How will Gen Z's educated consumers impact food and grocery?

Although not major disruptors like millennials, this generation will demand even more from brands and retailers — so companies should prepare now. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 17, 2018

SpartanNash ramps up online ordering to alleviate sliding retail business

Continued growth in the company's distribution unit helped offset impact from a recall of its Caito Foods' fresh-cut produce and lagging sales. 

By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 17, 2018

Greenpeace: Groceries improve seafood sustainability, but are still on the hook for plastic reduction

Whole Foods, Hy-Vee, Aldi and Target were at the top of the list, while Wakefern, Price Chopper, Save Mart and H-E-B ranked near the bottom.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 17, 2018

Full Harvest secures $8.5M to sell imperfect produce

The company, which helps farmers distribute flawed or excess fruits and vegetables, will use this latest funding round to expand its operations. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 16, 2018

Fresh foods and e-commerce boost Walmart's strong earnings

Riding an increase in consumer spending, the retail giant posted its strongest grocery comps in nine years, while online sales grew 40%.

By Corinne Ruff • Aug. 16, 2018

Banana hack sheds light on clever produce marketing

Korean grocer E-Mart introduced a package with several fruits arranged according to ripeness, so consumers can eat one a day. 

By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 15, 2018

Kraft Heinz gives legacy brands a healthy makeover to stay relevant

The company has introduced organic and no-added-sugar varieties of Capri Sun and byproduct-free Oscar Mayer hot dogs to entice health-conscious millennial shoppers. 

By Patti Zarling • Aug. 14, 2018

Despite challenges, breakfast has pathways for growth

To drive strong sales across demographics in the morning foods category, Packaged Facts said manufacturers should highlight product nutrition and convenience.

By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 14, 2018

The 'new American dinner' focuses on meal simplification

The competition is on between grocery stores and restaurants to meet consumers' evolving needs, focusing on spontaneity and convenience. 

By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 14, 2018

Retailers are turning to innovative designs and unconventional store layouts

From digital displays to in-store eateries and artwork, grocers are pumping up the experience factor as they fight for customers.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 14, 2018

HelloFresh won't break even until 2019

The German meal-kit provider will instead use profits to expand its offerings and continue boosting its customer count.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 14, 2018

Pacific Foods founder gets back to 'Basics' with grocery venture

With a little help from his friends — including the former head of grocery for Whole Foods — Chuck Eggert will soon open Basics Market, a natural store that takes health, education and meal assembly to the next level.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 13, 2018

Kellogg's Kashi partners with kids to launch new cereal

The product touts the use of organic ingredients, whole grains and low sugar content to appeal to younger consumers and their parents looking to eat healthier.

By Patti Zarling • Aug. 13, 2018

China's tech innovations could change US grocery retailing

E-commerce giants Alibaba and JD.com launched concepts that blend online grocery shopping, dining and in-store shopping.  

By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 10, 2018

Subliminal serenades: How grocery store playlists affect purchases

According to a study from the University of South Florida, stores should slow jam to increase veggie sales and rage for more red meat.

By Patti Zarling • Aug. 10, 2018

Will KIND's new bars for kids feed parents' hunger for healthy, convenient snacks?

The new gluten-free products come in chocolate chip, peanut butter chocolate chip and honey oat varieties.

By Patti Zarling • Aug. 9, 2018

Aldi gets fresher, expanding organic and convenient assortment

As its growth initiative continues, 20% of the hard discounter's product assortment will be new, with items including meal starters, grab-and-go drinks and marinated meats.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 9, 2018

Whole Foods continues Next Level Burger expansion with San Francisco opening

This marks the fifth location the popular plant-based burger joint has opened inside the grocer's stores. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 9, 2018

Good Catch Foods makes a splash with $8.7M investment

The company uses a six-bean blend to create faux seafood products like fish-free tuna and crab-free cakes. 

By Patti Zarling • Aug. 8, 2018

Walmart pushes into the premium coffee space

The country's largest retailer is taking aim at the "third wave" of premium coffee consumption by exclusively offering the organic Mash-Up Coffee brand.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 7, 2018

Publix plans a new GreenWise Market store in Florida

Nearly a decade after the format's launch, the grocer has now announced four new locations, with the first set to open in October.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 7, 2018

Walmart is now selling Gobble meal kits on its website

The retailer has added the 15-minute, one-pan offerings to an assortment that includes both online and in-store options.

By Patti Zarling • Aug. 7, 2018

Are meat companies giving shoppers too much information?

Consumers are demanding to know more about how protein was raised, but suppliers aren't sure where to draw the line, The Wall Street Journal reports. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 6, 2018

Blue Apron posts loss as customer count falls 24%

The meal kit maker's CEO called 2018 "a year of transition" as the company grapples with higher marketing costs, fewer users of the platform and challenges reaching profitability. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 2, 2018

Grocery stores raise a glass to in-store bars

From surf bars to craft beer dens, retailers are offering enticing spots for customers to slow down and spend more.

By Jeff Wells • March 16, 2017