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Natural Grocers Expands Wine and Beer Program09/27/2020
Food retailer focuses on local beverages
The Giant Co. Takes Halloween Virtual 09/27/2020
Nutritionists are hosting free, live classes throughout October for kids
NJ Passes Statewide Law Banning Single-Use Items09/27/2020
Legislation applies to plastic and paper bags, as well as foodservice products
Kroger Thinking Even Smaller With Newest Ocado Facility09/27/2020
E-commerce hub in Romulus, Michigan, will be the smallest facility to date
Wegmans Moves Toward Diesel-Free Fleet09/27/2020
Retailer partners with Hyliion on Hybrid CNG truck system
Brookshire Brothers Re-ups With Revionics’ Price Optimization Solution09/27/2020
New multiyear agreement also covers promotion analysis
Whole Foods Left Out of Prime Day Promotions09/27/2020
Food retailer's involvement in promotional event to involve in-store activities
Kenny Family Stores Launches Aisle Trials09/27/2020
Competition, web series give local food businesses placement opportunities
Food Lion Adds Fresh Fuel to Its E-Commerce Offerings09/27/2020
Order pickup service expands to more locations
Bud Light Platinum Seltzer09/27/2020
Line extension offers trendy beverage, unusual flavors
Tastykake Kickoff Cookies09/27/2020
Football-themed packaging generates seasonal interest
:ratio Dairy Snacks and Crunchy Bars09/27/2020
General Mills introduces 1st keto-focused product line
Sweetie Sweet Onions―#MakingLifeSweeter09/27/2020
Peri & Sons Farms’ Sweetie Sweet onions are beautifully round and perfectly balance both sweetness and pungency.
MCTBar09/27/2020
Committed to helping people everywhere live happier and healthier lives, MCTBar provides snackers with the best tasting, low-carb, collagen protein bars with no added sugar.
The Importance of Openness in the Future of Retail09/24/2020
Flexible technology is key to keeping up with evolving customer expectations
How Kroger Battles Waste During the Pandemic09/24/2020
Retailer details food waste challenges, consumer awareness
Meijer, Sprouts Set New Marks for Emissions Reductions09/24/2020
Food retailers increase efforts to protect the environment
Zero Grocery Raises $3M Toward Reusable Packaging Deliveries09/24/2020
New funding reflects broader trends among food retailers
Amber Specialty Pharmacy IT VP Receives Award09/24/2020
Hy-Vee subsidiary also named 2020 Specialty Pharmacy of the Year
CA Mandatory Recycled-Content Bill Signed Into Law09/24/2020
Legislation aims to increase collection and supply, expand market demand
How the Pandemic Has Changed Meat Shopping09/24/2020
FMI report finds more focus on value and different cuts
Vallarta Supermarkets Opens Northernmost Store09/24/2020
Grand opening of grocer's 51st location held in Madera, California
Dollar General Names New Chief Merchant09/24/2020
Retailer shuffles other key executive roles
Ingles Markets Gives Workers Another Bonus09/24/2020
Company's 3rd pandemic bonus will total about $5M
Southeastern Grocers Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month09/24/2020
Grocer offers educational series, live cooking demos
Produce For Kids Expands Into Healthy Family Project09/23/2020
PMA’s Fresh Summit will showcase growth plan for brands
The Giant Co. Supports Philly Children's Museum 09/23/2020
Grocer's $1.2M gift will go toward reimagining Market exhibit
Meijer Seeing Flu Vaccination Spike09/23/2020
But pandemic worries could keep some consumers away
Walmart Hiring 20K Seasonal Workers09/23/2020
Retailer aims to meet demands for online shopping, safe environments
Cleaning House in the Wake of COVID-1909/23/2020
How retailers are stepping up their store sanitation and disinfection efforts
HelloFresh Invites Diners on Tastecations09/23/2020
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card partners on meal-kit series
Choice Market Launches New Mobile App, E-Commerce Site09/23/2020
New digital tools from Locai Solutions aid the local hybrid grocery, c-store, and fast-casual food retailer
Brookshire Grocery Co. Establishes Scholarship Fund09/23/2020
Money will help students in the food retailer’s service area
How Independent Grocers Are Offering Free Delivery09/23/2020
Rosie and Doordash partner on the promotion through the end of the month
How E-Commerce Is Shaping Target’s Holiday Staffing09/23/2020
The retailer’s plans reflect pandemic trends
Amazon Ups Support for Sustainable Products09/22/2020
E-retailer offers 25,000+ Climate Pledge Friendly products, launches new packaging certification
Uber Teams Up With Southeastern Grocers on Delivery09/22/2020
Will service Winn-Dixie, Fresco y Mas banners in select Florida cities
J.M. Smucker Co. Updates Corporate Identity09/22/2020
Move meant to better reflect its growth, diverse portfolio
Giant Eagle Adds Frictionless Pickup Technology09/22/2020
Grocer using Radius Networks' FlyBuy Pickup to reduce wait times
Sam’s Club Offers More Consumer Health Care — Via an App and Subscriptions09/22/2020
Retailer teams with provider of virtual primary care services
Product of the Year Awards: Now Open for Entries09/22/2020
Past winners share stories of success
Amazon’s New Prime Day Could Make for a Busy October09/22/2020
Retailer reportedly reschedules Prime Day and sets early Black Friday deals
Berkeley, CA, Passes Healthy Checkout Measure09/22/2020
Pioneering city ordinance requires food stores to sell nutritious options
Intermarché and Netto Team With Symphony RetailAI09/22/2020
Tech will enable retailers’ strategic business transformation
Quotient Launches Brand Engagement Tools09/22/2020
Move reflects rise of precision ads for retailers and brands
Uncle Ben’s Branding Retired09/22/2020
Ben’s Original rice will start appearing in stores in 2021
Politics Aside, Independents Mean Business09/21/2020
The NGA lays out its legislative agenda to help the sector keep feeding the nation
Giant Takes Flu Shots on Road With Airstream09/21/2020
Mobile clinics to deploy in D.C. region