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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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