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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 -
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Deep DivePrivate 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 -
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Giant Eagle will launch a new line of meal kits next month
As retailers continue to capitalize on the at-home cooking boom, the Pittsburgh-based grocer will roll out a line of ready-to-cook meals at 40 stores.
By Jessica Dumont • June 16, 2020 -
After topping $50B in 2019, organic food sales benefit from coronavirus
The Organic Trade Association said all of the big staple categories — including dairy, eggs, flour and pasta — are expected to see an increase in 2020.
By Christopher Doering • June 12, 2020 -
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Sprouts appoints Walmart veteran as chief fresh merchandising officer
J. Scott Neal will assume the newly created position as the grocer looks to make its supply chain more efficient and further distinguish its assortment from competitors.
By Krishna Thakker • June 9, 2020 -
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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 -
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Impossible Foods launches direct-to-consumer site as plant-based sales soar
As the brand expands its retail footprint, consumers can now buy its burgers in bulk package sizes and get them delivered in two days with free shipping.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 5, 2020 -
Blue Apron collaborates with award-winning chef Tim Hollingsworth
The L.A.-based restaurateur will create exclusive recipes for the meal kit company that will include summer staples inspired by California cuisine and other flavors.
By Krishna Thakker • June 3, 2020 -
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In-store meal kits are poised for a rebound
The format could yet prove its value as people continue to cook at home during the pandemic and new models emerge.
By Jessica Dumont • June 1, 2020 -
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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 -
Schnucks developing natural food concept
The grocer will open its first EatWell location in Columbia, Missouri, this summer, where it has had a presence for 50 years.
By Jessica Dumont • May 22, 2020 -
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Alltown Fresh rolls out food crates, prep kits
The New England convenience store chain is offering a suite of contactless shopping options for shoppers.
By Jessica Dumont • May 20, 2020 -
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Pandemic will hinder meat production for months, major supplier warns
JBS USA chief Andre Nogueira told The Wall Street Journal while all items won't be in the grocery store, he's not concerned about a shortage of protein even with plants closed and fewer workers.
By Lillianna Byington • May 18, 2020 -
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Grocers think outside the box to keep meat cases full
Supermarkets are finding unique ways to provide customers with beef, pork and poultry amid constrained supply during the pandemic.
By Sam Silverstein • May 14, 2020 -
Tyson Foods to cut some beef prices for grocers by up to 30% this week
As coronavirus disruptions at plants have led to rising costs, the meat giant is lowering prices for ground beef, roasts and other products to help retailers keep it affordable.
By Lillianna Byington • May 14, 2020 -
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Will Trump's executive order expanding fishing help the seafood industry catch needed profits?
The move, which also provides $300 million in aid, is an effort to help seafood suppliers and has drawn support from fisheries, but environmental groups are criticizing it.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 12, 2020 -
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Plant closures could result in empty meat cases this summer, report says
Grocery store supplies could shrink by nearly a third by Memorial Day, leading to pork and beef price increases as high as 20% compared to last year, CoBank found.
By Lillianna Byington • May 6, 2020 -
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Giant Food challenges shoppers to be #HealthyAtHome
The company will conduct a four-week campaign, led by its nutrition team, to encourage healthy eating and exercise among shoppers during COVID-19.
By Jessica Dumont • May 5, 2020 -
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Kroger brings the Impossible Burger to 1,700 stores
The introduction increases the grocer's assortment of plant-based alternatives as it grapples with a meat shortage due to COVID-19 outbreaks at production facilities.
By Megan Poinski , Jeff Wells • May 5, 2020 -
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Trump orders meat plants to remain open despite outbreaks
As the number of plant closures continues to rise and supply concerns grow, the president invoked the Defense Production Act to keep production running.
By Lillianna Byington • Updated April 29, 2020 -
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Deep DiveHow grocers are filling the mealtime void during the pandemic
As homebound consumers re-connect with cooking and look for new prepared options, grocers are seizing the opportunity to once again become America's preferred meal providers.
By Jessica Dumont • April 27, 2020 -
Retailers are hosting virtual job fairs
Sprouts Farmers Market and Publix are trying to safely find and hire new workers as they prepare to open new stores.
By Sam Silverstein • April 27, 2020 -
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Target's digital sales skyrocket, but at the expense of profit
The retailer said it’s capitalizing on e-commerce demand in categories like grocery and gaining market share that will benefit it down the road.
By Jeff Wells • April 23, 2020 -
Publix buys up surplus produce and dairy for food banks
The retailer will buy up more than 150,000 pounds of Florida-grown fruits and vegetables over the next week and donate them to Feeding America.
By Jessica Dumont • April 23, 2020 -
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Seafood industry looks to retail for a lifeline as sales plummet
Fishermen and dealers are turning to government aid and a marketing campaign to help the sector as restaurant and foodservice closures remove a major source of revenue.
By Lillianna Byington • April 9, 2020
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