Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer has begun seeking submissions from local and diverse-owned businesses for its Supplier Diversity event focusing on general merchandise and apparel. Vendors must provide video submissions, describing their brand and products, by Sept. 18 to be considered for the virtual event this fall. “While we’ve made great strides to ensure our vendors represent our […]
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Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Snacks Brands, Southwest
Doritos Launches Triangle Tracker Program Through Snapchat
Plano, Texas-based Doritos is launching the Triangle Tracker, a nationwide hunt where any triangle in the real world can unlock exclusive experiences and rewards. Through the Snapchat AR lens that converts any triangle into Doritos and weekly TikTok challenges, Doritos is taking over famous triangular landmarks in New York, Atlanta and Memphis by partnering with brands like Guess Originals, Vivid […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast, Supply Chain News
FreshDirect Exits Washington, D.C., Philadephia Service Areas
New York City-based FreshDirect has announced it will be exiting markets that are served by its Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia facilities. In order to better serve customers in the New York tri-state market, the company has said it will scale back its operations in other areas. The last day that customers will be able to […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
Tops Friendly Markets Expands Gift Card Offerings
Williamsville, New York-based Tops Friendly Markets is launching its online gift card mall, powered by global branded payments provider Blackhawk Network. Tops’ gift card program provides shoppers with a customized and tailored experience online and in stores. Featuring more than 250 different gift card options in a variety of categories including its personal proprietary gift card, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Marketing News, National
Study Shows Prices Per Item Dipped As Basket Quantities Grew
Incisiv and Wynshop have revealed the findings from their State of Digital Grocery Performance Scorecard for July. Compared to June, the average price of an item in a digital basket decreased by $0.2 and the average basket size increased by 1.8 percent. The report is available for download on Grocery Doppio, an independent source of grocery insights […]
Posted inMeijer, Midwest, Online Grocery Technology, Sustainability News
Meijer Launches Drones To Clean Great Lake Beaches, Waterways
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer is participating in the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup Program with the use of two pieces of technology – the BeBot and Pixie Drone – to clean up the beaches and waterways in partnership with the Council of the Great Lakes Region. This initiative is supporting the single largest deployment of these types of eco-friendly […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southeast
DS Smith Begins Testing Packaging Of Straw, Seaweed, Flowers
Atlanta-based DS Smith is exploring new sustainable options for its packaging, testing materials typically seen in gardens, parks and beaches. The company is working to give new life to alternative fibers for paper and cardboard, including daisies, straw, cocoa shells, miscanthus and seaweed. The research follows a national DS Smith survey in which 59 percent of consumers say […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
Cub Introduces Afresh’s AI-Powered Fresh Operating System
Afresh Technologies, a provider of AI-powered technology built for fresh categories within grocery, has announced the rollout of its Fresh Operating System across Stillwater, Minnesota-based Cub’s stores. “At CUB, the local community is at the center of everything we do. Afresh has helped us keep our community front and center by delivering better, fresher products […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., National, Online Grocery Technology, Supply Chain News
Kroger Launches Delivery Service In Nashville, Chicago Areas
The Kroger Co. has announced the opening of two new facilities in Greater Nashville and the Chicago Metro Area. Serving as last-mile cross-dock locations, the locations will operate as an extension of regional fulfillment centers, making its delivery service available to more customers in Tennessee and Illinois. “Kroger Delivery promises an unparalleled shopping and delivery experience, making fresh just one click away […]
Posted inPackaging News, Northeast
Kari-Out Names Two Industry Executives To VP Positions
Tarrytown, New York-based Kari-Out, a manufacturer, importer and distributor of take-out paper, aluminum and plastic food containers, sauces and towelettes, has announced the addition of two executives in supply chain, sales and manufacturing division. “Following on the heels of Kari-Out’s acquisition of Paper Bags USA, expansion in specialty quality packaging and increased take-out sauce package […]
