ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
May 2021
May 13
Dollar General Makes Largest 1-Day Grant to Support Literacy Programs
$10.5M awarded to nearly 1,000 schools, nonprofits and libraries
May 13
IRI’s Diversity Program to Empower Minority- and Women-Owned CPG Businesses
Partners include Ahold Delhaize, Kroger and Amazon
May 13
Kroger ‘Accelerates’ Fresh Leadership
Go Fresh & Local Supplier Accelerator program allows new suppliers to support retailer's fresh expansion
May 13
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Opens 400th Store
Discount retail chain expands footprint to 26 states
May 12
Giant Eagle Former President Joins Mercatus
John Lucot to leverage his operations experience and insights as a retail exec to the e-commerce solution provider
May 12
Apeel’s New Tech 'Sees' Inside Produce to Determine Freshness
ImpactVision's hyperspectral imaging adds a new layer of insights to help reduce food waste
May 12
Stor.ai Partners With Trax to Simplify Online Ordering for Grocers
Partnership will result in a one-stop, holistic solution for processing, fulfilling and delivering online orders
May 12
If It’s Not Safe, It’s Not Food
Leading retailers discuss the keys to keeping food safe during the COVID-19 pandemic
May 12
Hannaford Donates $400K to Support Mental Health Awareness
Retailer funds local organizations that support those most directly impacted by the pandemic
May 11
Empire Advances FreshCo Expansion
3 Safeway and Sobeys stores in Canada to be converted to discount banner
May 11
CVS Pharmacy Offers Free Same-Day Prescription Delivery Via Shipt
CarePass members can also receive select wellness essentials within hours
May 10
Kroger Releases Small-Business Resource Guide
Guide supports retailer's commitment to advance supplier inclusion
May 10
Stater Bros. to Open 5th Location in Ontario, California
New store will anchor shopping center developed by Lewis Retail Centers
May 10
Walmart 1st Food Retailer in Canada to Earn Beef Sustainability Certification
Retailer is now sourcing from Canadian certified sustainable farms and ranches
May 10
Organic Garage Adds Specialty Cheese Provider to Kiosk Concept
Canadian retailer’s Hand-Picked Partners program continues to grow with Cheese Boutique
May 07
eMeals Hires 2 Shipt Marketing Execs
Additions to help drive customer acquisition and data analysis efforts
May 07
Empire Banners Participate in ‘Feed the Dream’ Olympic Campaign
Retailer celebrates Team Canada with athlete grocery cards, digital and social engagement, TV, and in-store marketing
May 07
Most Consumers Expect Return to Normalcy by July 4th: Study
Numerator sentiment survey reveals 2 in 5 expect regular celebrations by Mother's Day, nearly half by Father's Day
May 07
How the Pandemic Has Affected Eating Habits
Acosta report details changes in consumer dining, offers insight into post-pandemic eating trends
May 06
Walmart Partners With Netflix’s 'Waffles + Mochi' to Teach Families About Healthy Eating
New interactive experience aims to show kids that nutritious food can be fun
May 06
Schnuck Members Can Donate Rewards to Nonprofits
Customers have the option to give to nonprofit organizations in their communities
May 06
Hy-Vee Encourages Kids to Join Its KidsFit Club
Program helps children to stay active and healthy during summer
May 05
Weis Markets’ Sales Increase to $1B
Compared with record surge last year, Q1 results remained elevated
May 05
Food Waste Solution Expands Out West
Too Good To Go working to significantly reduce food waste at retail
May 05
Autonomous Shopping Coming to San Diego High-Rise Community
Accel Robotics' Last Step solution delivering items directly to residents' doors
May 05
North Carolina SNAP Online Shoppers Can Now Use Food Lion To Go
Customers in need of nutrition assistance can shop however is most convenient
May 04
What Next-Generation Tastes Trends Are in the Pipeline?
