Kroger launches brand accelerator

The grocer has joined with private equity firm Lindsay Goldberg to form PearlRock Partners, a platform that will invest in promising new products.

By Jeff Wells • May 15, 2019

Bananas are the next big thing in packaged foods

A creamy, plant-based dairy alternative, bananas are the perfect health and snack food ingredient.

May 14, 2019

Survey: 75% of CPG companies plan to spend more on packaging

L.E.K. Consulting found nearly all manufacturers believe it is crucial to their success, with 57% developing more packaging that is easier to open and 51% working on more single-serve sizes.

By Cathy Siegner • May 13, 2019

ShopRite to open 'state of the art' store in CT

The 67,000-square-foot location in Cromwell, Connecticut includes a variety of foodservice options along with a culinary center, health and wellness services and e-commerce integrations.

By Krishna Thakker • May 13, 2019

Pardon the Disruption: Design thinking and the supermarket of the future

Grocers have added all sorts of new products and services in recent years, but they're not examining the fundamental ways shoppers use — and want to use — their stores.

By Jeff Wells • May 10, 2019

Piggly Wiggly joins Healthy Savings program

Participating shoppers will be able to get discounts on healthy foods at all the grocer's Midwest stores in Illinois and Wisconsin. 

By Lauren Manning • May 10, 2019

Fresh fruit sales declined in Q1

Produce sales overall remained steady to start the year, with notable gains in the vegetable category, according to the latest quarterly report from the United Fresh Produce Association.

By Lauren Manning • May 9, 2019

Eataly to enter Texas with new Dallas location

The beloved Italian marketplace will open a three-story site inside the popular NorthPark Center shopping mall in 2020.

By Jennifer Sweeney • May 9, 2019

GrubMarket makes another West Coast acquisition

The San Francisco e-grocer is using newly raised capital to buy companies that will support expansion of its supply chain and diminish competition. 

By Jessica Dumont • May 8, 2019

Nestlé to exit direct store delivery for frozen pizza and ice cream

The switch will shutter eight frozen distribution centers and inventory transfer points, cut out middlemen and eventually produce savings for the company.

By Jessi Devenyns • May 8, 2019

HelloFresh, Home Chef test new in-store offerings

HelloFresh has a new spring-themed line while Home Chef is launching ready-to-eat meals at Kroger stores.

By Lauren Manning • May 7, 2019

Buy 'local'? The term is murky for shoppers, survey says

Meat and dairy from the same state, produce and eggs from the same town and shelf-stable items made in the U.S. all qualify as "local" to consumers, according to a Nielsen survey. 

By Lauren Manning • May 3, 2019

Parents embrace discounts, digital coupons and e-commerce

Many also choose grocery stores for services like prepared foods and click-and-collect, according to a report from marketing firm Valassis.

By Jessica Dumont • May 3, 2019

Are frozen foods the next meal kit?

Mosaic Foods, a subscription-based startup founded by Blue Apron's former director of operations, plans to deliver healthy frozen meals to customers across the Northeast.

By Jessica Dumont • May 2, 2019

Sprouts beats Q1 estimates, reports 60% delivery growth

The natural grocer said customers are increasingly recognizing it as an omnichannel destination as delivery now reaches all of its markets.

By Jessica Dumont • May 2, 2019

Report: Millennials and Gen Z love baked goods, but hate food waste

A recent report funded by the American Bakers Association showed 48% of younger generations would try a product if the ingredients were responsibly sourced. 

By Cathy Siegner • May 2, 2019

Schnucks adds Deli Order Ahead service to mobile app

The new feature, which will roll out to 18 stores in the Midwest, will offer deli items as well as prepared foods to shoppers who are short on time.

By Lauren Manning • May 1, 2019

QFC goes dog-friendly in Seattle

Pet startup DogSpot will supply the grocer with self-sanitizing, temperature controlled dog houses, making it easier for pet owners to include their pup in their grocery outing. 

By Jessica Dumont • May 1, 2019

Kroger bakes up new artisan bread line

Moulin Francais, the grocer's first European-style fresh bread label, is available in Denver, Houston and Dallas stores and will reach more markets this year.

By Jeff Wells • April 30, 2019

Wegmans dashes into meal delivery

After piloting Wegmans Meals 2GO in New York, the grocer has teamed up with DoorDash to bring delivery of its popular prepared meals to 40 stores by year's end.

By Jessica Dumont • April 30, 2019

Northgate Gonzalez Market launches new ad campaign

The Hispanic grocer, which has 40 stores in Southern California, showcases fresh and prepared foods through a "Flashdance" inspired initiative. 

By Lauren Manning • April 30, 2019

Lyft expands grocery rides program to 15 cities

The program offers rides to and from stores starting at $2.50 for families in low-income or rural areas deemed food deserts.

By Jennifer Sweeney • April 29, 2019

Why more retailers are raising a glass to alcohol delivery

Companies such as Thrive Market and Instacart see online alcohol sales driving bigger baskets and repeat purchases, and experts say it can offer better data for personalized offerings. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 29, 2019

Consumers buy recalled products soon after they return to shelves, study says

Bakery and meat shoppers were the most likely to start purchasing these goods again, according to Category Partners, with seafood lovers being the least forgiving.

By Jessi Devenyns • April 26, 2019

Amazon adds condiments to fast-growing private label lineup

The retailer is rolling out its first ever salsas, mustards, oils and vinegars under the Solimo and Happy Belly names.

By Krishna Thakker • April 26, 2019