West Virginia’s grocery landscape continues to shift in 2024, reflecting both national trends and unique state-specific factors. Growth, as reflected in the number of new store openings, has signaled a cautiously optimistic outlook, even as economic and demographic challenges persist. While national chains including Kroger and Food Lion have dominated West Virginia’s supermarket scene, this […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Albertsons, Feature, Northeast, The Kroger Co.
Grocery Retailing In Northeast: Diverse Landscape Varies By City, State
by Diana Leza Sheehan, founder and principal consultant, PDG Insights From bustling cities to quaint coastal towns, the northeastern United States offers a broad array of cultures and lifestyles. This extends far beyond accents and historical landmarks. Venture into a grocery store in the Northeast, and one encounters a retail landscape unlike any other in the […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Opens E-Commerce Fulfillment Center In Cibolo, TX
H-E-B has opened a new e-commerce fulfillment center in Cibolo, a project that expands the retailer’s commitment to integrate technologies that drive omnichannel growth and provide a better shopping experience for Texans. The 55,000-square-foot facility, which is connected to H-E-B Cibolo at 850 FM 1103, will support curbside and home delivery orders throughout Cibolo, New […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, CERTCO Inc., Midwest
Certco Prepares Distribution Centers, Suppliers For FSMA 204 Compliance
Certco Inc., serving more than 200 independent grocery locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota and Iowa, will use the ReposiTrak Traceability Network to automate supplier traceability in preparation for the launch of FSMA 204. Once connected, Certco suppliers will be able to share the complex set of key data elements that are required under the FDA’s FSMA 204 food […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Gelson's, Guest Contributors, The Kroger Co., West
Wild West Of Grocery: A Look At Dynamic Landscape Of Western U.S.
by Diana Leza Sheehan / founder and principal consultant, PDG Insights The grocery store aisles of the American West provide a unique picture compared to the rest of the country. Beyond familiar national brands, the diversity of its population and storied history of the region has shaped shopping habits and a demand for non-traditional ingredients, […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Amazon Fresh, Association News, Northeast, Whole Foods
Independent Grocers Building Strong Customer Relationships In Connecticut
One expert recently dubbed Connecticut’s grocery industry “a battleground of competition,” referring to the number of retailers in this market brandishing competitive pricing strategies to attract shoppers and online retail giants that are leveraging convenience with click-and-collect options. Price and convenience are valid drivers, especially given the economic pressure facing residents. But as independent retailers […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, New Seasons Market, West
New Seasons Market’s ‘Nourish Our Neighbors’ Helps Local Nonprofits
From May 15-21, New Seasons Market hosted its annual Nourish Our Neighbors Match (previously known as Hunger Relief Match), benefitting 10 local nonprofits that provide food equity and access. The Portland, Oregon-based grocer matched customer donations throughout the week, aiming to double each dollar collected. “Addressing the root causes of food insecurity and a lack of […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast, UNFI, Wholesaler/Distributor News
UNFI Introduces Retail Media Network Powered By Swiftly
United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) has introduced its retail media network for independent and regional grocery retailers across the U.S. The UNFI Media Network, powered by Swiftly, a provider of retail technology, tools and solutions, is intended to bring retail technology solutions to UNFI’s network of more than 30,000 customer locations and about 11,000 brand […]
Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, Executive News, West
WAFC Elects 2024-25 Board Of Directors’ Leadership Team
The Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) recently elected its new board of directors’ leadership team at its annual convention held in Aurora, Colorado. Nancy Lebold, CEO of New Seasons Market in Portland, Oregon, has been appointed as president and chairperson of the board of directors. She takes over the position from Paul Gianetto, SVP […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Feature, Hy-Vee, Meijer, Midwest, The Kroger Co.
How Grocery Retailing Differs Throughout Midwest
by Diana Leza Sheehan, founder and principal consultant, PDG Insights The Midwest has a fascinating history that has helped to shape one of the more unique grocery landscapes in the United States. While national chains such as Walmart and Kroger hold significant weight, the region boasts a strong presence of regional powerhouses and a distinct consumer […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Donates $1M For Scholarship Honoring Sheridan
Wakefern Food Corp. has made a $1 million donation for student scholarships at Kean University in honor of the company’s recently-retired president, Kean alumnus Joe Sheridan. The New Jersey-based supermarket cooperative endowed the “Joe Sheridan Resiliency Scholarship” to help students in the University’s College of Business and Public Management pursue their professional goals and dreams. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Anniversary Issues, Feature, Southeast, The Kroger Co.
