ShopRite supermarket with hardware store set to open in New Jersey

The supermarket, owned by Wakefern Food member RoNetco Supermarkets, will be the first in the chain to feature a True Value hardware department.

By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 20, 2023

Whole Foods outlines 2024 food trends

The grocer predicts plant-based products with more vegetables, the use of buckwheat and brands that promote water conservation will be popular next year.

By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 20, 2023

How Dom’s new CEO is building a ‘food experience’ in Chicago

As it deepens its presence in the city's evolving grocery landscape, the young retailer is looking to stand out with its quality meal offerings, curated assortment and neighborhood hub atmosphere.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 19, 2023

Aldi unveils Thanksgiving price reductions of up to 50%

The German discounter’s savings on holiday staples will run from Nov. 1 to the end of 2023.

By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 17, 2023

Sprouts opens Southern California distribution center

The new 337,000-square-foot facility located in Fullerton focuses on the efficiency and freshness of produce deliveries as well as environmental efforts.

By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 11, 2023

Hy-Vee partners with Samsung to bring digital displays to all stores

The screens, which will be placed in areas like food courts and deli counters, will feature live cooking demos, promotions, recipes and other content.

By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 10, 2023

Instacart links with Kaiser Permanente on nutritious foods health study

Participants will receive Instacart grocery stipends to shop for food on a virtual storefront using medically tailored nutrition advice.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 9, 2023

Leading by design: How Hershey is helping retailers create buzz-worthy spaces

Through retail environmental design, the company works with retailers to solve problems and design tailored experiences.

By Stephan Calhoun, Senior Manager, Retail Environmental Design, The Hershey Company • Oct. 9, 2023

Schnucks prepares to debut another small-format grocery store

The newly constructed, 23,000-square-foot location in Oak Grove Village, Missouri, will feature technology including electronic shelf labels and a robotic shelf-scanning system, a spokesman said.

By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 5, 2023

Instacart debuts initiatives to improve food accessibility for patients, seniors

The online grocery company’s new programs aim to bolster healthy food access to shoppers in need, including post-operative and post-partum individuals. 

By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 5, 2023

More than half of shoppers plan to buy more private brands in the future, report finds

Ninety percent of participants in a recent survey said they would be somewhat or very likely to continue buying store brands if inflation or grocery prices come down, according to FMI – The Food Industry Association.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 4, 2023

On Special: The power of supermarket sushi

The seafood specialty offering has grown into a store staple. Now, grocers are crafting new dishes and in-store destinations to rival sushi restaurants.

By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 4, 2023

Kroger launches Hispanic-inspired private label brand

Mercado consists of more than 50 products, including fresh meat, beverages, snacks, sides and desserts.

By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 3, 2023

More than two-thirds of shoppers will pay a premium for fresh food: Deloitte

The firm also said a majority of grocery executives it polled indicated that the fresh department is the most strategically important area for their sales growth plan during the next 12-36 months.

By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 3, 2023

How grocers can tap shopper psychology to spruce up store designs

Architect Kevin Kelley says smaller selling floors and curated selections are the next design evolution for regional and small chains trying to stand out against large competitors.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 2, 2023

Grocers welcome fall-inspired private label items

Southeastern Grocers has limited-edition premium ice cream flavors and fresh bakery items, while Kroger has 14 products spanning pantry, bakery and floral. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 2, 2023

What is a queue worth? Hershey is answering that question—and then designing it

Well-designed queues are beneficial to retailers and shoppers alike.

Oct. 2, 2023

Walmart’s chief sustainability officer talks ESG priorities, challenges

In an increasingly politicized environment, the retailer is relying on a three-part litmus test to assess climate, labor and social issues, Kathleen McLaughlin said at a Goldman Sachs event.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 29, 2023

Retail shrink, theft changed little in 2022

But more retailers are concerned about escalating violence in stores, which experts say carries other costs beyond shrink.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 27, 2023

Hannaford debuts initiative focused on child nutrition

The grocer’s Snack Pals Plates feature illustrations of characters and nutritional information about building a well-balanced meal.

By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 26, 2023