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Misfits Market prepares for Texas debut
The e-grocer's entry into Dallas on Wednesday will initially bring 100 jobs and create an expected 500 within two years.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Updated June 14, 2021 -
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Home Chef names new president
The Kroger-owned meal kit and prepared foods line increased brand sales 118% in 2020 and is in more than 2,100 stores.
By Jeff Wells • June 9, 2021 -
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ButcherBox launches Instacart storefront
The online meat seller is the second direct-to-consumer partner for the e-commerce company.
By Jeff Wells • June 7, 2021 -
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Sponsored by Summer Citrus from South AfricaThe secret to the sweetest, best-quality summer citrus
Grocers are constantly looking for the best suppliers in order to create a top produce section—one of the biggest drivers of store traffic.
June 7, 2021 -
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Albertsons jumps on early payment trend to boost supplier diversity
The grocer is working with an online platform to help boost suppliers' access to funding and ability to scale.
By Edwin Lopez • June 4, 2021 -
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Walmart debuts private label beef
The launch of McClaren Farms comes two years after the retailer announced plans to develop an end-to-end supply chain for Angus beef.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 1, 2021 -
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Sponsored by AfreshFresh-first technology puts your store at the top of shoppers’ lists
With the specter of COVID-19 receding, many customers will opt to return to the grocery store so they can select their own produce in person.
June 1, 2021 -
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Avocado consumption hits record highs, driven by health trends
As consumers seek out the superfood fruit for its nutritional punch and versatility, avocados may face issues around sourcing and sustainability, according to a report by Rabobank.
By Lauren Manning • May 28, 2021 -
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Grocers announce summer deals in bid to lure shoppers to stores
Save A Lot is distributing digital coupons intended to be redeemed at its locations, while Schnuck Markets is drawing attention to items prepared in-store.
By Sam Silverstein • May 27, 2021 -
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Vertical farming company Bowery raises $300M, valuing firm at $2.3B
Investors have poured hundreds of millions of dollars into indoor agriculture as demand for locally produced offerings has soared among consumers.
By Christopher Doering • May 25, 2021 -
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Q&AQ&A: How Walmart's restaurants are evolving
Darryl Spinks, the company's head of retail services, talks about the shift into ghost kitchens and plans to more actively court small and regional restaurant tenants.
By Jeff Wells • May 25, 2021 -
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Online snack sales could double by 2025
Even though more people are buying in person, e-commerce shopping in the category is here to stay, according to a report by snacking giant Frito-Lay.
By Lauren Manning • May 25, 2021 -
Courtesy of Plant Based Foods Association
Pandemic has provided a sharp boost for plant-based foods, Instacart survey shows
Sales of plant-based meat on Instacart's platform grew 42% in 2020, while the adoption rate for plant-based milk was up 27% last year, according to data released Tuesday by the e-commerce provider.
By Sam Silverstein • May 25, 2021 -
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Sponsored by St Pierre BakeryAmerica's number one brioche brand gets a new look
As St Pierre Bakery launches a new look, we find out how and why its new logo prioritises on-shelf stand out and highlights French heritage, to stay top of mind with shoppers.
May 25, 2021 -
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Deep DiveFood halls, ghost kitchens and the future of in-store restaurants
The pandemic hasn’t dampened grocers' enthusiasm for dining experiences, and many are looking to new formats and digital services to spice things up.
By Jeff Wells • May 24, 2021 -
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Sponsored by Kwik Lok3 sustainability myths that might surprise you—and your customers
Here are three common myths that might be preventing grocers from making the best choices.
May 24, 2021 -
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Sprouts accelerates efforts to stand out with unique products
"If it's being sold in a conventional supermarket or in a mass-market merchant, I would be disappointed that we're selling it at all," CEO Jack Sinclair said Wednesday during an investor conference.
By Sam Silverstein • May 20, 2021 -
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Inside the store: Lucky California's 'next-generation' supermarket
Alongside traditional departments, the new flagship also features lifestyle-focused sections that do away with "typical departmental barriers," The Save Mart Companies' chief marketing officer said.
By Jeff Wells • May 19, 2021 -
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Rising food prices are prying shoppers from their favorite grocers, survey shows
Two-thirds of shoppers in a recent poll by Inmar Intelligence said they have shifted spending away from the store they usually shop at because they sense that costs are increasing.
By Sam Silverstein • May 19, 2021 -
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OpinionHow Amazon's user-generated content strategy could boost its grocery stores
The e-tailer has quietly rolled out product ratings inside its Amazon Fresh locations. The strategy promises to build consumer trust, particularly for its private labels, writes Peter V.S. Bond.
By Peter V.S. Bond • May 17, 2021 -
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Kroger announces competition to attract and support new fresh suppliers
Fifteen companies will pitch a panel of judges this summer in Cincinnati for the chance to have the grocer's banners stock their products.
By Sam Silverstein • May 13, 2021 -
Courtesy of Thrive Market
Thrive Market continues private label push by adding frozen meals made with Beyond Meat
The new co-branded offerings come as the online grocer, which now counts more than 1 million members, looks to up the quality and quantity of its own labels.
By Jeff Wells • May 12, 2021 -
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Apeel buys tech company to 'see' inside produce
The maker of an invisible “peel” that extends produce shelf life now owns technology that predicts ripeness and quality.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 12, 2021 -
Courtesy of Target
Target launches Good & Gather Plant Based
The new sub-brand will roll out more than 30 products across categories like meat alternatives and plant-based dips, all priced below $8.
By Jeff Wells • May 11, 2021 -
The Giant Company deepens roots in Philadelphia with planned new stores
The Pennsylvania-based grocer aims to open four locations by 2023 in the city where it recently planted its new flagship store.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 11, 2021
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