Can store remodels revive Southeastern Grocers?

The company plans to accelerate its fresh-focused store updates to around 100 annually, touching a majority of its locations during the next three years.

By Jeff Wells • April 16, 2018

Peapod taps Chicago restaurants for meal kit collaboration

The latest offerings from the grocery delivery firm include Chinese and Thai cuisine that could resonate with customers looking for trendy new flavors.

By Alicia Kelso • April 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

Big Food turns to popular mainstays in search for growth

From introducing new flavors to experimenting with different shapes and sizes, large CPG companies are extending the reach of iconic products such as the Oreo and Twinkie to help invigorate sales.

By Christopher Doering • April 16, 2018

Albertsons and Rite Aid report upbeat earnings ahead of merger

The grocer forecast positive comp-store sales growth for fiscal 2018, while the Pennyslvania-based pharmacy chain predicts a full-year profit thanks to rising reimbursement rates and better drug prices.

By Jeff Wells • April 13, 2018

Walmart heats up Florida, Texas grocery wars with $477M expansion plan

The retailer will revamp 82 existing locations, open 14 new ones and expand its online grocery pickup, Mobile Express Scan & Go and Walmart Pickup Towers.

By Emma Liem Beckett • April 13, 2018

As Danone North America becomes a certified B Corp, are other big food companies close behind?

B Corp growth parallels the spending power of millennials, who go out of their way to do business with companies that reflect their values.

By Cathy Siegner • April 13, 2018

Nestle, JAB tried to buy premium coffee maker Lavazza

Executives with the 123-year-old Italian company say it plans to remain independent and has turned down all bids to be acquired.

By Cathy Siegner • April 13, 2018

Hostess Brands names packaged-goods veteran as CEO

Andrew Callahan will take over the top spot on May 7, bringing 23 years of experience at companies including Tyson and Kraft.

By Christopher Doering • April 13, 2018

Peapod tackles value image with a suite of new promotions

The online grocer will lower prices on individual products as well as bulk orders, and introduce a discounted version of its PodPass subscription program.

By Jeff Wells • April 12, 2018

Walmart eases supplier deadlines for some deliveries

The retailer will allow some shipments to come in a day early as suppliers face a trucker shortage that's straining their distribution capabilities.

By Alicia Kelso • April 12, 2018

Dot-com bust Kozmo makes comeback as online warehouse delivery service

Yummy.com recently relaunched the brand, saying nostalgia for the late 1990s food provider will offer a solid customer base from which to grow.

By Patti Zarling • April 12, 2018

Maker of Bertolli olive oil settles class-action lawsuit for $7M

Plaintiffs claimed the product was labeled as being "imported from Italy" when the olives came from several places, and that its extra virgin quality could not be verified.

By Cathy Siegner • April 12, 2018

Soylent meal-replacement drinks to be sold at Walmart

"We are committed to making our offline experience as robust as our thriving online business," said Melody Conner, Soylent's vice president of sales. 

By Cathy Siegner • April 11, 2018

Kroger plans to hire 11,000 workers, including 2,000 managers

The staffing additions will increase the grocer's workforce by roughly 2% as the supermarket chain boosts its store services and ClickList pickup program.

By Jeff Wells • April 11, 2018

Giant Eagle nails down co-location deal with Ace Hardware

The new partnership will place branded hardware outlets inside four of the grocer's stores, with the first one set to open this summer.

By Cathy Siegner • April 11, 2018

Can consumers save the maker of the iconic Necco Wafers and Sweethearts?

Since the New England Confectionary Co. said in March it would close if it didn't find a new owner, sales have jumped by 50% and a social media army has rallied to its defense.

By Alicia Kelso • April 11, 2018

Traceability is a must for companies with zero-deforestation pledges

By publishing their palm oil supply chains, Unilever and Nestlé paved the way for companies to make similar commitments, but Julie Nash of Ceres says other firms need to step up their game.   

By Julie Nash • April 10, 2018

Whole Foods and Walmart expand home delivery to new cities

Amazon Prime Now delivery is now available at Los Angeles-area Whole Foods stores, while Walmart announced a deal with Postmates for delivery in Charlotte, North Carolina. 

By Jeff Wells • April 10, 2018

Lucky's Market plans to nearly double its store count

The natural and organic retailer will add 20 new stores to its current count of 28, with new locations coming to Montana, Florida, Colorado and Ohio.

By Jeff Wells • April 10, 2018

Special effects: Tetra Pak offers eye-catching options

The company's new lineup includes holographic images, metallic effects and a wooden fiber look.  

By Cathy Siegner • April 10, 2018

Boxed unveils premium subscription tier

The bulk e-commerce site says the $49-per-year membership was developed for its most regular customers by popular demand.

By Daphne Howland • April 10, 2018

Food and beverage M&A will heat up this year, report says

The annual study from A.T. Kearney found that while deal volume and value dropped in 2017, political events and consumer trends point to more global transactions.

By Cathy Siegner • April 10, 2018

Brazilian firm buys majority stake in National Beef for nearly $1B

The purchase comes as the USDA says American consumption of red meat and poultry is projected to hit a record high of 222.2 pounds this year— a growing market Marfrig Global Foods wants to access. 

By Cathy Siegner • April 10, 2018

SNAP overhaul could level another blow against retailers

Already contending with slim margins and intense competition, grocers also must face the possibility of losing food stamp dollars if cuts proposed by the Trump administration take effect.

By Jeff Wells • April 9, 2018

Earth Fare introduces globally inspired food line

The North Carolina-based natural and organic retailer is forging an adventurous culinary path with its globally sourced line of entrées and other food products.

By Cathy Siegner • April 9, 2018