Cincinnati, Ohio-based ProAmpac has introduced a fiber-based Modified Atmosphere Packaging RAP Sandwich Wedge to the North American market. Designed for sandwiches and wraps, this package launches the concept of modified atmosphere packaging to a fiber-based format. By combining the benefits of modified atmosphere packaging with sustainable fiber materials, ProAmpac addresses the demand for reduced food […]
Category: Grocery Industry
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest, Supply Chain News
Walmart Opens Fulfillment Center In McCordsville, IN
Walmart employees were joined by local elected officials and community members June 15 to celebrate the grand opening of a new 2.2 million-square-foot fulfillment center at 5259 W 500 N. in McCordsville, Indiana. Located 20 miles northeast of Indianapolis, this facility is Walmart’s largest fulfillment center to date and will enable the retailer to fulfill […]
Posted inPackaging News, Food Service News, Northeast
Restaurantware Rolls Out Compostable To-Go Packaging, Cup Line
New York-based Restaurantware has launched a collection of more than 50 no-added PFAS sugarcane take-out and catering products. Restaurantware’s Pulp Safe line includes compostable plates, cups, trays and take-out packaging containers produced from repurposed sugarcane fiber. The expansion covers all addressable segments in the catering, fast food, delivery, buffet, grocery, hospitality and restaurant markets. The Pulp […]
Posted inPackaging News, Dairy News, Midwest
Hiland Dairy Introduces New Shake And Squeeze Sour Cream
Springfield, Missouri-based Hiland Dairy has launched an improved squeezable package for its all-natural sour cream. The bottle, which is recyclable, will begin appearing on store shelves mid-to-late June. According to the company, the package has a space-saving design with a flip-top cap that keeps the bottle upright. By minimizing the amount of air exposure, the […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
Cub Implements Upshop For Total Store Freshness
In a partnership that is expected to deliver more than $1.5 million in annual shrink savings, Stillwater, Minnesota-based Cub Foods has implemented Upshop’s Expiration Date Management product across 55 stores. Following an initial pilot in the Stillwater store last fall, Cub began deploying it in March, with the rollout completed in less than four weeks. […]
Posted inPackaging News, National
Saucemerica Collection From Heinz Celebrates U.S. States
Rolling out nationwide through August, Heinz has launched The United States of Saucemerica Collection, a limited edition lineup of 50 U.S.-inspired condiment packaging designs. Saucemerica packets are available in seven condiment varieties, with each packet’s design corresponding to one of the 50 states and its most notable dish. Heinz is encouraging consumers to collect as […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Marketing News, Midwest
AWG, University Of Illinois Collaborate On Digital Coupon Analytics Project
Thanks to a partnership with Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG), graduate students at the University of Illinois’ Gies School of Business are researching the effectiveness of digital coupons on customer behavior. The company shared a statement on LinkedIn, stating “the students’ findings are helping to guide [our] digital coupon strategy.” Kate Favrow, director […]
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Online Grocery Sales Decline 3.4 Percent In May Versus Year Ago
The U.S. online grocery market finished May with $6.9 billion in total sales, down 3.4 percent compared to last year’s $7.2 billion, according to the latest monthly Brick Meets Click/Mercatus Grocery Shopping Survey fielded May 30-31. The dip in overall sales for May was driven by a combination of fewer households buying groceries online during […]