Not just knock-offs, but 'knockouts': Inside Kroger's private label push

As store brands become a battleground for retailers, the grocer is leaning on its scale and advanced data science to develop products its customers haven't seen before. 

By Jeff Wells • March 12, 2018

Whole Foods schedules meeting with disgruntled suppliers

The grocer will meet with manufacturers on March 19 to address concerns about new fees and the company’s centralized merchandising setup.  

By Jeff Wells • March 12, 2018

Explore the Trendline➔

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

Weight Watchers pushes healthy lifestyle rebrand through meal kits

The new line is part of CEO Mindy Grossman's efforts to position the company beyond its core focus of helping people manage their weight.

By Erika Kincaid • March 12, 2018

Amazon moves Prime Pantry to subscription model

Prime members opting for the program will begin paying $4.99 per month in addition to their $99 annual fee.

By Daphne Howland • March 12, 2018

Publix will build a GreenWise Market in its hometown

The 25,000-square-foot Lakeland, Florida store is the third location to be built under the banner as the grocer reboots its natural and organic format.

By Dan Alaimo • March 12, 2018

Why Hershey is testing a VR shopping app with digital convenience retailer goPuff

The chocolate maker is focused on exploring how digital technology can support the snacking habits of millennials and Gen Z.  

By Chantal Tode • March 11, 2018

Smucker sells Pillsbury, other U.S. baking brands for $375M

The division, which contributes only 5% of the company's revenue, is being purchased by private-equity firm Brynwood Partners.

By Erika Kincaid • Updated July 10, 2018

Corona rolls out higher-priced, low-calorie beer

Health-conscious consumers have driven the swift success of Michelob Ultra, forcing others in the industry to re-think their products’ caloric impact without compromising taste.

By Christopher Doering • March 9, 2018

Publix will spend $1.5B this year to expand and remodel stores

The Florida-based grocer plans to increase it's footprint in the competitive Mid-Atlantic region, and now owns nearly a third of its stores.

By Erika Kincaid • March 9, 2018

Instacart is getting squeezed out by Amazon Prime Now delivery

As Amazon expands its grocery delivery service, questions linger about Instacart's future with Whole Foods.

By Erika Kincaid • March 9, 2018

Meijer plots 6 small urban stores by 2021

The operations aren't likely to move the needle for the big-box chain yet, but analysts say it's a smart move considering the untapped urban market.

By Daphne Howland • March 9, 2018

Study: Amid high-tech options, radio ads can benefit CPG companies

Nielsen Catalina Solutions found every $1 spent advertising on this medium returned $12 in sales. Some major companies have looked to return to the format.

By Cathy Siegner • March 9, 2018

Amazon's $22B supply agreement underscores commitment to grocery

A 10-K filing from Whole Foods' parent company shows it has entered into a long-term sourcing agreement, providing a positive outlook for its long-time supplier United Natural Foods.

By Dan Alaimo • March 9, 2018

Bone broth product manufacturer Ancient Nutrition gets $103M investment

While it's uncertain if the ingredient's newfound popularity will remain, it's clear that some heavy hitters in the food and beverage industry are interested in finding out.

By Cathy Siegner • March 8, 2018

Kroger hits earnings estimates in Q4 as profitability concerns linger

The company reported $562 million in adjusted revenue along with a 1.5% increase in same-store sales for the quarter, but projected a lower-than-expected earnings forecast for 2018.

By Jeff Wells • March 8, 2018

Costco enjoying a small boost from Sam's Club closures

The membership retailer increased sales by nearly 11% in its second quarter while e-commerce grew by nearly 30%.

By Daphne Howland • March 8, 2018

A peek inside one of Target's newest small format stores

The mass merchant is betting big that these stores will draw in customers in urban, suburban and college cities. But what's the key to making it work?

By Corinne Ruff • March 8, 2018

Coca-Cola to introduce its first-ever alcoholic drink

The U.S. beverage giant will enter the popular "alcopop" market in Japan with a canned beverage known as "chu-hai."

By Cathy Siegner • March 8, 2018

RXBAR spreads its presence into the nut butter category

The new item is the company's first product expansion since the clean-label protein bar maker was acquired by Kellogg last fall for $600 million.

By Alicia Kelso • March 8, 2018

Supervalu plans small-format Cub Foods store in Minneapolis

The new 46,000 square-foot location comes as the company faces mounting pressure from activist investor Blackwells Capital to improve or sell off its retail division.

By Dan Alaimo • March 8, 2018

Kraft Heinz hatches incubator for disruptive brands

The company's new Springboard platform is designed to help the manufacturer of Lunchables and macaroni and cheese identify and nurture products that are healthy, organic and experiential.

By Cathy Siegner • March 8, 2018

High protein diets could lower chances of developing Alzheimer's, study says

Researchers said despite the findings, more evidence is needed to confirm the connection before manufacturers start making on-pack claims.

By Caroline Macdonald • March 8, 2018

Food firms address sustainability, but need to pick up the pace, report says

Consumers are increasingly voting with their wallets when it comes to company pledges to take action on climate change.

By Cathy Siegner • March 7, 2018

Target deepens investments to keep pace with Amazon, Walmart

The company will triple the number of stores it remodels this year, expand click-and-collect from around 50 pilot stores to 1,000 and raise employee pay to $12 an hour.

By Jeff Wells • March 7, 2018

AB InBev's CEO predicts a bright future for low- and no-alcohol beers

Carlos Brito said the company wants to increase these products from about 8% of its total portfolio now to 20% by 2025.

By Cathy Siegner • March 7, 2018