Save A Lot recently surveyed 600 U.S. adults to learn how the economic landscape has impacted grocery shopping, how they feed their families and friends and how they decide where to shop. According to the survey, 79 percent of respondents say their average grocery costs have increased, compared to three months ago. Consumers are taking […]
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Posted inAnniversary Issues, Corporate Store News, Feature, News, West
Pavilions Fills Role As Test Site For New Grocery, GM Products
“Pavilions is a testing ground for a lot of new and innovative items for the entire division,” said Wayne Heaton, VP and GM of the Pavilions banner. Together with Albertsons and Vons banner stores, they form Albertsons’ 329-store Southern California division. “If something works in Pavilions, there may be 100 stores in the other two […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News
Buche’s Gus Stop To Open Aug. 8 In Lower Brule, SD
G.F. Buche Co. will hold a grand opening celebration Aug. 8 for a Buche’s Gus Stop in Lower Brule, South Dakota. The event will bring together residents, local leaders and Buche’s employees to herald the new full-service location. In addition to groceries and fuel, the store will feature convenience, hardware, sporting goods and other essential […]
Posted inProduce News, Association News, National, News
IFPA Shares New Strategic Alignment To Amplify Food Safety Portfolio
International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has announced a reorganization to enhance and amplify its goals in the areas of produce and food safety regulations. Under the new structure, Paul Lewis, IFPA’s regulatory and compliance expert, will join the government relations team and report to Chief Global Policy Officer Alexis Taylor. Other members of the food […]
Posted inGrocery Research, Grocery Store Equipment, National, News
Survey: Consumers Focused On Product Availability, Tariffs, Tech
A new consumer study conducted by SPAR Group Inc. reveals that product availability is the single most important factor for consumers when choosing to shop in-store, with 74 percent citing it as their top priority. At the same time, 73 percent of shoppers identify out-of-stocks as a leading barrier to the in-store experience, underscoring the need […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Hy-Vee, Midwest, News
Hy-Vee To Accept SNAP EBT Payments For Online Grocery Delivery
To streamline the process, Hy-Vee is now accepting SNAP EBT payments for online grocery delivery at all its stores that offer the service. The grocer first began accepting SNAP EBT payment for pickup orders in 2020. DoorDash added SNAP EBT payment offerings to its storefront in April 2024. The new digital experience also features badges to […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, KeHE Distributors, Midwest, News
KeHE Distributors, INFRA Extend Partnership 10 Years
KeHE Distributors has entered into a 10-year contract extension as the primary distributor with Independent Natural Food Retailers Association (INFRA), a cooperative in the natural channel. The agreement highlights the success experienced since the national partnership’s inception in 2019, including a 141 percent growth in revenue. The continued collaboration will focus on providing a diverse […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, News, Northeast, UNFI
UNFI Highlights Top Industry Trends To Help Retailers Plan For Selling Season
During its second Holiday and Winter Selling Show of 2025, United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) brought together more than 3,900 attendees, 1,400 retailers and 750 suppliers in Uncasville, Connecticut, where exhibitors showcased thousands of products in the natural, organic, fresh, specialty and conventional grocery categories. In addition, UNFI experts shared the latest industry insights and […]