Posted inProduce News, Association News, Feature, Meijer, National

Driving Produce Sales As Parents Prepare For 2024-25 School Year

A new study by The Foundation for Fresh Produce reveals most children are not eating enough fruits and vegetables every day. To boost consumption, the foundation has launched a month-long campaign, “Hacks for Healthy Back-to-School Habits.” Designed to promote simple and engaging food, cooking and meal prep “hacks,” the effort aims to instill healthy eating […]

Posted inRaley's, Independent Store News, West

The Raley’s Companies Honors Veterans, First Responders With Discount Program

The Raley’s Companies is offering a new 10-percent discount program for retired and active-duty military, first responders and their families. The discount is available for in-store and online purchases the first Tuesday of each month, as well as on Memorial Day, July 4th and Veterans Day. “We are truly humbled by the dedication of our nation’s […]

Posted inFeature, Home Page Latest News, Meijer, National, The Kroger Co.

Back-To-School Spending Shifts As Parents Sacrifice Loyalty To Stay Within Budget

It may be the dog days of summer, but many families have already made a dent in their back-to-school shopping. With about two months of spending under their belts, some interesting trends are beginning to emerge. Chief among them is that increasing economic pressure is pushing consumers to adjust spending patterns, from how much they […]

Posted inHarris Teeter, Corporate Store News, Southeast

Harris Teeter Ranked Among Best Supermarkets By Newsweek Readers

For its dedication to delivering an exceptional shopping experience for customers, Harris Teeter has been ranked the No. 2 supermarket in the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards program allows readers to vote for their favorite companies, products and services across various categories. The Best Supermarket category celebrates the variety in the grocery scene and […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Corporate Store News, Giant Food, Northeast

Ahold Delhaize USA Selects Havas Media Network To Scale Media Buying, Planning

Ahold Delhaize USA, a Quincy, Massachusetts-based grocery retail group, is doubling down on its digital strategy by partnering with Havas Media Network North America. This move aims to enhance efficiency, personalize customer experiences and drive sales across its four major brands: Giant Food, The Giant Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. “We’re thrilled to be expanding […]

Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Grocery Store Layout, Midwest, SpartanNash

SpartanNash Unveils Refreshed ‘Family Fare’ Store In Holland, MI

SpartanNash says the new-look Family Fare store that recently reopened at 993 Butternut Drive in Holland, Michigan, will serve as a model for future chain renovations across the region. A modernized shopping destination, the refreshed Family Fare features enhanced fresh meal solutions, convenience-focused food selections, a beef jerky bar and nostalgic vintage candy station. “We’re thrilled […]

Posted inExecutive News, Feature, Lowes Foods, Southeast

Lowes Foods Redefines Traditional Grocery Experience For Growth, Innovation

Lowes Foods is on a mission to redefine the traditional grocery store experience. The North Carolina-based retailer, a division of Alex Lee, is an entertainment destination centered around food, according to Tim Lowe, head of Alex Lee retail and president of Lowes Foods. Lowe spoke to The Shelby Report of the Southeast during the recent Carolinas Food Industry Council […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Aldi, National

Instacart Launches Caper Carts With Aldi South Group, Internationally

Instacart and Aldi South Group will expand their partnership globally to roll out Instacart’s Connected Stores across Aldi South Group stores in the U.S. and test Caper Carts, Instacart’s AI-powered smart carts, in Austria. Instacart’s Connected Stores technologies are a suite of products designed to help grocers like Aldi South Group build a seamless and […]