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Sushi merger could mean additional kiosk growth in grocery stores
European sushi chain Yo! Sushi will pay more than $100 million for a majority stake in Houston-based Snowfox, which operates 700 store kiosks, primarily in supermarkets.
By Jennifer Sweeney • July 3, 2019 -
Walmart quashes local grocery competition, report says
The retail giant claims 50% or more of grocery sales in more than 200 towns and cities across the U.S., according to the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.
By Jessica Dumont • Updated June 28, 2019 -
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Are baby boomers the key to growing the organic sector?
While sales are increasing, older consumers and those with lower incomes are not buying as many products with the certification.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 28, 2019 -
Sit, Stay, Shop: How grocers can capitalize on the $75B pet products market
As online competition grows, offering services like self-wash stations, boarding and even vet clinics could help retailers stay ahead in a frisky market.
By Lauren Manning • June 27, 2019 -
Fairway Market digitizes local food sourcing
The New York-based grocer has partnered with startup Forager to streamline ordering and payment, and to help add more suppliers.
By Jennifer Sweeney • June 27, 2019 -
Grocery jackpot? AmazonFresh bets on Las Vegas
The grocery delivery service launched in Sin City nearly two years after the company pulled back from multiple markets across the U.S.
By Jessica Dumont • June 24, 2019 -
Giant Food Stores touts local products
In Pennsylvania, the grocery banner has added shelf tags to more than 900 items to guide consumers toward locally grown and produced selections.
By Jennifer Sweeney • June 21, 2019 -
Amazon adds meal kits to more Whole Foods stores
Following its West Coast introduction in March, the retailer will now sell the kits at locations in 13 additional states and Washington, D.C.
By Jessica Dumont • June 17, 2019 -
ShopRite expands local produce campaign
The grocer is putting more sourcing and promotional muscle behind its summer program this year.
By Lauren Manning • June 17, 2019 -
Ugly produce companies aim for East Coast expansion
Misfits Market is moving down the Eastern Seaboard, and Imperfect Produce wants to reach more subscribers in the Northeast.
By Jennifer Sweeney • June 13, 2019 -
Kroger to sell CBD products nationwide
The company is among the first major grocery chains to stock the hemp-derived products as consumer curiosity grows.
By Lauren Manning • June 12, 2019 -
Fairway Market whips up a cooking school
The iconic New York City grocer will offer more than 100 classes out of its Upper West Side location starting June 15.
By Jeff Wells • June 11, 2019 -
Ocado makes more tech-focused food investments
Following its investment in meal-assembly robotics, the online grocery company will provide funding and expertise to two indoor farming ventures.
By Lauren Manning • June 11, 2019 -
Millennials outspent others on food in Q1, report says
Low unemployment is giving the group confidence to spend more on food and beverages compared to seniors, but shoppers across demographics are still trying to save money.
By Lauren Manning • June 7, 2019 -
Where's the plant-based beef? Grocers uncertain about Beyond Meat placement
While the company wants to compete directly with real meat, some retailers argue that the product is better suited for the frozen food aisle or vegan protein section.
By Jessica Dumont • June 7, 2019 -
Walmart begins in-home delivery in 3 cities
The company launched the membership program Tuesday in Kansas City, Missouri; Pittsburgh; and Vero Beach, Florida, for an introductory price of $19.95 a month.
By Jeff Wells • Updated Oct. 15, 2019 -
E-commerce drives hot demand for cold storage space, report says
Total square footage could increase by nearly 50% over the next five years, according to CBRE.
By Lauren Manning • June 6, 2019 -
Dierbergs brings CBD to store shelves
The Missouri-based grocer has added at least 35 products containing the popular compound at all 25 of its grocery store locations
By Jennifer Sweeney • June 6, 2019 -
Sprouts to hire for 1,500 positions nationwide
The one-day push, which takes place June 11, aims to fill a variety of roles in stores throughout the country.
By Jennifer Sweeney • June 5, 2019 -
Are shoppers ready for multimedia meal kits?
Chefs' Menu and So Yummy have partnered on a line of in-store kits that include QR codes linking to videos with cooking instructions and culinary tips.
By Lauren Manning • June 5, 2019 -
Specialty food sales growth outpaces all retail food 3 to 1
Manufacturers and retailers are increasingly interested in the sector as consumers look for more frozen, snack and plant-based options, according to a new report.
By Lillianna Byington • June 4, 2019 -
Grocery industry braces for more Trump tariffs
Trade groups say the administration's proposed tariffs could hurt American food companies and increase costs for shoppers.
By Jessica Dumont • June 4, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Can grocers make in-store meal kits work?
Demand is growing, but questions remain over shelf life, in-store merchandising and 'right-sizing' assortment in the new prepared foods category.
By Jeff Wells • June 4, 2019 -
Retailers, manufacturers push for legal clarity at FDA's first public CBD hearing
The 10-hour meeting was the first step in what could be a yearslong process to establish a legal path to market for food and beverage products with the cannabis compound.
By Lillianna Byington • June 3, 2019 -
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The Fresh Market upgrades to prime pork
The offering includes chops, tenderloins, ribs and roasts and will be available at the butcher counters of all 161 locations in 22 states.
By Lauren Manning • May 31, 2019