How grocers are deterring theft at self-checkout

Harris Teeter appears to be pulling out all the stops to minimize shrink caused by shoplifting at self-checkout kiosks. But is self-checkout the theft hot spot the industry assumes it to be? 

By Peyton Bigora , Sam Silverstein • Aug. 15, 2023

Trader Joe’s confirms its stores will never include self-checkout

In a company podcast, the grocer’s new CEO and president slammed the popular checkout method as being bad for employees and too much work for shoppers.

By Peyton Bigora , Jeff Wells • Aug. 15, 2023

Hy-Vee links with Uber to offer grocery delivery across the Midwest

The grocery chain now offers e-commerce services in conjunction with each of the three major online marketplaces in addition to its own platform.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 14, 2023

How grocers have gotten creative with their sustainability efforts so far in 2023

Food retailers have deployed a variety of tactics this year, from rolling out upcycled private label products to introducing new recycling initiatives, as they look to become more eco-friendly.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 10, 2023

Grocery inflation loses more steam

Food-at-home prices rose at a 3.6% annual rate in July, continuing a downward trend that began last September, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said Wednesday.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 10, 2023

Target will offer free carside Starbucks delivery at over 1K stores

Shoppers will be able to add the coffee company’s items to their Drive Up orders at 1,700 locations by October, in a boost to the coffee giant’s licensed store strategy.  

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 9, 2023

Raley’s begins renovations to offer Starbucks in stores

During phase one, two California locations and one Nevada storefront will undergo conversions to offer the renowned coffee brand, which is replacing Peet’s Coffee. 

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 7, 2023

SpartanNash CEO Tony Sarsam named to Mission Produce’s board

Sarsam is joining the avocado producer and distributor as a director as it looks to end a string of losses.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 7, 2023

Whole Foods outlines progress on food waste, packaging and green energy

In 2022, the grocer circulated packaging guidelines to suppliers and kept more than 70% of waste out of landfills. 

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 7, 2023

The Friday Checkout: Has Amazon finally created a viable supermarket?

Earlier this week, the company unveiled a store model that brings some much-needed merchandising improvements to the struggling Amazon Fresh chain.

By Grocery Dive Staff • Aug. 4, 2023

Publix closes its in-store Aprons Cooking School

The Florida-based grocer also will end its full-service catering, which includes delivery and set-up.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 4, 2023

Wawa opens fully digital, shelfless c-store

The c-store chain has revamped one of its Philadelphia locations so customers can only purchase items via its mobile app or touchscreen kiosks.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 3, 2023

Amazon’s grocery revamp has begun

Refreshing the Amazon Fresh store format and expanding online access underscore the company’s commitment to succeeding in the industry, despite its recent stumbles.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 2, 2023

More consumers are shopping multiple grocers to find the lowest prices, report finds

Dunnhumby’s new findings show 18- to 44-year-olds are at the epicenter of a food and financial insecurity crisis that is impacting grocery shopping behaviors.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 2, 2023

Food Lion remodels nearly 50 North Carolina locations

The omnichannel updates include introducing more fresh meals and new e-commerce ordering options to stores.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 1, 2023

Giant Food launches workplace wellness program aimed at local businesses

Hosted by the grocer’s registered dietitians and nutritionists, the program will provide full-service educational services and wellness activities. 

By Peyton Bigora • July 31, 2023

PepsiCo, Walmart team on $120M investment in regenerative agriculture

Their plan is expected to deliver 4 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emission reductions by 2030.

By Nathan Owens • July 27, 2023

Dollar General expands private label brand offering

The discounter has added more than 100 products to its Clover Valley line as part of its “Food First” initiative. 

By Peyton Bigora • July 26, 2023

Hannaford announces new store, renovates six in first half of 2023

The newest location in Blue Hill, Maine, marks the grocer’s 186th location and includes an expansive fresh foods selection as well as a full-service pharmacy.

By Peyton Bigora • July 25, 2023

Jewel-Osco looking to add loss prevention positions chainwide

The regional grocer is looking for roughly 15 asset protection specialists across its banner, according to an Albertsons spokesperson.

By Peyton Bigora • Updated July 27, 2023

USDA teams with states to crack down on anti-competitiveness in food

The agency will work with more than 30 attorneys general to address anti-consumer practices, even as economists remain mixed on market consolidation’s effect on inflation. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • July 21, 2023

Foxtrot’s newest store opening in Austin City Hall

The chain’s first location in a civic building will be followed later this year by a store on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin.

By Jessica Loder • July 21, 2023

Kroger’s Murray’s Cheese modernizes visual brand, website

The brand’s new look features a new logo, visuals and a digital storefront focused on education and personalized experiences. 

By Peyton Bigora • July 20, 2023

How New Season’s upcycling efforts are saving money, reducing food waste

The Portland, Oregon-area grocery chain is diverting rotisserie chicken, berry and ground beef products from waste streams and looking to repurpose more items, such as bread.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 19, 2023

Aspartame safety: What grocers need to know

In the wake of conflicting reports on the artificial sweetener, food retailers’ dietitians can find the sweet spot between shopper education and nudging people toward healthy eating, FMI says.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 17, 2023