High stakes at checkout: Navigating SNAP’s new reality

As SNAP rules evolve, consistent product data becomes critical for retailers.

March 16, 2026

Kroger and new CEO Greg Foran outline 5 growth priorities

E-commerce, pricing and store investments are some of the top areas of focus, the grocer’s top executives recently told investors.

By Sam Silverstein , Catherine Douglas Moran • March 10, 2026

Meat sales rose in 2025 despite strong inflation

Robust interest by shoppers in consuming more protein represents a key opportunity to continue driving sales ahead, experts said at FMI’s annual meat conference.

By Sam Silverstein • March 9, 2026

Building baskets and brand trust with Florida Oranges

Within the high-stakes produce category, citrus stands out as both a staple and an opportunity.

March 9, 2026

Uncle Giuseppe’s secret sauce for private label success

Known for making hundreds of classic Italian dishes in-store, the specialty regional grocer entrusts its store brand items to a select group of suppliers — but authenticity is key.

By Peyton Bigora • March 4, 2026

Kroger adds new fresh and frozen meals to private label brand

The grocer’s Private Selection line added more than 20 new options, ranging from frozen entrees to refrigerated deli meats.

By Peyton Bigora • March 4, 2026

Target to stop carrying cereals with certified synthetic colors

The company’s decision follows recent moves by retailers including Walmart and Save A Lot to scrub foods of artificial dyes.

By Sam Silverstein • March 2, 2026

Grocery prices are set to rise in 2026

Food-at-home prices will go up 2.5% this year, slightly below the average pace over the past 20 years, the USDA projected.

By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 27, 2026

The Friday Checkout: ShopRite’s integrated approach to GLP-1s

The Northeast grocery chain offers a notable example of how retailers can tie together their pharmacy and grocery operations to meet the booming trend.

By Grocery Dive Staff • Feb. 27, 2026

Fresh Thyme let its store brand go ‘stale.’ Now it’s working to revive it.

After halting innovation on its private label line for years, the specialty grocer is enacting a new strategy to revamp the offering’s logo, assortment and more, a category manager told Grocery Dive.

By Peyton Bigora • Updated Feb. 26, 2026

Shoppers’ relationship with frozen foods is getting warmer

Frozen food sales in the U.S. were up more than 45% during the 52-week period that ended in September 2025 compared with calendar year 2019, according to the American Frozen Food Institute and FMI.

By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 24, 2026

How a 4th-generation grocer is combating hunger

Buche Foods in South Dakota uses chilled lockers to bridge transportation gaps for customers and leverages its nonprofit arm to provide free food. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 24, 2026

ShopRite creates wellness kits for new GLP-1 users

The kits, which are available for a limited time, include a guide from the grocer’s dietitians, product samples and coupons.

By Peyton Bigora • Feb. 24, 2026

Wealthier shoppers are driving grocery spending, data shows

Higher-income shoppers tend to purchase more fresh foods while people with less money often direct their dollars toward shelf-stable products, according to NielsenIQ findings shared by FMI.

By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 19, 2026

Inside the Store: Grocery Outlet makes its Virginia debut

The discounter’s first store in the state is stocked with low-price messaging and private label products. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 18, 2026

Rethinking cold storage for the age of rapid grocery fulfilment

Outdated cold warehouses are blocking profitable e-commerce growth.

By Kyle Payne, Head of Retail Sales, Lowe Rental • Feb. 17, 2026

Grocers are losing opportunities to drive produce sales

Sales would likely rise faster if grocers took more steps to promote fruits and vegetables to specific groups of consumers, according to Circana.

By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 10, 2026

Walmart links up with Asian-inspired drink company

The retailer continues to grow its roster of in-store quick-service restaurant offerings with the opening of a Vietnamese drink station inside an Illinois store. 

By Peyton Bigora • Feb. 10, 2026

FDA loosens rules for ‘no artificial colors’ label in food

Companies can now employ the label when using natural dyes — a move meant to speed the transition away from synthetic colors.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 9, 2026

Walmart debuts latest Supercenter in Jacksonville, Florida

The mass retailer’s new location features a fresh sushi bar and follows the opening of another Supercenter in the state about a month ago.

By Dani James • Feb. 6, 2026

What gets shoppers past the ‘tipping point’ on private label?

Promotions are “undefeated” in getting consumers to expand their horizons and try more innovative store brand products, 84.51° reported.

By Peyton Bigora • Feb. 4, 2026

Product innovations that breakthrough

A look at the products that will drive foot traffic, increase revenue and strengthen customer loyalty.

Feb. 2, 2026

What’s ahead for grocers in 2026?

As the industry keeps a close eye on what Kroger and Amazon have up their sleeves, multicultural cuisine is taking on a heightened role as consumers seek out global flavors.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 29, 2026

How grocers are taking charge of food traceability requirements

Walmart and Kroger are among the retailers setting stricter standards that go beyond the federal requirements.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 29, 2026

Multicultural grocery demand is rising. Here’s what grocers can do.

The momentum specialty grocers have seen is fueling consumer interest in international grocery stores and global flavors in supermarket aisles.

By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 29, 2026