Healthy food is on the menu as coronavirus improves eating habits

The pandemic has accelerated demand for plant-based meat and immunity-boosting products from companies such as Impossible Foods and Unilever.

By Christopher Doering • July 2, 2020

Thrive Market launches frozen meals

The online retailer is tapping into the growing category with a private label line of 11 single-serve bowls and skillets.

By Krishna Thakker • June 24, 2020

Food allergies affect 1 in 4 consumers, study says

An estimated 85 million people spend $19 billion annually to avoid purchasing products with the top nine allergens, according to new research from FARE.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 23, 2020

Most shoppers plan to keep loading their pantries, survey finds

A PwC survey found that customers are still worried about their safety and until COVID-19 is fully resolved, they plan to continue stocking up and avoiding restaurants.

By Krishna Thakker • June 19, 2020

DoorDash teams up with CVS for same-day delivery

This is the first pharmacy partnership for the delivery platform, which has been steadily expanding with retailers.

By Jessica Dumont • June 17, 2020

Private label prospects brighten as recession hits cash-strapped consumers

Even before the pandemic, sales growth in the sector was forecast to outpace that of national brands for the fourth straight year, according to IRI.

By Christopher Doering • June 17, 2020

How the pandemic could fundamentally alter store layouts

Backrooms will grow to fill online orders and retail floors will become smaller and more focused on shopper experiences, according to one expert.

By Jeff Wells • June 8, 2020

Walmart commits to sustainably sourced canned tuna

The retailer will begin updating its Great Value tuna supply chain this summer and hopes to source all of its canned tuna sustainably by 2025. 

By Jessica Dumont • June 8, 2020

Will the center store boom last?

From canned tuna to beans and rice, consumers are returning to shelves they strayed from. Companies and analysts say this trend could continue as shoppers face economic challenges.

By Lillianna Byington • June 1, 2020

Whole Foods, King Soopers top rankings of plant-based food sellers

According to a report from The Good Food Institute, the two companies had the best overall rankings across all categories, including product assortment, merchandising and marketing.

By Krishna Thakker • May 29, 2020

Ahold Delhaize outlines plans for two automated frozen warehouses

The previously announced expansion of its cold storage space will serve the retailer's Northeast and Mid-Atlantic brands. 

By Krishna Thakker • May 14, 2020

Why PepsiCo launched 2 new direct-to-consumer sites

Snacks.com and PantryShop.com are part of the company's efforts to meet consumers where they shop, as e-commerce becomes a bigger part of their buying habits. 

By Christopher Doering • May 12, 2020

Giant Food Stores taps craft brewer for special collaboration

The beer called "Hazy Little Giant" will launch at 103 Pennsylvania stores on May 1 as more consumers turn to the beverage amid the pandemic.

By Krishna Thakker • May 1, 2020

7 in 10 consumers are buying more frozen food amid pandemic, survey finds

The American Frozen Food Institute expects the category to be in high demand even after the coronavirus crisis subsides, although analysts aren't as sure.

By Jessi Devenyns • April 30, 2020

During pandemic, consumers prioritize product availability over brand loyalty

With less choice on the shelves, American consumers are opting to try new brands of the same product rather than look elsewhere, recent surveys have found.

By Jessi Devenyns • April 14, 2020

Alcohol sales spike as consumers stockpile amid COVID-19 pandemic

Year-over-year increases last month were largest for spirits, followed by wine and then beer, flavored malt beverages and cider, according to Nielsen data. 

By Lillianna Byington • April 2, 2020

Grocers put limits on popular items as consumers stock up

Wegmans and Publix have joined Kroger in limiting purchases of items like hand sanitizers, health masks and toilet paper as coronavirus anxiety grows.

By Krishna Thakker • March 11, 2020

Raley's wine buyer masters his craft

Director of alcohol and beverage Curtis Mann, who has been with the California grocer since 2013, joins an elite group as a Master of Wine.

By Jessica Dumont • March 6, 2020

Expo West postponed amid coronavirus fears

New Hope Network plans to announce a new date for the show in mid-April and has set up a rebate fund of $5 million to help small businesses impacted by the change. 

By Lillianna Byington • March 3, 2020

Big CPGs warn of financial hit from coronavirus as global outbreak worsens

Coca-Cola, Mondelez, Unilever and General Mills were among the companies who said the epidemic has reduced sales in China.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 24, 2020

When Amazon hasn't cracked the code on online alcohol, how can grocers?

Between robot delivery services and experiential pop-ups, retailers are finally innovating, but one category has yet to take a leap forward and that's alcohol, writes Zac Brandenberg, CEO of Drinks. 

By Zac Brandenberg • Feb. 18, 2020

H-E-B opens kosher-focused store in Houston

In addition to an extensive kosher selection, the 95,000-square-foot location will include its newest Roastery coffee shop, a large selection of local foods and 2,000 SKUs of wine and beer. 

By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 31, 2020

Whole Foods struggles with shortages

Customers nationwide have reported bare shelves and limited inventory, which the retailer has said is a result of an unexpected supplier closure. 

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 27, 2020

Online promos boost unhealthy products, report finds

The Center for Science in the Public Interest said online promotions and search results among six food retailers are undermining Americans' attempts to eat well. 

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 17, 2020

Giant Food toasts to a new line of private label wine

The lineup includes four varietals from around the globe and is billed as affordable and easy-to-drink. 

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 17, 2020