Whole Foods adds new in-store eateries in Florida and California

American rotisserie Bird in the Hand and Nekter Juice Bar are part of the Friends of Whole Foods program, aimed at offering unique dining experiences.

By Jennifer Sweeney • April 25, 2019

Walmart turns to transparency with its own beef supply chain

Five hundred of its stores across the southeastern U.S. will carry Angus beef cuts such as steaks and roasts from regional providers.

By Jessica Dumont • April 24, 2019

'Welcome to Walmart. May I take your order?'

With popular local and fast-casual chains siphoning off mealtime dollars, some retailers have decided to bring them in-house.

By Lauren Manning • April 22, 2019

Giant Food pilots produce prescriptions

The grocer joins the "food as medicine" movement with its participation in the Produce Rx program, which launches with 500 customers from one Washington, D.C. store.

By Jennifer Sweeney • April 22, 2019

Target unveils green, affordable household product brand

Everspring, which includes 70 products ranging from toilet paper to multipurpose cleaner, takes another page from startup Brandless's playbook for affordable goods.

By Daphne Howland • April 22, 2019

Amazon, Walmart join online SNAP pilot

The USDA program, which has launched in New York state, will bring the convenience of online grocery shopping to millions of benefit recipients. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 18, 2019

Older millennials embrace traditional grocers, online shopping

Younger millennials, meanwhile, are more likely to shop at mass merchandisers and spend money on wellness products and services, notes Coresight Research.

By Krishna Thakker • April 16, 2019

How a simple sticker may help stick it to produce waste for good

StixFresh, which could be applied to labels that are already used on produce, extends shelf life up to 14 days.

By Lauren Manning • April 15, 2019

Multicultural shoppers seek authenticity, convenience

As demographics shift in the U.S., grocers will need to adapt their efforts to engage diverse shoppers and sell the products they want, according to a new report by Acosta.

By Jennifer Sweeney • April 15, 2019

Veggies lead the way as value-added produce sales climb

The sub-category has been on a roll, and it could heat up even more as innovation continues and consumers further embrace plant-based eating.

By Jessica Dumont • April 15, 2019

Shoppable recipes come to the smart kitchen

Connected kitchen app Innit has added ordering from 30 retailers to its automated, customizable meal preparation platform.

By Jeff Wells • April 12, 2019

Bakery departments are driving store trips, report says

From functional items including bread and cereal to indulgences such as scratch-made cookies, shoppers often turn to their primary stores for bakery needs. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 9, 2019

Restaurant brands are open for business on grocery shelves

CPGs want consumers to dine in with P.F. Chang's frozen meals, Nestlé's California Pizza Kitchen line and other offerings.

By Christopher Doering • April 9, 2019

Albertsons lays off 10% of Plated's corporate staff

The grocer said the move is intended to reduce expenses and bring the meal kit company further into its operational structure. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 9, 2019

Reusable boxes aim to reduce meal kit packaging waste

Liviri, a new brand from cell phone case maker Otter Products, makes containers that can be used up to 75 times and eliminate the need for ice packs. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • April 8, 2019

E-grocer GrubMarket gets $25M investment from Kraft-Heinz

Evolv Ventures participated in the $25 million funding round for the delivery service that sources organic and local food directly from producers.

By Cathy Siegner • April 5, 2019

Sprouts continues East Coast push with its first Virginia store

The natural and organic grocer will open 13 locations in the second half of this year, with most focused in Florida and California.

By Lauren Manning • April 5, 2019

How generations are shaping food trends

From clean eating to changing meal composition, popular trends among age demographics are impacting grocery retailers, according to research from The NPD Group. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 5, 2019

Albertsons debuts eco-friendly products under Open Nature label

Along with other companies such as Sprouts and Brandless, the retailer aims to reduce single-use plastic items as consumers seek more sustainable options.

By Lauren Manning • April 3, 2019

How a US-Mexico border shutdown could hurt the food industry

Americans could run out of avocados in three weeks if Mexican imports are stopped. About 40% of imported fruit and half of imported vegetables come across the border. 

By Lillianna Byington • April 3, 2019

Amazon cuts prices on hundreds of Whole Foods products

Amazon is doubling down on deals for Prime members at Whole Foods, while shoppers without the membership will see prices slashed an average of 20% beginning Wednesday. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 1, 2019

Pressure on grocers will intensify, survey says

Wolfe Research found that accelerating trends, from a declining population to the rise of restaurant delivery, will challenge conventional retailers in the years ahead.

By Jessica Dumont • April 1, 2019

Blue Apron looks to boost sales with U.S. culinary tour

The struggling meal kit company has turned to promotions as well as new offerings to revive its business.

By Lauren Manning • April 1, 2019

Tomato guru aims to take the produce department by storm

A Cornell University professor spent 15 years creating small varieties focusing on flavor, shelf life and looks with names like Starlight and Midnight Pear.

By Christopher Doering • March 29, 2019

For 2019, plant-based packaging is an important differentiation opportunity for retailers

With consumers keeping personal and environmental health top of mind, 'plant-based' trends are proving to be a significant opportunity for the grocery industry. 

March 28, 2019