Dr. Russell Zwanka of Western Michigan University publishes annual book on trends and topics driving business Dr. Zwanka's latest book is available at Amazon.com. As grocers get ready to turn the page on the first half of 2024, they’re set to encounter new narratives. That’s [...]
Whole Foods Market will open a new 43,916-square-foot store July 17 at 350 Walt Whitman Road in Huntington Station, New York. The store’s design emphasizes simplicity and modernity, incorporating elements reminiscent of the bay area’s fluidity and the neighborhood’s commuter heritage. The new location’s product [...]
Dunnhumby has introduced the Competitive Threat Evaluator, a tool that can diagnose the intensity and nature of a retailer’s competitive threat and provides actionable knowledge about competitors and their attractiveness to shoppers at the chain, geographic and store levels. This web-based tool combines geo-location data from Placer.ai – covering cross-shopping [...]
The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) and the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) have announced that two industry leaders will be inducted into the Frozen Food Hall of Fame this October at the NFRA Convention. The Frozen Food Hall of Fame was established [...]
Data company leverages its insights with Placer.ai location data to create Competitive Threat Evaluator Dunnhumby is combining location data from Placer.ai with its own indices to offer a new tool that determines the biggest threats from competitors. (Facebook photo) As competition stays tight across the [...]
Move follows successful pilot at 2 locations last year Walmart’s HIV Point-of-Care Screening pilot is being extended to 18 additional Specialty Pharmacies of the Community. In anticipation of National HIV Testing Day on June 27, Walmart is adding to its roster of pharmacies that offer its HIV [...]
Sourcing event will be held Sept. 25-26 Walmart's Open Call winners will see their products online or on shelves at Walmart or Sam's Club. Walmart is again putting the United States first as it opens the application period for its 11th annual Open Call event. [...]
Suspect to be charged with 4 counts of murder following June 21 tragedy at Mad Butcher Suspect Travis Eugene Posey is charged with four counts of murder in a shooting at a grocery store near Little Rock, Ark. (Photo from Ouachita County Sheriff's Office) There [...]
Allston Yards location serves diverse community Stop & Shop's new flagship store officially opened on June 21 at the Allston Yards development, in Boston. Despite recent news that Stop & Shop intends to shutter underperforming stores, the Ahold Delhaize USA banner has held the grand [...]
Independent grocers across the U.S. face many challenges, but additional obstacles face those operating in Alaska. Hammer & Wikan is an independent grocer in Petersburg, Alaska, which is located on Mitkof Island in the southeastern part of the state. Hammer & Wikan was founded in [...]
Walmart is accepting applications for its 11th annual “Open Call” event, to be held Sept. 24-25. Small business owners and entrepreneurs that have a dream of selling their U.S. made, grown or assembled products to millions of customers have an opportunity to apply for selection. [...]
New brands, products will be available via retailer’s 3rd-party digital marketplace Target is expanding its selection on Target.com, thanks to a new partnership with Shopify. Target is linking up with global commerce platform Shopify to bring customers even more choices when they shop Target.com. The [...]
Both animal- and plant-based options are popular with shoppers Retail dietitians can guide shoppers toward nutritious protein choices throughout the aisles, educate them on protein requirements and healthful eating patterns, and introduce them to new protein foods. For years, consumer interest in protein has remained [...]
6/24/2024 Products deliver medium heat to add zest to range of meals Lovers of hot foods can now turn to a couple of stalwart brands to get their fix, thanks to Campbell Soup Co.’s Campbell’s Spicy Condensed Cooking Soups and Swanson Spicy Broths. Providing a [...]
Created for coffee lovers seeking an flavorful start to the day, Seattle’s Best Coffee (SBC) Lighthouse Blend is crafted from 100% Arabica beans sourced from Latin America and uses SBC’s signature smooth-roast process to create a light-bodied coffee balanced with bright, citrusy notes. The consistently [...]
6/24/2024 Poultry producer adds innovation to tried-and-true item Noting that chicken nuggets represent more than 40% of the frozen cooked chicken market, yet 97% of all new nugget products at retail are just changes in pack sizes, major U.S. poultry producer Pilgrim’s decided to bring [...]
