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7-Eleven rolling out refreshed coffee program, more private label goods to stores
The company has upgraded to bean-to-cup machines and iced coffee options in more than 4,800 stores so far.
By Jessica Loder • July 17, 2023 -
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How grocers can turn up the heat on grilling season sales
Thirty-one percent of shoppers surveyed in May said they have a new grill, according to Circana data, while 24% have a “new or improved outdoor eating area.”
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 14, 2023 -
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Grocery inflation drops below 5%
Food-at-home prices increased in June at a 4.7% annual clip, down from 5.8% in May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Wednesday. Overall inflation declined to 3%.
By Sam Silverstein • July 12, 2023 -
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Sprouts rolls out exclusive summer products
Seven seasonal food items, including ready-to-cook meals and more frozen treats, will be launched in the specialty grocer’s New For You section.
By Peyton Bigora • July 10, 2023 -
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Sponsored by Filippo BerioConsumers crave guidance on olive oil products — and Filippo Berio is charting the course
Legendary brand’s culture of innovation puts customers at the center to drive category growth.
July 10, 2023 -
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Southeastern Grocers rolls out ‘clean label’ private brand
The grocer’s new line, Know & Love, will launch gradually through 2024 and ultimately include more than 1,000 items, including dairy products, produce, ready-made foods and household goods.
By Sam Silverstein • July 7, 2023 -
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SpartanNash, Flashfood collaboration diverts 1M pounds of food waste
The milestone comes three years after the companies launched their partnership, which they said has saved shoppers $1.9 million on groceries.
By Peyton Bigora • July 6, 2023 -
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Festival Foods starts using AI tool for fresh foods
The Wisconsin family- and employee-owned grocer is the latest retailer partnership announcement for store operations technology maker Upshop.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 6, 2023 -
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How Stop & Shop is refocusing its multicultural aisles in New York City
Four stores in the city now offer multiple rows of goods from different categories reflecting their respective community’s racial, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds.
By Catherine Douglas Moran , Peyton Bigora • July 5, 2023 -
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Instacart rolls out updates to Foodstorm, worker rewards program
The company’s added features allow for more personalization with the order management system and give its top-performing workers extra perks.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 29, 2023 -
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FMI calls for standardization to accomplish FDA’s new food traceability requirements
The trade group noted how GS1 guidelines can be implemented to streamline systems and allow for an easy exchange of information throughout the supply chain.
By Peyton Bigora • June 29, 2023 -
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Once a staple of grocery and mass retailers, Danone digs in at discount stores
The retail channel is one of the fastest-growing segments of the dairy and plant-based giant’s business in the U.S., with sales forecast to top $100 million in 2023.
By Christopher Doering • June 29, 2023 -
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Dollar Tree is rolling out groceries priced up to $5
At its annual investor conference last week, the discount retailer said it’s introducing higher-priced goods in categories like bread, ice cream and general merchandise at thousands of stores.
By Peyton Bigora • June 28, 2023 -
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How 3 retailers are impacted by the end of SNAP emergency allotments
In their most recent earnings calls, Kroger, Grocery Outlet and Dollar General gave mixed viewpoints on how changes to the food assistance program have affected business.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 26, 2023 -
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‘A new TreeHouse:’ Private label giant builds for success by thinking small, CEO says
Steve Oakland said the snacks and beverages manufacturer has evolved into a more focused company that can better innovate and respond to the needs of retailers such as Walmart and Amazon.
By Christopher Doering • June 26, 2023 -
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Sponsored by ViruWhat does social sustainability look like in the agriculture industry? How Viru does it.
Viru’s sustainability encouraged commitment towards our people, communities and the environment.
June 26, 2023 -
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ColumnThe Friday Checkout: Are grocers ready to sell cultivated meat?
With cell-based options set to enter the U.S. market with full USDA approval, how will food retailers and their consumers respond to a new alternative protein option?
By Grocery Dive Staff • June 23, 2023 -
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Fourth of July cookouts still more expensive this year despite inflation cooling
Banking giant Wells Fargo said consumers will continue to find good value in hamburgers and chicken breasts, both of which have seen prices fall slightly in the last 12 months.
By Chris Casey • June 23, 2023 -
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Economic concerns among shoppers will drive the grocery industry for decades to come, report finds
Grocers including Lidl, Food 4 Less and Aldi are in the best positions to benefit during the next 30 years as concerns over price remain the top source of stress for most consumers, Dunnhumby found.
By Sam Silverstein • June 22, 2023 -
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UNFI looks to improve demand planning and replenishment capabilities
The company is using Relex Solutions’ cloud-based procurement offering to consolidate and eventually replace its multiple buying systems with a centralized, data-driven approach.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 22, 2023 -
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Walmart’s enhanced seafood policy sets new standards for tuna suppliers
The updated policy is the latest effort by the retailer to boost its seafood sustainability practices as other companies do the same.
By Peyton Bigora • June 21, 2023 -
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Sponsored by ViruWhat a revolution in sustainable agriculture looks like – and how Viru is leading the way
Investing in sustainability is a lucrative investment in business.
June 20, 2023 -
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Inside the Store: Sprouts’ new small-format location in Virginia
The specialty grocer’s second Virginia location, which features revamped frozen, bulk and prepared meals departments, is part of a wave of openings under the new store model.
By Peyton Bigora • June 20, 2023 -
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Fresh Connect’s prepaid food prescription network grows to 10K grocery stores nationwide
Leveraging a fintech company’s payment solution, new stores accepting About Fresh’s prepaid debit card will include Albertsons, Kroger and Walmart locations.
By Peyton Bigora • June 14, 2023 -
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Walmart beefs up end-to-end Angus supply chain with new production facility
The retailer plans to break ground on the facility in Olathe, Kansas, later this year ahead of an expected opening in 2025.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 14, 2023
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