Corporate
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How will Gen Z's educated consumers impact food and grocery?
Although not major disruptors like millennials, this generation will demand even more from brands and retailers — so companies should prepare now.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 17, 2018
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Hormel sells its Nebraska processing plant to hog farmer cooperative
The price of the deal hasn't been disclosed, but reflects how Big Food manufacturers are being pushed to seek nontraditional opportunities.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 17, 2018
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In the battle for grocery dominance, Walmart takes the upper hand
The mega-retailer's recent earnings showed it captures a quarter of the entire food market. No other entity even comes close.
By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 17, 2018
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Better than Half Baked: Ben & Jerry's new CEO promises to boost activism
Unilever veteran Matthew McCarthy told The Wall Street Journal businesses must step up in a climate in which the public no longer trusts institutions.
By Patti Zarling • Aug. 17, 2018
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Shipt continues aggressive expansion into new markets
The company's new same-day delivery from Target and Hy-Vee in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri and South Dakota is part of the plan to expand its reach by more than 30 million new households this year.
By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 16, 2018
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Kroger launches driverless delivery in Scottsdale, Arizona
Beginning today, customers at a single Fry's location will be able to order delivery from Nuro autonomous vehicles for a $5.95 flat fee.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 16, 2018
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Fresh foods and e-commerce boost Walmart's strong earnings
Riding an increase in consumer spending, the retail giant posted its strongest grocery comps in nine years, while online sales grew 40%.
By Corinne Ruff • Aug. 16, 2018
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Deep DiveThe price is right: Why food, drink brands spend big money for celebrity endorsers
While stars have long pitched consumers to buy a product, shoppers now expect them to bring authenticity and believability along with their famous names.
By Pamela DeLoatch • Aug. 16, 2018
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Constellation blazes trail in marijuana, investing $3.9B more in Canopy Growth
The maker of Corona and Modelo beer is increasing its ownership in the Canadian cannabis firm to 38%, a move that could keep it at the forefront of this budding industry.
By Emma Liem • Aug. 15, 2018
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Heineken CFO: To do well in today's beer market, think locally
The fiscal head of the world's second-largest brewer told The Wall Street Journal they are focusing on brands with a defined personality and story.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 15, 2018
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Kroger chops prices in Wisconsin stores
The company lowered costs for thousands of items at Pick n' Save, Metro Market and Copps stores, attempting to hold onto its lead in the state.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 15, 2018
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Can Kroger's private label products succeed in China?
The grocer announced Tuesday it will begin selling dietary supplements and store brands like Simple Truth on Alibaba's Tmall marketplace.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 15, 2018
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Workers gain raises as Big Food struggles to fill processing jobs
Finder.com said these employees received one of the largest pay increases in 2017 with the median salary rising to $35,152, a jump of 23.6% from a year earlier.
By Patti Zarling • Aug. 15, 2018
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Blue Apron's recipe for growth? Quick meals, better data and a dash of delivery
Following a steep drop in subscribers, the embattled meal kit company’s CEO outlined a plan to expand its customer base and deepen engagement.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 14, 2018
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Despite challenges, breakfast has pathways for growth
To drive strong sales across demographics in the morning foods category, Packaged Facts said manufacturers should highlight product nutrition and convenience.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 14, 2018
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Coca-Cola takes stake in BodyArmor in effort to unseat Gatorade
The beverage giant paid an undisclosed amount for a portion of the sports drink startup, with an option to take full ownership in the future.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 14, 2018
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HelloFresh won't break even until 2019
The German meal-kit provider will instead use profits to expand its offerings and continue boosting its customer count.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 14, 2018
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Will high trucking costs eventually run over food companies' ability to grow?
Rising fees and a shortage of drivers have hit the industry hard, and the challenges show no signs of letting up.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 13, 2018
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H-E-B will turn underperforming Houston store into an e-commerce hub
The Texas retailer is the latest to repurpose space at a brick-and-mortar location for online shopping, joining Ahold Delhaize and Walmart's Sam's Club.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 13, 2018
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Ahold Delhaize will leverage Peapod to grow e-commerce
During the company’s most recent earnings report, U.S. online sales grew just 7.7%, versus the industry average of 25%.
By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 13, 2018
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Pacific Foods founder gets back to 'Basics' with grocery venture
With a little help from his friends — including the former head of grocery for Whole Foods — Chuck Eggert will soon open Basics Market, a natural store that takes health, education and meal assembly to the next level.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 13, 2018
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Kellogg's Kashi partners with kids to launch new cereal
The product touts the use of organic ingredients, whole grains and low sugar content to appeal to younger consumers and their parents looking to eat healthier.
By Patti Zarling • Aug. 13, 2018
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Consumers crave authentic ethnic food — and will pay more
A survey from Technomic found shoppers want to know whether the items they eat are genuine, although the term's meaning can vary among eaters.
By Patti Zarling • Aug. 13, 2018
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Chobani enters the condiment market
The company is packaging its Greek yogurt in squeeze bottles and says the product has fewer calories, less fat and three times as much protein as sour cream.
By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 10, 2018
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H-E-B continues digital investment with new executive hire
Mike Georgoff will lead the company's digital product strategy, design and development efforts as the grocer continues its push into e-commerce.
By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 10, 2018