Private label sales soar, but grocers are off pace

Research firm IRI reports that club and mass retailers continue to convert customers and build basket sizes at a higher rate than supermarkets.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 14, 2018

Ahold Delhaize open to M&A as part of its push to dominate local markets

At its Capital Markets Day in New York City, the grocery chain laid out what executives called an "ambitious" plan to strengthen its banners' market share and grow online sales.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 2018

Blue Apron lays off 4% of workers as more users abandon service

The meal kit maker posted disappointing figures across all key metrics, including a decline in orders per customer and average revenue per customer.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 2018

How grocers can drive brand loyalty in the age of disruption

With so many choices, consumers will gravitate towards retailers that feature the best deals and personalized offers, writes Curtis Tingle of Valassis.

By Curtis Tingle • Nov. 12, 2018

Raley's relegates sugary cereals to the bottom shelf

The grocer’s latest move toward label transparency and promoting healthier options puts added sugars in the crosshairs. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 8, 2018

A growing segment of grocery shoppers is looking hard at the package, not just the product

Perceptions of packaging are changing, and the impact on grocery retailers will be significant.

Nov. 6, 2018

Can Peapod's expansion in New York keep it competitive?

The e-grocer is opening its fifth wareroom on Long Island, increasing its grocery delivery capabilities by 10% for the region. 

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 6, 2018

What's the secret sauce behind Mariano's store experience?

At Groceryshop last week, the Chicagoland chain along with a few others offered tips on how to turn locations into destinations.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 5, 2018

Just-ified: How FreshDirect's private brand is winning over online shoppers

Six years after its founding, the e-grocer's Just brand is focused on transparency and leveraging data to create one-of-a-kind selections.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 5, 2018

How a citizens' group is bringing quality groceries to food deserts

In a model that could be replicated in other communities, parents and students in underserved areas of Los Angeles County are evaluating grocery stores in their neighborhoods.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 2, 2018

7 big takeaways from Groceryshop

There were no earth-shattering announcements, but it was refreshing to have a venue focused on the foundational changes taking place in the supermarket industry, writes Laura Heller of Performics.

By Laura Heller • Nov. 2, 2018

4 ways grocers can improve their online product content

Grocery e-commerce is growing, but retailers often fail to engage customers with photos, interactive elements and other features, writes Content Analytics CEO Dave Feinleib.

By David Feinleib • Nov. 1, 2018

Grocers look to e-commerce for a holiday sales boost

Sprouts Farmers Market, for one, will offer a separate portal featuring complete holiday meals and catering trays, as well as recipe inspiration, starting Nov. 7.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 1, 2018

Comic Dive: Night of the Living Brand

It's scary for brands as consumer preferences and technology evolve. Some may make it out alive but others will live on only in memory.

By John Hazard and Lisa Burdige • Oct. 31, 2018

Raley's dives into the ready-made meal kit market

The California-based grocer is the latest chain to offer its own version of the prepared food option, joining Publix, New Seasons Market and Kroger.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Oct. 31, 2018

How M&A brings new products and fresh insight to Big Food

From knowledge about plant-based foods to sourcing organic crops, buyers are looking for more than cost savings when they make a purchase — but those benefits can sometimes be hard to find. 

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 30, 2018

Blue Apron to sell meal kits on Walmart's Jet.com

The struggling provider will offer four choices to customers in New York City and neighboring northern New Jersey starting at $16.99 beginning today.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 29, 2018

Wakefern sees sales jump to $16.5B this year

Executives for the country’s biggest retailer cooperative told shareholders the largest growth areas include private label innovation and e-commerce.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 29, 2018

Albertsons brings Plated to new regions

The meal kits, currently available in the Midwest, will be available at a total of 97 new Albertsons and Safeway stores in the Southwest and Northeast. 

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 29, 2018

Will consumers ever love ugly produce?

While Imperfect, a leading brand, just announced its East Coast expansion, competing supplier Misfits Produce was recently discontinued by Price Chopper and Hannaford.

By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 26, 2018

Why farmers need local partners

As CSA memberships decline, storytelling through technology, marketing tools and new partnerships with grocers can open the locally grown food pipeline.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Oct. 26, 2018

Grocers are thirsty for an edge in the red-hot wine business

Retailers like Walmart and Target have chased after Trader Joe's success with their own lines, while others like Kroger and H-E-B have rolled out home delivery.

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 25, 2018

Are grocers doing enough to capitalize on the food-as-medicine movement?

Health care providers are prescribing healthy foods to help treat and prevent chronic illnesses, giving grocers a new opportunity to connect with shoppers. 

By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 24, 2018

Why mochi ice cream continues to dominate the novelty market

Craig Berger, CEO of My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream, talks about the company's latest innovation and the frozen treat's rapid growth.

By Lillianna Byington • Oct. 24, 2018

Wegmans tests a prepared foods ordering app

The grocer’s Pittsford, New York, flagship store is offering pizza, subs, sushi and more for pickup or delivery through its new 2GO service.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 22, 2018