The platform shows how products appear in AI-generated recommendations so any issues can be addressed.
Category: National
Posted inBakery News, Association News, National
Bakers Bring Unified Industry Voice To Washington At 2026 Fly-In
The baking leaders took the industry’s new “Baking Feeds America” advocacy campaign to Capitol Hill.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Corporate Store News, Equipment & Technology, Featured News, National, News, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Sees Grocery Becoming A Managed Service In AI Future
EVP and Chief Digital Officer Yael Cosset said that AI won’t replace human connection and should be used to give associates more time to develop those connections.
Posted inBakery News, Association News, National
Hostage Negotiator To Keynote 2027 NextGenBaker Brunch
Attendees will learn from Mickey Bergman’s experiences, including how empathy can break stalemates, influence others and bridge vastly different perspectives.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, IGA, National, News, Wholesaler/Distributor News
IGA Caps Centennial Rally With Gala Honoring Retailers, Partners
North Carolina grocer Mack McLamb was named the 2026 IGA USA International Retailer of the Year, the evening’s top U.S. honor.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Equipment & Technology, National, Retail Media
Instacart Adds Gopuff To Marketplace, Extends Ads Reach
Instacart customers can order fresh groceries, snacks, beverages and household staples through the new Gopuff storefront and get delivery in 15 minutes.
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Marketing News, National, Perishables, Store News, Wholesaler/Distributor News
ShopRite, Schnucks Among Certified Angus Beef 2026 Retail Award Winners
Schnuck Markets earned Retailer of the Year honors, while ShopRite was named Large Chain Marketer of the Year.
Posted inPerishables, Aldi, Featured News, National, Store News
Aldi Offering New Collection Of Ready-Made Meals
Beyond the initial collection, new meals will hit the “Aldi Finds” shelves every month throughout the next year.
Posted inEquipment & Technology, Aisle Watch, Featured News, National, Online Grocery Technology
Instacart Gives Grocers, CPG Brands Real-Time View Of Store Shelves
The new software maps stores down to individual products so users can understand what is happening on shelves and act on it.
Posted inEquipment & Technology, Aisle Watch, National, Suppliers
Simbe Surpasses 3,000 Units In Shelf Intelligence Fleet
Simbe: “We’re building the physical intelligence layer that enables retailers to understand and operate stores with greater autonomy.”
Posted inGrocery Research, Association News, Beverage News, Center Store, Featured News, National
Coffee Trend Survey: Specialty Hits Record, Grocery Share Slips
More American adults now drink specialty coffee than traditional coffee, with 48 percent having specialty coffee in the past day – a new record.
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Corporate Store News, National, News, Pharmacy, Walmart
Walmart, SCAN Planning Co-Branded Medicare Advantage Plan
The plan, pending regulatory approval, could include pharmacy and vision services along with food and over-the-counter benefits.
Posted inGrocery Research, Featured News, National
Grocery Shoppers Paying ‘Time Tax’ To Stretch Budgets
“…saving money on food has become a second job for many households,” says Beth Johnson, grocery industry strategist at RRD and Iridio.
Posted inProduce News, Association News, Featured News, National, Perishables
IFPA Previews Global Show: Trust, AI, First Midweek Schedule
This year’s show runs Oct. 14-16, Wednesday through Friday, a change based on member feedback.
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Association News, Executive News, National, News
Linke Joins PLMA In New VP Of Associate Relations Role
Jennifer Linke has more than 25 years of private brand and retail experience.
Posted inGrocers Give, Corporate Store News, Featured News, Independent Store News, National
Grocers Give: Stop & Shop, Others Focus On Hunger Action Month
Stop & Shop, Meijer, Tops, Schnucks, Food Lion, Hannaford and Kroger mark Hunger Action Month and Hispanic Heritage Month with community campaigns.
Posted inSuppliers, Beverage News, National, Supply Chain News
Coca-Cola System Contributes $85B, Plans $10B U.S. Buildout
The planned investments cover new or expanded production, distribution and office facilities across the country.
Posted inRetail Media, Corporate Store News, Equipment & Technology, Featured News, National, News, Suppliers
Albertsons Media Collective, PepsiCo Pilot Attribution Tool
The companies announced they are testing a first-of-its-kind attribution tool measuring retail media’s true sales impact.
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, National, News
IHA Elects 3 New Board Members, Names JURA’s Tom McMahon Chairman
The International Housewares Association elected Scrub Daddy, Select Brands and Godinger executives to its board and named JURA president Tom McMahon chairman.
Posted inAssociation News, Independent Store News, National, News
NGA Urges Senate Action After House Passes Penny-Rounding Bill
H.R. 10167 was passed by voice vote Sept. 14, moving Congress closer to resolving a legislative tangle that has left grocers rounding without federal protection for nearly a year.