DoorDash teams up with CVS for same-day delivery

This is the first pharmacy partnership for the delivery platform, which has been steadily expanding with retailers.

By Jessica Dumont • June 17, 2020

Private label prospects brighten as recession hits cash-strapped consumers

Even before the pandemic, sales growth in the sector was forecast to outpace that of national brands for the fourth straight year, according to IRI.

By Christopher Doering • June 17, 2020

Giant Eagle will launch a new line of meal kits next month

As retailers continue to capitalize on the at-home cooking boom, the Pittsburgh-based grocer will roll out a line of ready-to-cook meals at 40 stores.

By Jessica Dumont • June 16, 2020

After topping $50B in 2019, organic food sales benefit from coronavirus

The Organic Trade Association said all of the big staple categories — including dairy, eggs, flour and pasta — are expected to see an increase in 2020.

By Christopher Doering • June 12, 2020

Sprouts appoints Walmart veteran as chief fresh merchandising officer

J. Scott Neal will assume the newly created position as the grocer looks to make its supply chain more efficient and further distinguish its assortment from competitors.

By Krishna Thakker • June 9, 2020

How the pandemic could fundamentally alter store layouts

Backrooms will grow to fill online orders and retail floors will become smaller and more focused on shopper experiences, according to one expert.

By Jeff Wells • June 8, 2020

Walmart commits to sustainably sourced canned tuna

The retailer will begin updating its Great Value tuna supply chain this summer and hopes to source all of its canned tuna sustainably by 2025. 

By Jessica Dumont • June 8, 2020

Impossible Foods launches direct-to-consumer site as plant-based sales soar

As the brand expands its retail footprint, consumers can now buy its burgers in bulk package sizes and get them delivered in two days with free shipping. 

By Jessi Devenyns • June 5, 2020

Blue Apron collaborates with award-winning chef Tim Hollingsworth

The L.A.-based restaurateur will create exclusive recipes for the meal kit company that will include summer staples inspired by California cuisine and other flavors. 

By Krishna Thakker • June 3, 2020

In-store meal kits are poised for a rebound

The format could yet prove its value as people continue to cook at home during the pandemic and new models emerge.

By Jessica Dumont • June 1, 2020

Target, Walmart and other stores damaged during protests

Grocers including Kroger, Cub Foods and Vons also had locations damaged over the weekend as looting and protests roiled cities across the U.S.

By Krishna Thakker • June 1, 2020

Will the center store boom last?

From canned tuna to beans and rice, consumers are returning to shelves they strayed from. Companies and analysts say this trend could continue as shoppers face economic challenges.

By Lillianna Byington • June 1, 2020

Whole Foods, King Soopers top rankings of plant-based food sellers

According to a report from The Good Food Institute, the two companies had the best overall rankings across all categories, including product assortment, merchandising and marketing.

By Krishna Thakker • May 29, 2020

Schnucks developing natural food concept

The grocer will open its first EatWell location in Columbia, Missouri, this summer, where it has had a presence for 50 years.

By Jessica Dumont • May 22, 2020

Alltown Fresh rolls out food crates, prep kits

The New England convenience store chain is offering a suite of contactless shopping options for shoppers.

By Jessica Dumont • May 20, 2020

Bob Mariano launching new Chicago grocery chain

The longtime supermarket executive is jumping back into the business five years after selling his namesake chain to Kroger.

By Sam Silverstein • May 19, 2020

Pandemic will hinder meat production for months, major supplier warns

JBS USA chief Andre Nogueira told The Wall Street Journal while all items won't be in the grocery store, he's not concerned about a shortage of protein even with plants closed and fewer workers.

By Lillianna Byington • May 18, 2020

Ahold Delhaize outlines plans for two automated frozen warehouses

The previously announced expansion of its cold storage space will serve the retailer's Northeast and Mid-Atlantic brands. 

By Krishna Thakker • May 14, 2020

Grocers think outside the box to keep meat cases full

Supermarkets are finding unique ways to provide customers with beef, pork and poultry amid constrained supply during the pandemic.

By Sam Silverstein • May 14, 2020

Tyson Foods to cut some beef prices for grocers by up to 30% this week

As coronavirus disruptions at plants have led to rising costs, the meat giant is lowering prices for ground beef, roasts and other products to help retailers keep it affordable. 

By Lillianna Byington • May 14, 2020

Will Trump's executive order expanding fishing help the seafood industry catch needed profits?

The move, which also provides $300 million in aid, is an effort to help seafood suppliers and has drawn support from fisheries, but environmental groups are criticizing it.

By Jessi Devenyns • May 12, 2020

Why PepsiCo launched 2 new direct-to-consumer sites

Snacks.com and PantryShop.com are part of the company's efforts to meet consumers where they shop, as e-commerce becomes a bigger part of their buying habits. 

By Christopher Doering • May 12, 2020

Plant closures could result in empty meat cases this summer, report says

Grocery store supplies could shrink by nearly a third by Memorial Day, leading to pork and beef price increases as high as 20% compared to last year, CoBank found.

By Lillianna Byington • May 6, 2020

Meal kit sales are cooking amid the pandemic

HelloFresh nearly doubled its U.S. customer count in Q1, while restaurants like Chick-fil-A and Denny's are rolling out pre-portioned meals for pickup and delivery.

By Sam Silverstein • May 5, 2020

Kroger brings the Impossible Burger to 1,700 stores

The introduction increases the grocer's assortment of plant-based alternatives as it grapples with a meat shortage due to COVID-19 outbreaks at production facilities.

By Megan Poinski , Jeff Wells • May 5, 2020