Kerry’s new report finds increased consumer appetite to travel world through flavor
May 04
Aldi Partners With Global Tuna Alliance
Retailer's sustainability strategy aims to provide socially, environmentally responsible seafood
May 04
Raley’s Opens 3rd Store Under 'Healthy' Banner
O-N-E Market locations focus on organics, nutrition, education
May 04
Get Ready for More At-Home Dinner Parties
ButcherBox study finds 46% of American respondents 'very excited' to entertain guests in their houses
May 03
CVS Focuses on Women’s Health and Wellness in May
Retail pharmacy chain to offer free heart disease screenings, along with deals on certain items
May 03
Tyson Meets Increased Plant-Based Demand With Brand Expansion
Raised & Rooted line adds new products for grilling
May 03
United Grocery Chain Takes a Bite Out of Hunger
Company's banners donate nearly 40K pounds of apples across Texas and New Mexico
April 2021
Apr 30
Weis Markets to Invest $135M in Its Growth
Retailer has 8 remodels, 8 fuel centers planned for 2021
Apr 30
Feds Uncover $31M Coupon Fraud Scheme
Virginia Beach couple pleads guilty to creating and mailing bogus retail coupons throughout the United States
Apr 30
Indoor Vertical Farm Breaks Ground in Virginia
AeroFarms’ new location is near more than 1K food retailers in region
Apr 29
Target Collaborates With Plant Stylist for 1st Time
Online searches for greenery on retailer's website increased 300%+ over last year
Apr 29
Island Pacific Partners With Law Enforcement to Combat Anti-Asian Violence
Filipino supermarket chain participates in local Stop Asian Hate event
Apr 29
FMI Helps Standardize Seafood Buying Process
Partnership with National Fisheries Institute helps suppliers efficiently comply and fill orders
Apr 29
Mowi Salmon Brand Enters Target, Northgate Market
Norwegian brand’s U.S. seafood expansion now includes brick-and-mortar retail stores
Apr 28
425K+ New Jersey Households to Receive Extra Food Stamp Assistance
SNAP helps low-income families buy groceries in-store and online via benefits card
Apr 28
NACDS Elects President of Kroger Health to Board Chair Position
Colleen Lindholz succeeds Meijer exec
Apr 28
BJ’s Shoppers Can Now Virtually Try on Eyewear
Retailer continues to invest in digital platforms
Apr 28
IFT to Debut 'FIRST' Look Into Future Food Tech Trends
Digital experience will bring global community together to solve problems and inspire food innovation
Apr 28
Numerator Launches Omnichannel Market Share Measurement System
TruView uses consumer-sourced data at a massive scale
Apr 27
Dollar General to Donate 100K+ Books With Store Openings
Retailer and Kellogg will provide 100 new books for students to celebrate each new location
Apr 27
Walmart Touts Diversity Progress
Retailer details efforts to create greater racial equity across society, company
Apr 26
Biden Signs Sesame Labeling Bill Into Law
FASTER Act requires allergen to be labeled on all packaged foods beginning Jan. 1, 2023
Apr 26
Ingles Markets to Hire 4K+ Workers
Company-wide hiring fair to be held May 11-13 at all store, distribution center locations
Apr 26
USA Today Names Fresh Market, Hy-Vee, Lidl Best Supermarkets
Panel of 10Best local experts and contributors nominated favorite American retailers based on value, selection, service
Apr 23
Target Increases Expertise in Home Category With New Hire
Samara Tuchband joins retailer on May 3 as SVP of merchandising, home
Apr 23
Natural Grocers Continues to Modernize Locations
Pueblo, Colo., store will offer 30% larger footprint, sustainable building features, speedy checkout
Apr 22
Albertsons to Set Emissions Reduction Goal
Retailer commits to Science Based Targets initiative
Apr 22
Kroger Adds Private Label to Recycling Program
Expanded effort now includes packaging from retailer's exclusive brands
Apr 21
Kroger Achieves Milestones in Commitment to End Hunger, Waste
Retailer directed record 1-year total of 640M meals to fight food insecurity during pandemic
Apr 21
Instacart Outlines Commitment Against Systemic Racism
CEO details how company is advocating for Black community, driving change
Apr 16
Lunds & Byerlys Uses Inventory Science to Ensure Item Availability
Minnesota high-end grocer installs Itasca Magic at all of its 27 locations
Apr 16
ShopRite Debuts Fresh to Table Store-Within-a-Store Concept
Bloomfield, New Jersey, is latest location
Apr 15
Vejii Continues Quest to Be World's Largest Plant-Based Marketplace
Online grocer signs definitive agreement to acquire Veg Essentials LLC
Apr 15
House of Representatives Passes Act on Sesame Labeling
FASTER Act makes seed 9th allergen required to be labeled on packaged foods
Apr 14
EPA Recognizes Food Lion as Leader in Energy Conservation
Retailer receives Energy Star Partner of the Year Award for 20th consecutive time
Apr 13
KeHE Hiring at Distribution Centers
Company aims to fill positions to accommodate accelerated growth, forecasts doubling sales within next 5 years
Apr 13
Ingles Provides Paid Time Off to Vaccinated Associates
Move aims to incentivize COVID-19 vaccinations
Apr 13
Dollar Tree Fills Key Exec Role
Retail vet Alasdair James to step into newly created position of EVP, merchandising and supply chain
Apr 13
Produce Sales Increased 11%, Reaching $69.6B in 2020
Results driven by healthy living and at-home cooking: FMI’s 'Power of Produce 2021'
Apr 13
Impossible Foods Furthers Brand Awareness With New Hire
Former Apple creative leader Steve Turner joins company as chief experience officer
Apr 12
Beyond Meat Products Enter More Retailers
Plant-based brand increases existing in-store presence at 5K stores across U.S.
