New Giant Food ad campaign reminds shoppers to savor the little moments

The grocer aims to connect with shoppers during the holidays and into the new year through English- and Spanish-language messages.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 9, 2018

Impossible Burger will be sold in grocery stores next year

The move into retail will add to the approximately 5,000 restaurants in all 50 states where the plant-based burger is now available — a huge jump from about 50 restaurants a year ago.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 9, 2018

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Grocery loyalty

Food retailers are depending on techniques designed to build and maintain connections with customers as they strive to stand out.

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'Tis the season: Aldi's Advent wine and cheese calendars sell out in minutes

The product is the latest example of a discount retailer turning to private label alcohols, which have grown in popularity among millennials and other consumers.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 9, 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

Peapod names Ahold Delhaize online executive as its new president

Selma Postma, who helped transform Dutch supermarket chain Albert Heijn into an omnichannel retailer, will take over the post at the online grocer starting Jan. 1.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 8, 2018

Kroger enables voice ordering for grocery pickup

The grocer has launched the service in six banner stores so far and says it will add more throughout this year and into 2019.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 8, 2018

Giant will buy 5 Shop 'n Save stores from UNFI

The Ahold Delhaize banner will convert the locations to its Martin's Food Markets brand.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 7, 2018

Albertsons to add 10 Tesla Semis to its truck fleet in Southern California

The Idaho-based grocer is one of several retailers that are turning to alternative power to reduce transportation costs while improving freight efficiency and environmental performance.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 7, 2018

Ahold Delhaize reports strong Q3 sales and profit

Better-than-expected earnings were due to the grocery giant's ongoing efficiency improvements, online sales and tech advancements.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 7, 2018

Instacart takes store pickup service nationwide

The move follows a monthslong test with Aldi, Publix, Tops Markets and Sprouts Farmers Market, among other retailers.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 7, 2018

3 measures on the ballot that could impact food and grocery

Voters will decide whether to ban all new grocery taxes — including those on soda — in Washington and Oregon, and may change animal welfare requirements for meat and eggs sold in California.

By Lillianna Byington • Nov. 6, 2018

The need for speed: Americans spend less time eating now than 10 years ago

Convenience is taking over, with the average person eating as a primary activity 65 minutes per day — down 5% in a decade.

By Jessi Devenyns • 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

Kroger jockeys for holiday toy sales with Toys R Us deal

The grocer will feature Geoffrey’s Toy Box pop-ups in around 600 locations, offering an exclusive selection priced $19.99 to $49.99.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 5, 2018

How can grocers solve the labor equation?

With unemployment at a historic low and retailers on hiring sprees, employers will need to offer benefits and wages that stand out from the competition in order to attract and retain talent.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 5, 2018

Report: Meal kit workers face low wages and challenging conditions

Employees at one California facility reported making $13.50 an hour — "well below the low-wage threshold," with little opportunity for growth and a dangerous work environment, according to a UC Berkeley study. 

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 5, 2018

Grocery prices for several brands will increase next year, companies say

Higher costs for ingredients and shipping are behind the climb. Will consumers be willing to pay more for products, or are they likely to switch brands or stores?

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 5, 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

What do shoppers want this holiday season? To skip the checkout line

Walmart and Target are putting their front-end time savers front-and-center during this year's holiday push. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 2, 2018

New stores drive Sprouts sales as produce deflation weighs on comps

The fast-growing specialty chain reported net sales of $1.3 billion, a 10% increase over the same period last year.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 1, 2018

Is Amazon Go a competitive threat to grocers?

Despite strong results from the high-tech stores in Seattle and Chicago, the format may not be a major threat to traditional grocers — for now.

By Jessica Dumont • 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

Albertsons announces plans for automated e-commerce fulfillment

The grocer will build a 10,000-square-foot micro-fulfillment center inside one of its stores early next year.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 31, 2018