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Rounding up grocers’ Thanksgiving meal deals
Several major retailers have offerings for $4 or less per person, according to a Grocery Dive analysis of 11 companies’ offerings.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 19, 2025 -
Target reduces prices on 3,000 groceries and other goods
The price cuts come as food affordability remains a top concern for consumers, especially with the holiday season nearing.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 12, 2025 -
Will Amazon’s latest move sacrifice Whole Foods’ reputation?
One of the specialty chain’s locations is testing an in-store MFC that provides conventional grocery items to shoppers. Does that undermine its natural product standards?
By Peyton Bigora • Nov. 10, 2025 -
Sponsored by International Dairy Deli Bakery Association
From innovation to connection: How grocery leaders are redefining retail
Grocery leaders are blending innovation and connection to redefine retail’s future.
Nov. 10, 2025 -
The Save Mart Companies readies private label meat line
The move will add an affordable option to a category that’s seen significant price inflation, company executives said in an interview.
By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 6, 2025 -
Grocery Outlet details fresh-focused store remodels
The discounter has relocated its fresh departments and improved traffic flow to make its shopping experience easier, company executives told investors.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 6, 2025 -
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Whole Foods debuts in-store MFC with conventional grocery items
One of the specialty grocer’s locations has launched a new “store within a store” concept that uses an automated system to provide products like Goldfish crackers to shoppers.
By Peyton Bigora • Nov. 5, 2025 -
5 big numbers that highlight SNAP suspension’s impact
As the Trump administration prepares to dole out reduced food aid funding, we looked at how the federal program impacts grocers and what a rollback would mean.
By Jeff Wells • Nov. 4, 2025 -
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Number Sense: Traditional grocers are losing precious ground in fresh
Mass merchants and club retailers are gaining market share in a mission-critical category that supermarket operators have long controlled.
By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 3, 2025 -
Amazon sees success with customers buying ‘milk alongside electronics,’ CEO says
While center store items account for a large portion of its grocery business, the company has made progress in coupling perishables and same-day deliveries, Andy Jassy told investors.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 31, 2025 -
Grocers roll out efforts to combat food insecurity amid SNAP woes
With payments set to stop in November due to the government shutdown, several retailers have plans to help consumers who depend on the benefits.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 30, 2025 -
How rising chocolate prices are changing Halloween candy options
Tariffs and inflation have prompted manufacturers to lean more into miniature sizes and fruitier candies.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 29, 2025 -
Gelson’s to offer $9 produce boxes through Flashfood
The Los Angeles-based grocer is the first Flashfood retail partner to only sell these boxes as it works to address high food costs in the metropolitan area.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 29, 2025 -
Coborn’s prepares to open prototype location
The grocer’s new store, which will anchor a mixed-use development in suburban Minneapolis, will feature restaurant-style seating, an outdoor stage and shopping carts made from recycled plastic.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 28, 2025 -
Food giants may lean more on lawsuits as private label encroaches on their turf
Mondelēz and J.M. Smucker have accused discount retailers of blatantly copying their products and packaging. Experts say more litigation is likely coming.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 28, 2025 -
Meat costs continue to surge
While grocery inflation held steady in September, prices for beef and veal were up nearly 15%, building on a steady upward trend that began in May.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 27, 2025 -
Deep Dive
What’s Publix’s secret sauce?
As pressure on traditional grocers mounts, the Florida-based supermarket chain offers key lessons on how to stand out, industry experts say.
By Catherine Douglas Moran , Sam Silverstein • Oct. 23, 2025 -
Walmart adding RFID tech to fresh categories
The retailer worked with Avery Dennison on developing the solution in an effort to minimize food waste and improve inventory management.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 23, 2025 -
Ahold Delhaize invests $860M to build North Carolina distribution center
The facility will primarily support the Food Lion banner and marks the company’s fourth facility in the state.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 23, 2025 -
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More Than a Store: Grocers are missing the party on nonalcoholic drinks
As more consumers sip non- and low-alcoholic beverages, retailers need to improve how they merchandise these products.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 21, 2025 -
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Kroger, Sprouts bulk up their protein offerings
From new private label offerings to grab-and-go meal options, here’s how two food retailers are leaning into this dominating health trend.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 20, 2025 -
Sponsored by Tosca
Why old retail crisis playbooks are failing—and what’s actually working for grocers
Learn why Costco, Aldi and Kroger are outpacing rivals with smarter operations and customer focus.
Oct. 20, 2025 -
Sponsored by Ferrero
Holiday magic in every aisle: How strategic merchandising turns seasonal shoppers into sales gold
65% of adults visit grocery stores more frequently during the holiday season, creating opportunities for retailers to capitalize on these seasonal shopping behaviors.
Oct. 20, 2025 -
From meals to nutrition: How one grocer is creating a healthy food experience
A new store in Chicago aims to make healthy food more accessible with a Nutrition Corner and foodservice options.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 14, 2025 -
Reporter’s Notebook: When experiential retail goes off the rails
Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart art installation in Las Vegas highlights the horrors of grocery shopping. Retailers should take notes.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 9, 2025