Experts weigh in on what a retailer needs to consider before, during and after the renovation process Cushing Terrell's work at Town & Country Markets included an attractively organized deli section. Where comes a time for every grocer when they realize that their equipment or [...]
How grocers can strike a better balance between supply and demand A transparent, sustainable supply chain has become an imperative for retailers. Grocers know that they’re not the only ones that need to abide by sustainability standards — every entity with which they do business [...]
GrubMarket, a provider of AI-powered technology solutions for the food supply chain, has acquired Parsemony, a California-based company offering comprehensive software services to fresh produce distributors and wholesalers. This acquisition strengthens GrubMarket’s software capabilities and expands the functionality of its current product portfolio, including WholesaleWare [...]
The ShopRite LPGA Classic presented by Acer donated nearly $1.5 million to local organizations at its annual luncheon on June 7. Held alongside the golf tournament, the luncheon recognizes “community champions” working to address hunger, support families and advance medical research. “Our annual luncheon is [...]
Grocers and vendors are upping their game to compete with c-stores and restaurants Cingari Family Markets has expanded grab-and-go food choices that range from deli items packaged for pickup all the way to full meals. People still like freshly made ham-and-cheese sandwiches and blueberry muffins [...]
Stater Bros. Charities and Dr Pepper made a $30,000 donation to the Citrus Little League in Rancho Cucamonga, California, on June 1, to help it recover from the burglary and vandalization of the organization’s snack bar. In a show of support, representatives from Stater Bros. [...]
Festival Foods has partnered with University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Kohler Co. and Prevea Health to introduce a certificate program aimed at enhancing customer experience and fostering relationships between companies and the people they serve. Customers are becoming more interested in making personal connections with businesses [...]
To culinary innovator and humanitarian José Andrés, the retail food industry has the power to ensure no one goes hungry during emergencies. Furthermore, feeding the world is not as complicated a problem as it may seem and World Central Kitchen – a nonprofit he founded [...]
Dave Burwick joins the nominating and corporate governance committee effective immediately BJ's is adding Dave Burwick to its board of directors. BJ’s Wholesale Club has named CPG veteran Dave Burwick to its board of directors, effective immediately. Burwick, who served as president and chief executive officer [...]
Get the Newsletter Get news highlights delivered directly to your e-mail inbox. Subscribe Get the Magazine See if you qualify for a free subscription to our industry leading paper magazine. Subscribe
Stores will retain management teams, associates and current in-store ops With the acquisition of the five stores previously operated by franchise partner SMI, Tops’ store network now includes just one remaining franchisee-owned location, in Lewiston, N.Y. Tops Markets LLC has completed the successful transition of [...]
Sponsored content This year, the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association brought its annual tradeshow to Houston, Texas for three busy days. IDDBA filled the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston with thousands of exhibits and dozens of learning sessions about innovations and best practices [...]
Pairing beef with Daily’s bacon, David Eaheart, Seaboard Foods senior director of communications and brand marketing, earned a first place award in the professional division of the National Pie Championships. Entered in the Florida Beef Council Savory Beef Pot Pie category, his winning pie was [...]
Alaska’s grocery industry faces a unique set of challenges. The vastness of the state, coupled with a relatively small and dispersed population, creates logistical hurdles for getting food onto shelves as well as higher prices. This complex environment necessitates a diverse grocery landscape, with national chains, [...]
Fresh departments in supermarkets were in the spotlight for nearly 100 operations-focused grocery leaders attending the National Grocers Association’s 2024 Store Operations Summit: Focus on Fresh, held June 17-19 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Attendees found the summit to be a worthwhile experience. “Fresh is a [...]
Andy Kennedy’s session at IDDBA 2024 was designed to help his audience better understand the steps along the journey to FSMA 204 compliance. Kennedy has worked in traceability for the past 17 years, currently with New Era Partners and before that the FDA as well [...]
Growth for 2 regional grocers, the return of Giant Food exec also made news Welcome to The Friday 5, Progressive Grocer’s weekly roundup of the top news and trends in the food retail industry. Each Friday, we’ll take a look at the stories that are [...]
Biden Administration cites progress and lauds grocers’ price cuts, while other surveys show consumers remain wary The White House shared in a blog post this week that grocery inflation is easing while wages are rising. Inflation – especially the elevated price of food – has [...]
