Store Operations: Page 48
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Amazon Fresh looks to hire 1,500 in Chicagoland
The retailer will cross-train workers across four area stores as its brick-and-mortar grocery expansion plan comes further into focus.
By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 21, 2020 -
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Consumer satisfaction with grocers dips during pandemic, report says
The American Consumer Satisfaction Index, a leading shopper poll, found overall satisfaction with food retailers decreased 3.8% between April and September.
By Jeff Wells • Oct. 20, 2020 -
Whole Foods forecasts upcycled foods, alcoholic kombucha among 10 trends for 2021
Elevating breakfast and expanding coffee-flavored products are also trends that will boom next year, according to predictions by the grocer's buyers and culinary experts.
By Rosie Bradbury • Oct. 20, 2020 -
Sprouts sharpens efforts to combat hunger as it donates $1.6M
The specialty grocer's charitable foundation has made some key adjustments to help organizations distribute more emergency food supplies during the pandemic.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 16, 2020 -
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Grocery sales barely budge in September as pandemic-driven surge continues to ebb
Sales have been in a holding pattern in recent months as spending at food retailers becomes more predictable.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 16, 2020 -
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ShopRite's new store-within-a-store makes fresh meals a core category
The grocer's "Fresh to Table" program pulls together grab-and-go, ready-to-heat and fresh meal assembly offers into a one-stop department.
By Jeff Wells • Oct. 15, 2020 -
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Publix teams up with land-based salmon farm to further sustainable seafood efforts
The new aquaculture collaboration with Atlantic Sapphire offers a local option for fish that's frequently imported.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Updated Oct. 15, 2020 -
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Kroger adds more than 50 new items to plant-based brand
The grocer has launched a new line of plant-based "Chick'n" patties and plans to sell more than 75 plant-based foods under its Simple Truth brand by the end of 2020.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 14, 2020 -
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Southeastern Grocers to add four Winn-Dixie stores across Florida
Each location is designed with a “specialized approach” to consumers’ tastes, with expanded organic, natural and gluten-free options.
By Rosie Bradbury • Oct. 13, 2020 -
Earth Fare has opened 13 stores in less than 4 months
After closing in bankruptcy earlier this year, the Earth Fare grocery chain has gradually been resurrected under new ownership.
By Rosie Bradbury • Oct. 12, 2020 -
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Oct. 12, 2020 -
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Kroger brings ghost kitchens inside stores
The grocer opened a delivery and pickup-only restaurant inside an Indiana location on Thursday and will open a second facility in Ohio next month.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 8, 2020 -
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Vertical farming startup takes crown in Ahold Delhaize innovation contest
The winning pitch by Evergreens Farms focused on resolving geography and climate obstacles to make indoor farming technology more viable.
By Rosie Bradbury • Oct. 8, 2020 -
Retailers stay focused on sustainable seafood
As consumers continue prioritizing transparency and animal welfare, companies like Giant Food and Albertsons are ramping up responsible sourcing efforts.
By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 7, 2020 -
Seafood and meat post 30% sales growth in Q2, report says
Produce made up 34% of total fresh sales as deli and bakery saw sales decline this summer, according to the United Fresh Produce Association.
By Rosie Bradbury • Oct. 7, 2020 -
Natural Grocers takes nutrition education program online
The Colorado-based specialty chain now offers free virtual coaching sessions and a series of online classes to promote health and wellness.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 6, 2020 -
Foodservice managers can capitalize on meal planning fatigue
As more shoppers meal-prep in advance, a new study from the Food Industry Association found 70% of respondents would be more likely to purchase from retail foodservice if they can order ahead.
By Rosie Bradbury • Oct. 1, 2020 -
NJ lawmakers approve single-use plastic and paper bag ban
After some states and stores ditched plastic bag bans over COVID-19 fears, the bill heading to the Garden State governor signals a return to curbing plastic use.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 30, 2020 -
Fresh Thyme to close 3 remaining Nebraska stores
After opening five stores in four years in the Cornhusker State, the company is now pulling out of the area as it and other specialty grocers make strategic adjustments.
By Jeff Wells • Sept. 28, 2020 -
Dollar General names new chief merchandiser
The appointment of Emily Taylor, who previously served as senior vice president of channel innovation, comes as grocery sales emerge as the discount chain’s main growth driver.
By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 28, 2020 -
Meat, poultry sales skyrocketed nearly 35% from March through July
Despite grocers' difficulties with supply and price inflation, consumers say their knowledge of fresh proteins has increased and that they plan to buy a wider variety of cuts.
By Rosie Bradbury • Sept. 28, 2020 -
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How retailers can maximize grab-and-go demand in-store and online
Customization, combo meals and mobile marketing can help grocers hold onto mealtime customers as restaurant sales tick back up, according to new research and retailer input.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 28, 2020 -
Costco sales jump on strong fresh food demand
Grocery sales have been so strong that the retailer has seen shrink virtually disappear: "We don't have spoilage. We sell out, not literally but almost literally to the piece," CFO Richard Galanti said Thursday.
By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 25, 2020 -
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West Coast initiative enlists food retailers to cut waste in half by 2030
Led by the Pacific Coast Collaborative, the multi-state coalition has garnered support from Albertsons, Kroger and Sprouts Farmers Market.
By E.A. Crunden • Sept. 24, 2020 -
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Inside the store: Amazon Fresh
The just-opened supermarket will feel familiar to shoppers, but the relentless focus on low prices and removing shopping friction is where the company looks to stand out.
By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 21, 2020
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