Safeway debuts AI-powered medical clinic

The high-tech clinic — created in partnership with virtual health solutions firm Akos — is now available in five Phoenix-area stores. 

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 30, 2018

Meal kit sales will slow in the coming years: report

The industry's many challenges aside, steep growth will eventually give way to a more mature market as brands like HelloFresh and Blue Apron continue to evolve, according to Packaged Facts.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 29, 2018

BJ's makes an assertive play for members and market share

The club retailer will expand to Michigan next year and continues to invest in lowering prices and building membership through digital channels.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 28, 2018

Faux meat, cannabidiol and kelp noodles: Grocers predict 2019 food trends

Retailers see notable evolutions ahead in high-growth categories like snacks, grab-and-go beverages and prepared foods.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 28, 2018

Is Blue Apron's partnership with Costco on the rocks?

Sales of the company's meal kits are on pause at the wholesale giant during the holidays, but CEO Brad Dickerson says it is aiming to return in 2019.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 27, 2018

Q&A: The Fresh Market returns to its roots

Chief marketing officer Mary Kellmanson explains why the grocer is slowing expansion to focus on what makes it unique from other specialty retailers. 

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 26, 2018

3 ways retailers and suppliers can improve collaboration

As grocers and manufacturers face unique challenges, breaking down longstanding barriers and working effectively together has never been more important, writes Victoria Vessella of Repsly.

By Victoria Vessella • Nov. 26, 2018

Why retailers are relying on dietitians more than ever

With thinning margins and online health resources expanding, grocers are still finding room in their payrolls to add health specialists that bring a personalized touch to wellness. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 26, 2018

Deja vu: Romaine lettuce is the source of another outbreak

A year after a massive recall of the crunchy green, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning against consumption as it investigates E. coli infections.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 21, 2018

Tofurky moves to the center of the Thanksgiving feast

Many saw the product as a joke when it was first introduced in 1995, but it's sold 5 million roasts — and is on track to continue its success as more consumers embrace plant-based diets.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 20, 2018

Global food prices face a 'melting pot of risks' in 2019: Rabobank

The Dutch banking and financial services company forecasts continued uncertainty due to ongoing trade wars, livestock diseases and extreme weather.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 19, 2018

Whole Foods uses Thanksgiving deals to nab new customers

The grocer has rolled out turkey discounts and expedited home delivery — and once again, Prime members stand to benefit the most. 

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 14, 2018

Private label sales soar, but grocers are off pace

Research firm IRI reports that club and mass retailers continue to convert customers and build basket sizes at a higher rate than supermarkets.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 14, 2018

Ahold Delhaize open to M&A as part of its push to dominate local markets

At its Capital Markets Day in New York City, the grocery chain laid out what executives called an "ambitious" plan to strengthen its banners' market share and grow online sales.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 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

Just-ified: How FreshDirect's private brand is winning over online shoppers

Six years after its founding, the e-grocer's Just brand is focused on transparency and leveraging data to create one-of-a-kind selections.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 5, 2018

How a citizens' group is bringing quality groceries to food deserts

In a model that could be replicated in other communities, parents and students in underserved areas of Los Angeles County are evaluating grocery stores in their neighborhoods.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 2, 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

4 ways grocers can improve their online product content

Grocery e-commerce is growing, but retailers often fail to engage customers with photos, interactive elements and other features, writes Content Analytics CEO Dave Feinleib.

By David Feinleib • Nov. 1, 2018

Raley's dives into the ready-made meal kit market

The California-based grocer is the latest chain to offer its own version of the prepared food option, joining Publix, New Seasons Market and Kroger.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Oct. 31, 2018

How M&A brings new products and fresh insight to Big Food

From knowledge about plant-based foods to sourcing organic crops, buyers are looking for more than cost savings when they make a purchase — but those benefits can sometimes be hard to find. 

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 30, 2018

Wakefern sees sales jump to $16.5B this year

Executives for the country’s biggest retailer cooperative told shareholders the largest growth areas include private label innovation and e-commerce.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 29, 2018

Will consumers ever love ugly produce?

While Imperfect, a leading brand, just announced its East Coast expansion, competing supplier Misfits Produce was recently discontinued by Price Chopper and Hannaford.

By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 26, 2018

Why farmers need local partners

As CSA memberships decline, storytelling through technology, marketing tools and new partnerships with grocers can open the locally grown food pipeline.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Oct. 26, 2018