ARG Has Evolved To Offer Suite Of Services
Twenty years ago, Joe Wolf and Barry Maddox set out to create a company different from all others that serve independent retailers. Having been in the industry for decades, Wolf and Maddox intuitively knew they could get independent retailers more promotional trade dollars by working directly with consumer-packaged goods companies than what the retailers could […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Amazon Fresh, Corporate Store News, Northeast, UNFI, Whole Foods
UNFI Extends Distribution Partnership With Whole Foods Market
United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) has extended its wholesale grocery distribution partnership with Whole Foods Market, an affiliate of Amazon.com, by entering into an extension of the current distribution agreement. The term of the extended distribution agreement between the parties will run through May 2032, replacing the prior agreement that was set to expire in […]
Posted inMerchandising News, Home Page Latest News, Meijer, National, The Kroger Co.
Best In Class: Maximizing Memorial Day Sales
Memorial Day, a federal holiday honoring those who died while serving in the U.S. military, also marks the unofficial start of summer, synonymous with backyard barbecues, family gatherings and festive picnics. It’s also a prime opportunity for supermarkets to maximize Memorial Day sales by focusing on customer experience, value and community spirit. Firing Up Customer Engagement Interactive Grilling Demonstrations: Host in-store […]
Posted inGelson's, Online Grocery Technology, West
Gelson’s Strengthens Fresh Food Operations With Invafresh
Gelson’s Markets has expanded its partnership with Invafresh to include in-store production and centralized kitchen operations. By using the AI-enhanced capabilities of the Invafresh Fresh Retail Platform, Gelson’s has been able to improve operational efficiency across its 27 full-service specialty grocery stores by reducing shrink, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and having a centralized repository of […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest, Schnucks
Schnucks Joins Ibotta Performance Network For Product Offers
Schnucks Markets Inc. has joined the Ibotta Performance Network (IPN), the first digital network that delivers promotions in a coordinated fashion across retailer platforms, large third-party publisher sites and Ibotta’s direct-to-consumer properties. In addition to Ibotta providing customers access to exclusive product offers in Schnucks’ stores throughout the Midwest, a key component of the partnership […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Hannaford Supermarkets, Northeast
Hannaford Reusable Bag Campaign Exceeds $3M In Donations
Hannaford Supermarkets is celebrating a milestone for its reusable bag charitable program, delivering more than $3 million in total donations to community partners in New England and New York. The Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag program welcomes shoppers to purchase special “Fight Hunger” and “Community” reusable shopping bags at store registers and front ends. With each […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Geissler's, Northeast
Geissler’s Supermarket Acquiring Fitzgerald’s Foods
Geissler’s Supermarket is acquiring the substantial majority of assets of Lussier Ventures Inc., d.b.a Fitzgerald’s Foods in Simsbury, Connecticut, pending final licensing and approvals. “We are excited to welcome [owners] Bryan and Sandy DeVoe to the Geissler’s family. Fitzgerald’s Foods has a long history in Simsbury of providing fresh foods, friendly service and serving the […]
Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, West
WAFC Taps Three Industry Leaders For Board Of Directors
The Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) has elected three industry leaders – Sean Heryet, Chris Hooks and Kelly Mullin – to serve on its board of directors. “We are thrilled and incredibly honored to have this group of extraordinary industry leaders join the WAFC board of directors,” said Nancy Lebold, CEO of New Seasons […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Dairy News, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
AWG Brands Unveils Elevated Ice Cream Portfolio
AWG Brands, the private label brands of Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers, has redeveloped its AWG Brands ice cream portfolio, including the addition of 12 flavors and sizes. Recent research from AWG’s ice cream category review revealed that private brands are No. 1 in total U.S. dollar share, with nearly 20 percent in the […]