Produce Retail
The year-end results highlight the challenge facing regional grocers in growing e-commerce in today’s competitive environment.
Stop & Shop and Badger Technologies are partnering on a #MartyTheRobot special promotion at the National Retail Federation 2024 in support of the School Food Pantry Program at New York City-area schools.
The new and improved Upside Dashboard redefines measurement, giving retailers data needed to make decisions regarding industry changes.
Though retail prices for fresh produce were down compared with a year ago, the inflation rate for all consumer prices ticked higher in December, the Commerce Department reports.
With a large crop in apple-producing states, like Pennsylvania, marketers say there is a need to boost consumption. “That will take some time and some effort,” said Chris Sandwick of Hess Bros. Fruit., Lancaster, Pa.
Retailers looking to better support and equip their produce managers have a new resource to explore.
Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace will carry Edible Garden’s products in its retail locations throughout New York and New Jersey.
The Greensboro, N.C.-based grocer has named five food and beverage trends it predicts will be hot in the year ahead, with produce playing a role in each.
The specialty artichokes are shipping now and will be intermittently available throughout the winter, the company says.
Aldi initiates positive impact by removing plastic shopping bags and sets goal to transition to natural refrigerants by the end of 2035.
The new subsidiary will provide fresh, prepared food and assembled goods for retailers, businesses and industry customers.
84.51° has released its “Omnichannel Special Report” that examines consumer behaviors of the unique omnichannel shopper.
In a filing, the Federal Trade Commission claims the largest supermarket merger in U.S. history will eliminate competition and raise grocery prices for millions of consumers, while harming tens of thousands of workers.
Upside’s survey highlights the evolving landscape of loyalty programs, revealing gaps in consumer behavior and retailer expectations despite widespread enrollment.
Micro-fulfillment e-grocery solutions provider Takeoff and Knapp said the partnership offers modular solutions for food retailers’ automation needs, enabling flexible fulfillment strategies.
Customers who bought eligible sold-by-weight groceries from Walmart between Oct. 19, 2018, and Jan. 19, 2024, qualify for the settlement. Walmart shoppers have until June 5 to submit a claim.
It’s Potato Lover’s Month, and what’s not to love about the budget-friendly, nutritious potato? Tell customers how to handle this produce rock star’s sensitive side to ensure the spuds they’re buying don’t go to waste.
Cardenas Rewards offers points for purchases, as well as access to digital deals, exclusive offers and personalized savings via the mobile app or website.
New research from FMI, Oliver Wyman, and Circana reveals opportunities for food industry partners to meet evolving shopper values.
The campaign, which runs from Feb. 28 to March 19, benefits Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization, as well as local partner food banks throughout Food Lion’s 10-state operating area.
The company said the renovation, which totaled $2 million in enhancements, welcomes shoppers into a warm, engaging environment.
Retailer Owned Food Distributors and Associates wholesalers will launch new online retail media networks powered by Instacart’s Carrot Ads solution.
The grocer’s new store is expected to feature locally sourced foods and fresh produce as well as expanded international offerings including Southeast Asian specialties, and Kosher and Halal products.
Following the January launch in China for the Lunar New Year, Rubyglow — a yellow pineapple with a deep red outer shell — will be available directly from select grocery and fresh produce retailers nationwide.
May is National Salad Month, and it seems U.S. consumers already have a jump on enjoying these light, healthful treats. Here’s what retail data shows about consumer preferences when it comes to a dish of leafy greens.
Signs are everywhere in the produce aisle, but what you express, how you present them, when you place them and why you choose the information conveyed can make a big difference, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Save Mart, FoodMaxx and Lucky banners will use Instacart’s Caper Cart, FoodStorm and Storefront Pro solutions to create omnichannel shopping experiences.
The Bentonville, Ark.-based retailer has recognized Canadian greenhouse grower Village Farms Fresh as a “Giga Guru” through its sustainability initiative “Project Gigaton.”
Schnucks Markets named one of “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2024" by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights.
Gross profit margin improvement is never easy or fast. Here are a few tips to set your plan up for success, from columnist Armand Lobato.