As Sam's Club downsizes, BJ's goes for its customers

The warehouse retailer sees an opportunity in Walmart's move to reduce the footprint of its club seller, but it’s Costco that could get the greatest benefit.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 16, 2018

Instacart acquires digital grocery provider Unata

The combined e-commerce and technology company aims to help supermarkets compete against heavyweights Amazon and Walmart.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 16, 2018

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Mergers and acquisitions

Declining sales and slowing consumption have more companies divesting brands, opening the door for smaller players and private equity firms to expand their portfolios.  

By Food Dive staff

Beyond Burger sales sizzle with meat eaters

The company said about 70% of consumers who buy its plant-based burgers are not vegetarians, a factor it credits to favorable placement alongside chicken, beef and pork in the grocery store.

By Erika Kincaid • Jan. 16, 2018

Fora Foods to launch plant-based butter made from aquafaba

The manufacturer says the clean label, functional ingredient, which is made using liquid residue from chickpeas, will help it stand out from other non-dairy offerings.

By Cassie Chew • Jan. 16, 2018

Boxed CEO: Brick and mortar is 'absolutely' in its future

Chieh Huang did not confirm or deny rumors at the NRF's Big Show that the e-commerce company would be acquired by Kroger, but still hopes to "push the button on the New York Stock Exchange."

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 15, 2018

PepsiCo pushes nostalgia, taps Cindy Crawford for throwback Super Bowl ad

This year's 30-second spot will highlight three of the company's namesake sodas: Pepsi, Diet Pepsi and Pepsi Zero Sugar. Will the response be enough to revive flat segment sales? 

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 12, 2018

Post Holdings says selling private brands businesses is on the table

The company announced Thursday that it was also considering "creative alternatives" for the unit, including an IPO, private equity placement or a strategic combination. 

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 12, 2018

You want fries with that store? California Whole Foods says yes.

A San Jose location will begin hosting LocoL next week — a low-price, mission-driven restaurant that serves up $5 cheeseburgers, chopped salads and other fast favorites.    

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 12, 2018

Walmart shuttering 63 Sam's Clubs in shift to e-commerce

Twelve of the locations will be converted to e-commerce fulfillment centers, a symbol of Walmart's growing focus on online shopping.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 12, 2018

Analysts confirm produce woes and stock issues at Whole Foods stores

Barclays said it wasn't sure whether the problems were due to high shopper traffic or whether store managers simply weren't keeping up with inventory.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 11, 2018

HEYLO there! A new stevia-based sweetener is coming to market.

The product, which is water soluble and 10 to 15 times sweeter than sugar, has a clean taste and functionality that its founder claims can't be matched.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 11, 2018

Albertsons to grow O Organics by 50% as brand reaches $1B in sales

The USDA-certified organic line features more than 1,000 items and will add 500 new products this year.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 11, 2018

Walmart to bump starting hourly pay up to $11

The retailer is positioning the increase as a benefit of tax reform, but it could also have a lot to do with rising minimum wage requirements nationwide.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 11, 2018

Kohl's looks for grocers to fill store space

The discount retailer hopes to increase sales and drive regular traffic at select locations, according to CEO Kevin Mansell.  

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 11, 2018

Food made from 'ugly' produce could be a beautiful business opportunity

As consumer demand for sustainable, mission-based food grows, manufacturers are transforming unfortunate-looking fruits and vegetables into kettle-cooked potato chips, flour and other products.

By Cassie Chew • Jan. 11, 2018

USDA: Millennials spend more on prepared foods than other generations

These coveted shoppers don't visit supermarkets as often as older consumers, and when they do, they seek out convenient, flavorful meal options.

By Cassie Chew • Jan. 11, 2018

Diet Coke debuts new flavors, design in effort to appeal to millennials

While the relaunch will include new flavors and a different can design, Coca-Cola said it will not change the taste of the zero-calorie soda introduced in 1982.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 11, 2018

Nutella owner close to buying Nestle's US candy business for $2.8B

Ferrero is reportedly nearing a deal to acquire iconic brands such as Butterfinger, Crunch and Baby Ruth from the Swiss giant.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 11, 2018

Supervalu gets boost from acquisitions, but wholesale earnings slip

The company’s Unified Grocers business helped boost net sales, while retail operations continued to struggle in the third quarter.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 10, 2018

Molson Coors acquires 290-year old cider maker Aspall

The beverage giant, known for its signature brews as well as Milwaukee's Best and Blue Moon, has seen its beer business slow as consumers flock to spirits and craft products.

By Cassie Chew • Jan. 10, 2018

Constellation Brands invests in premium brandy and rum craft distillers

The beverage maker's minority stakes in Copper & Kings and The Real McCoy Spirits could reinvigorate growth in an area that has been a challenge for the company.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 9, 2018

Bargain retailer Grocery Outlet will open 25 stores this year

The company plans to build 14 locations in Los Angeles, giving it 40 in the crowded but ever-evolving market.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Jan. 9, 2018

Complaint against Walmart underscores organic egg industry tensions

A federal lawsuit argues the retailer has misled customers about its product by claiming its hens have "outdoor access," when in reality the birds are housed in a screened-in structure.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 9, 2018

Sprouts partners with Instacart for chain-wide home delivery

The deal expands the grocer's e-commerce presence, which had come under scrutiny following the acquisition of Whole Foods by Amazon.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 9, 2018

Back to the Future: Leaf Brands' Wacky Wafers return to the market

The reintroduction of the original candy has surpassed expectations, with more than a half-million preorders in four weeks despite limited marketing. 

By Cassie Chew • Jan. 9, 2018