Grocer is also poised to grow with 2 additional supermarkets in city’s outer suburbs The Fresh Market will open soon in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood. The Fresh Market is poised to make its entrance into downtown Chicago as it takes over a piece of property [...]
Grocer readying stores in 3 U.S. regions A Trader Joe's in Murrieta, Calif., will officially open on June 28. Last month, high school seniors in Maryland pulled a senior prank – and went viral on social and traditional media – by putting up a sign [...]
Healthy volume of the product available now through October LGS Specialty Sales, an importer of citrus, avocados, grapes and persimmons, is now offering retailers South African Star Ruby Grapefruit ahead of schedule. LGS Specialty Sales, an importer of citrus, avocados, grapes and persimmons, is now [...]
1st-of-its-kind pilot with Agritask aims to strengthen supply chain, enhance overall produce quality Walmart is gaining actionable insights into its blackberry supply in both the U.S. and Mexico through a partnership with Agritask. In an effort to help its sourcing managers make more well-informed decisions on [...]
Protect consumer and business health with data accuracy There are three clear steps companies can take to execute a path toward FSMA 204 compliance: review technologies, the new landscape and partners. As the FSMA 204 compliance date – January 20, 2026 – approaches, companies have [...]
“A Family Leggacy” spotlights farmer in Kentucky who produces grocer’s private label eggs Natural Grocers' "Meet Your Farmer" film series continues with its latest installment. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Inc. is adding to its "Meet Your Farmer" film series with a film that spotlights [...]
Retailer partners with Upside to provide value in grocery, fuel and convenience categories Giant Eagle joins Upside mobile app to provide cash back opportunities in grocery, fuel and convenience. Giant Eagle Inc. has revealed a large-scale partnership with Upside. Following the completion of a successful pilot, [...]
According to 210 Analytics’ recent report, prices in the fresh perimeter were up 1.2 percent in May versus a year ago, whereas center-store grocery prices increased 1.7 percent – the closest rates of inflation seen in several years between the two parts of the store. [...]
Following the completion of a pilot, customers can now use Upside’s mobile app to access personalized cash-back promotions at more than 180 Giant Eagle and Market District stores and some 165 GetGo locations in Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania and Maryland. The partnership also makes Giant Eagle [...]
Skogen’s Festival Foods has plans to open two new Wisconsin stores later this year – on Sept. 20 at 800 E. Maes Ave., Kimberly, and Nov. 8 at 1616 Crest View Drive, Hudson. “It’s an honor to join the Hudson community and also to continue serving [...]
Sprouts Farmers Market has entered a multi-year sponsorship agreement with the Southeastern Conference and SEC Network to become the “Official Grocer of the SEC.” Beginning July 1, the deal will surround the SEC’s marquee women’s sports properties, including basketball and gymnastics. As a celebration of [...]
Digital sales also grew more than 8% during the quarter Combined, Kroger’s delivery and pickup business saw double-digit growth in Q1. The Kroger Co. has reported solid financial results for its first quarter of 2024 thanks to growth in digital sales, increased total household penetration, [...]
E-comm leader replaces 95% of plastic air pillows with paper Amazon progressed swiftly in moving from air pillows to filler paper for delivery packaging in North America. The “paper versus plastic” question has taken on new meaning in recent years, moving beyond shopper choice at [...]
Leaders are both new hires and existing execs who have been promoted Tony Rogers Discount retailer Dollar General has made seven leadership position appointments. They are as follows:Tony Rogers has joined the company as SVP, chief marketing officer. In this role, he will lead the [...]
600+ workers walk out at Riverside, Commerce facilities Chedraui USA has disputed Teamsters Local 630's allegations of unfair labor practices at two SoCal warehouses, and even the the number of striking employees. More than 600 warehouse workers represented by Teamsters Local 630 at two Smart [...]
Progressive Grocer hits the floor to see what’s new and notable for upcoming seasons The KeHE Holiday Show, recently held in Chicago and hosted online via KeHe Connect, provided a sneak peek at winter trends. The decorations were up, so to speak, inside Chicago’s McCormick [...]
HomeDustin Snider2024-05-21T04:36:55-04:00