Posted inProduce News, Marketing News, Snacks Brands, Southwest
Avocados From Mexico, Takis Collaborate On Shopper Campaign
Dallas, Texas-based Takis has partnered with Avocados From Mexico to launch a new shopper marketing campaign, “Guackeepers Keep it Good.” The companies have recruited two soccer players, Landon Donovan and Rafael Márquez, as the company’s “Guackeepers.” The “Guackeepers Keep it Good” promotional program includes in-store displays, consumer savings, digital engagement and innovative recipe inspirations for fans. “What […]
Posted inPackaging News, Snacks Brands, Southwest
Stryve Foods, Fields Of Honor Release New Packaging
Plano, Texas-based Stryve Foods has announced its partnership with Folds of Honor, a nonprofit that provides scholarships to the families of America’s fallen and disabled service members. The nonprofit also helps by partnering with brands, such as Stryve Foods, in order to achieve the goals that allow for academic pursuits. Since 2007, more than 35,000 scholarships have been awarded for […]
Posted inPackaging News, Market Profile, West
New Law Requires Retailers To Reduce Single-Use Plastics
The California Grocers Association is keeping its eye on two laws that could change the way retailers conduct business and how businesses outside of the state work with the retailers. Senate Bill 54, or the Plastic Pollution Producer Responsibility Act, is the first of the measures. It took effect June 30 and requires retailers to decrease […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
Rosie Hires Industry Veteran As VP Of Sales
Ithaca, New York-based Rosie has hired Terry King as VP of Sales, focusing on growth of the industry leading turn-key grocery e-commerce platform. In this role, King will focus on multi-store independent grocers and strategic wholesaler partnerships. He will report to Chief Revenue Officer Merrick Rosner. “Terry’s engagement with and passion for independently owned local […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southwest
Canoo Vehicles For Walmart Complete Advanced Deliveries
Within two weeks of signing an agreement with Walmart to purchase 4,500 vehicles, Justin, Texas-based Canoo InHome launched advanced deliveries to finalize configuration for its Lifestyle Delivery Vehicles order. Canoo LDV’s were deployed for real world deliveries in a seven-days-a-week program in the Dallas Fort Worth metroplex. InHome delivery is an optional add-on for Walmart+ […]
Posted inRaley's, Corporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, West
Raley’s Reopens Bel Air Location With New Offerings
Raley’s has reopened its store in Bel Air, California, with a grand opening celebration Aug. 19 that included community leaders and customers. The Raley’s offers a variety of natural and organic products across all departments, as well as local staples at affordable prices. The kitchen offers a selection of grab-and-go prepared foods, chef-crafted sandwiches, dim sum and noodle […]
Posted inPackaging News, Dairy News, Midwest, Online Grocery Technology
Oui By Yoplait Launches Refreshed Yogurt Product
Oui by Minneapolis-based Yoplait has launched a new partnership with Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine and best-selling author Eve Rodsky. Together, the three have released “Say Oui to Me,” a three-part video series in which Rodsky meets and invites women to find their “Unicorn Space” – the personal time to prioritize their interests. In addition to the Hello Sunshine […]
Posted inProduce News, Grocery Store Layout, Northeast
Stop & Shop Introduces Refreshed Grove Hall Store
Stop & Shop has opened a refreshed store Aug. 19 in the Grove Hall neighborhood of Boston. The grocer will unveil a new community wellness space built to host programming at no cost to the community. Another highlight of the updated Grove Hall Stop & Shop location is an in-store dietitian offering free nutrition programming […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
Birdzi Levels ‘Personalization’ Playing Field For Independents
The personal touch means a lot. And while larger grocers often have teams of people dedicated to the data engineering and data science required to achieve one-to-one personalization, independent grocers don’t have that luxury, according to Shekar Raman, co-founder and CEO of Birdzi. Raman’s company levels the personalization playing field for independent grocers. “Birdzi offers […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest, Sustainability News
ProAmpac Facility Receives Sustainability Carbon Certification
Cincinnati, Ohio-based ProAmpac, a global flexible packaging company, announced its Rocky Mount, Virginia, facility has received the International Sustainability Carbon Certification Plus. It is a global sustainability certification system that supports the tracking of chemically recycled and bio-based polymers through the supply chain. “The ISCC Plus certification, coupled with our ProActive Sustainability product offering, underscores ProAmpac’s commitment to helping […]