Apr 12
Food City to Open 1st Alabama Store
Southeastern retailer has grown steadily by expansion into new market areas
Apr 09
Mercato Raises $26M
E-commerce platform connects consumers to independent grocery stores, specialty markets
Apr 09
The Fresh Market to Hold Hiring Event
Specialty grocer aims to fill 1K+ positions during national hiring event
Apr 09
HelloFresh Provides Free Meal Kits to Culinary Students
Meal kit provider enables hands-on learning experiences
Apr 08
Whole Foods Highlights Responsibly Sourced Products for Shoppers
3rd-party certification seal helps easily identify items that support workers, communities, environment
Apr 08
Raley Releases 1st Impact Report
Retailer highlights initiatives prioritizing purpose over profit
Apr 08
Dollar Tree to Hire Thousands
To support growth plans, retailer is offering range of opportunities in stores, distribution centers
Apr 08
Organic Garage Expands Hand-Picked Partner Program
Independent retailer’s program continues to grow with plant-based bakery
Apr 07
Target, Instacart, Amazon Rank High for Online Shopping
Kantar research reveals consumers' satisfaction with online shopping experience
Apr 07
UNFI E-Commerce Solution Connects With Emerging Brands
Online Community Marketplace allows suppliers to sell products and ship directly to retail customers
Apr 06
Grocery Digital Gains Will Stick Post-Pandemic: Report
Mastercard finds an additional $900B was spent online globally during pandemic
Apr 06
The Fresh Market Fills 1st Head of Diversity Role
Gerald L. Walden Jr. has been appointed to VP position
Apr 05
Walgreens Celebrates Red Nose Day Digitally
This year's campaign virtually spreads awareness and raises funds to help end child poverty
Apr 05
Organic Spirits Company Signs Deals with KeHE, UNFI
Square One grows retail footprint, appeals to conscious-lifestyle consumers
Apr 05
Meijer Contributes $1M to Urban League
Retailer continues commitment to diversity and inclusion by supporting multiple chapters
Apr 05
World’s Largest Grocer Partners With Nation’s Largest Food Bank Network
Walmart’s annual Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign teams with suppliers, customers and members
Apr 02
Trader Joe’s Partners With Life Skills App for Autistic Shoppers
Retailer is 1st grocery store chain to partner with MagnusCards
Apr 02
H-E-B Aids in Making Cancer History
Campaign offers in-store and mobile opportunities for customers to support MD Anderson Cancer Center
Apr 02
Shopify Taps Into Natural, Organic Grocery With New App
GreenDropShip releases e-commerce app to transform how merchants sell groceries
Apr 02
Before the Butcher Debuts on Vejii’s Platform
Online vegan retailer can now exclusively sell Mainstream line of plant-based burger products
Apr 01
Indoor Farming Company Hires Walmart Supply Chain Exec
Shenandoah Growers names Cameron Geiger COO
Apr 01
Hy-Vee Donates 12K Boxes of Green Bay Packers' Aaron Jones Cereal
Donation expected to help feed 125K+ people experiencing food insecurity in southwestern Wisconsin
Apr 01
Food Industry Needs to Improve Animal Welfare: Report
Publix, Loblaws, Sobeys among grocers rated in annual benchmarking report
Apr 01
J&J Takes Next Steps in Growth Plan
Farming operation launches new facility, expands grower network and implements sustainability best practices
Apr 01
CVS Establishes Transform Health 2030 Goals
CSR strategy will help retailer make positive impact on health of communities, employees and planet