Corporate Operations: Page 234


  • Report: Albertsons takeover attempts of Whole Foods and Sprouts both likely to fail

    The grocery giant wants to expand into the fast-growing natural and organic arena as price deflation and competitive pressures affect its core operations.

    By Jeff Wells • May 31, 2017
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    New trends are stirring up the yogurt segment

    Even as the market expands, legacy manufacturers — including Danone and General Mills — have reported lagging sales.

    By Keith Loria • May 31, 2017
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    How AI is transforming the food and beverage industry

    Companies are leaning on the technology across nearly all parts of their operations, from marketing to product design.

    By Food Dive staff
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    Lidl announces locations of first 9 store openings

    An analysis of the new locations, which start selling on June 15, shows the German discounter is going right at established players. 

    By Jeff Wells • May 31, 2017
  • Trader Joe's prepares for battle with Canadian grocery pirate

    The retailer is suing Pirate Joe's, a Canadian retailer that buys its products, brings them across the border and sells them to local residents, for trademark violation.

    By Keith Loria • May 31, 2017
  • Kroger adds more DMV self-service kiosks to Georgia stores

    Consumers in 11 stores operated by the supermarket giant will be able to renew their vehicle tags using an interface similar to an ATM.

    By Keith Loria • May 31, 2017
  • Sprig is the latest meal delivery service to close its operation

    The startup's challenges are symbolic of the problems facing many smaller players struggling against bigger-name competitors like Blue Apron and Hello Fresh.

    By Keith Loria • May 31, 2017
  • J.M. Smucker to acquire Conagra's Wesson for $285M

    The jam manufacturer estimates the cooking oil brand will add $230 million to its annual net sales. 

    By May 30, 2017
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    Coca-Cola's latest packaging play delivers access to music festivals

    Bottles attached with removable wristbands drove a sales lift of 11% in their targeted region. 

    By David Kirkpatrick , Peter Adams • May 30, 2017
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    A Balancing Act: How to go from idea to successful food startup

    It's not just hard work —  investors, incubators, analysts and entrepreneurs lay out the often difficult path to success.

    By Sandy Skrovan • May 30, 2017
  • Report: PepsiCo in talks to buy coconut water maker Vita Coco

    The purchase would help the soda giant expand into healthier offerings as more consumers move away from sugary drinks.

    By May 30, 2017
  • Hy-Vee plans dedicated e-commerce facility and prep kitchen in Kansas City

    The company hopes the 137,000-square-foot structure will better serve two growing segments of its business.

    By Jeff Wells • May 30, 2017
  • Marsh says several grocers are interested in buying remaining stores

    Giant Eagle, Kroger, Albertsons and Save-A-Lot may be among the potential purchasers, analysts say.

    By Jeff Wells • May 30, 2017
  • H-E-B focuses on fresh and specialty foods with Central Market remodel

    The grocer hopes a larger produce and wine selection will give it an edge in the cutthroat Houston market.

    By Jeff Wells • May 30, 2017
  • Lawsuit: Hershey was 'deceptive' by underfilling candy boxes

    A federal judge ruled last week the case — which claims the company is violating a federal statute that prohibits "nonfunctional" space in packaged foods — can go forward.

    By May 30, 2017
  • Beyond Meat grabs shelf space in Safeway

    The burger, which sizzles and oozes fat while cooking, will be sold in the grocer's meat case in an attempt to woo beef eaters.

    By Keith Loria • May 30, 2017
  • Family Dollar to roll out revamped stores and private brands

    The chain's parent company plans to renovate 250 stores and introduce Home Line and Katoomba Candy Co. brands to its portfolio.

    By Keith Loria • May 30, 2017
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    Data partnership promises a more detailed look at grocery real estate

    A new program from supermarket site firm Planned Grocery and analytics company Intalytics will find and track new grocery store locations.

    By Keith Loria • May 26, 2017
  • Costco sales rise as competition from Amazon, Lidl looms

    Although e-commerce sales rose 11% in the third quarter, the membership-based warehouse retailer is keeping its focus on driving shoppers to its physical stores.

    By Daphne Howland • May 26, 2017
  • AmazonFresh acceleration continues with Denver expansion

    The service offers same-day delivery of fresh items and household goods, as well as products available through local merchants.

    By Jeff Wells • May 26, 2017
  • AmazonFresh Pickup goes live in Seattle

    A test launched in March, offering the service to employees, has apparently showed enough promise for Amazon to open the concept to its loyal Prime customers.

    By Daphne Howland • May 26, 2017
  • Budweiser bringing patriotic labels back this summer

    The beer manufacturer also will debut a new bottle in camouflage, and feature on its products the U.S. motto “E Pluribus Unum” and lyrics to the Star-Spangled Banner.

    By Keith Loria • May 26, 2017
  • Utah grocer's new app lets customers skip the checkout

    Macey’s customers can scan items with their phone as they shop, then pay with a pre-registered card when they’re done.

    By Jeff Wells • May 25, 2017
  • Sanderson Farms reports strong Q2 earnings

    Company revenue for Q2 rose to $802 million from $692.1 million in the year-ago period, outperforming analyst expectations. 

    By May 25, 2017
  • Yesway buys 35 c-stores in Texas

    The once-small convenience store has its sights set on more than 100 locations across several states by the end of the second quarter.

    By Keith Loria • May 25, 2017
  • Campbell invests $10M in Chef'd

    The company best known for its soup is now the largest strategic investor in the single-order meal kit venture. 

    By Keith Loria • May 25, 2017