Albertsons expands genetic testing to Jewel-Osco stores

The integration with mental health company Genomind will now be available at 180 more pharmacies in Iowa, Indiana and the Chicago metropolitan area.

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Whole Foods promotes '12 days of cheese'

The grocer will highlight a special variety each day until Dec. 23, while Aldi is also promoting festive cheese offerings. 

By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 17, 2019

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Choice Market boosts its digital experience

Customers will see more cohesion across platforms and will also have access to a new loyalty program. 

By Jessica Dumont • Dec. 17, 2019

Publix's GreenWise comes full circle in Florida

The grocer has opened two new stores in Lakeland and Boca Raton, and has transitioned a prototype GreenWise location to its legacy brand.

By Lauren Manning • Dec. 16, 2019

Albertsons forms partnership with micro-fulfillment firm Takeoff

The two companies will work together to refine the order-picking technology and build more automated small-scale warehouses.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 12, 2019

Hy-Vee's new format steels it against discounters and Walmart

Dollar Fresh offers steeply discounted products as well as a range of perishable goods, full-service meat and pharmacy.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 12, 2019

Wegmans selects Virginia for 3rd distribution center

The new facility will support the grocer's southern expansion in Virginia and North Carolina.

By Lauren Manning • Dec. 12, 2019

Wegmans closes Blue Dalia restaurant

The restaurant in Natick, Massachusetts was shuttered in response to competition from the brand's in-store food offerings like the Burger Bar, pizza and sushi, the company said.

By Lauren Manning • Dec. 11, 2019

Kroger, Walgreens form group purchasing organization

The two retailers have deepened their partnership in order to reduce costs and boost efficiency. 

By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 11, 2019

Ahold Delhaize invests $480M in US supply chain integration

The sweeping move toward self-distribution will encompass warehousing, transportation and procurement resulting in $100 million in annual savings and better product availability for customers, the company said.

By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 11, 2019

UNFI looks to West Coast for sales boost

The company missed profit estimates for Q1 but says it expects streamlined distribution in Washington and California to improve results.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 11, 2019

Meijer to open second small format store

Woodward Corner Market will open in Detroit in January, offering a different concept from the retailer's first small format store, Bridge Street Market.

By Lauren Manning • Dec. 10, 2019

Walmart launches autonomous delivery in Houston

Through a partnership with Nuro, the retailer will deliver groceries to a select group of shoppers in the coming months before expanding to the public. 

By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 10, 2019

New Seasons Market acquired by Good Food Holdings

The neighborhood grocer and its subsidiary, New Leaf Community Markets, will join a retail stable that includes Bristol Farms, Lazy Acres and Metropolitan Market. 

By Jessica Dumont • Dec. 10, 2019

H-E-B plans to invest $200M in Austin

The grocer will divvy up funds among store remodels and new builds in the southern part of Texas' capital city. 

By Lauren Manning • Dec. 9, 2019

Disruptor of the Year: Walmart Grocery Pickup

The retailer continues to outpace its competitors, adding around 1,000 locations in 2019 alone while keeping prices low.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 9, 2019

Grocer of the Year: Grocery Outlet

Investors have been bullish on the discount grocer since it went public this year, and the company has plans for 10% growth in the coming years. 

By Jessica Dumont • Dec. 9, 2019

The Grocery Dive Awards for 2019

From Grocery Outlet to Giant Eagle's CEO Laura Karet, these are the companies and executives that shaped the grocery industry this year. 

Dec. 9, 2019

Independent Grocer of the Year: Harvest Market

From in-house butter churning to grilled cheese competitions, the Illinois grocer offers a one-of-a-kind store experience for customers. 

By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 9, 2019

Executive of the Year: Laura Karet, Giant Eagle

Tech investments and a revamped c-store lineup show the CEO is focused squarely on the future of food retailing.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 9, 2019

Lidl acquiring 6 Shoppers stores

The locations are among 13 for sale by United Natural Foods, Inc. Compare Foods will acquire five locations and McKay's will buy the remaining two, according to local United Food and Commercial Workers unions.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 6, 2019

UNFI to sell 13 Shoppers stores

The sales to three different grocery operators are expected to close by late February. The company will also shutter four Shoppers stores by January. 

By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 6, 2019

Pardon the Disruption: Will Kroger tame its mess of investments?

Divesting its Lucky's Market stake looks bad, but it could also be a sign the grocer is setting a higher bar for its various revenue streams.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 6, 2019

The Fresh Market taps venture firm to identify food trends

In addition to its 2020 predictions of more items like seed-based products and plant-based foods "2.0," the grocer announced a partnership with incubator 25madison.

By Lauren Manning • Dec. 6, 2019

Dollar General continues to build out 'fresh'

The retailer said its DG Fresh strategy and efforts to add produce in stores are paying off, and will continue to expand next year.

By Jessica Dumont • Dec. 6, 2019