Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National, News, Supply Chain News, The Kroger Co.

The Kroger Co. To Close 3 Fulfillment Facilities As Part Of E-Commerce Plan Update

The Kroger Co. has updated its e-commerce plan following the announcement that it will shutter three fulfillment facilities in January and expand relationships with delivery partners. Kroger has identified opportunities to optimize its fulfillment network by closing facilities in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin; Frederick, Maryland; and Groveland, Florida, while monitoring performance at the remaining facilities. Kroger […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Rouses Market, Southeast

Rouses Markets To Acquire 10 Winn-Dixie Stores

Rouses Markets has entered into an agreement to acquire 10 Winn-Dixie locations in Louisiana and Mississippi from Southeastern Grocers, parent company of Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket, with the changeover expected to be complete in early 2026. “We are proud to welcome these stores, their team members and their customers into the Rouses Markets family,” said Donny […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, Weis Markets

Weis Markets Raises $555K During Fight Hunger Program

Weis Markets has donated $555,000 to 18 food banks and pantries as part of the company’s 18th annual Fight Hunger program. The donation includes customer contributions made when checking out at Weis stores throughout the year, as well as a corporate donation. “Each year, we’re amazed by the incredible support our customers and associates show […]

Posted inDairy News, Grocery Research, Midwest, News, Private Label Brands, SpartanNash

SpartanNash Introduces Flavored Butter Products For Thanksgiving

SpartanNash has introduced four varieties of flavored butter to help customers prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday. In addition, it partnered with Talker Research on a new survey, finding that butter is essential for holiday cooking. SpartanNash stores – including Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market – and select independent wholesale customers are […]

Posted inProduce News, Natural Grocers, News, Southwest

Natural Grocers Adds 10 Organic Frozen Vegetable Varieties

Natural Grocers has expanded its private label with 10 new varieties of organic frozen vegetables that also are processed and packaged without synthetic colors or artificial flavors and preservatives (as defined by the company’s standards). The new products include broccoli florets, California blend, cauliflower florets, chopped kale and spinach, cut green beans, green peas, mixed […]

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Fareway Recognized At TAI’s 2025 Prometheus Awards

Fareway Stores Inc. was recognized Nov. 6 by the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) during its 2025 Prometheus Awards, which honor people and organizations driving innovation and excellence in the state’s technology industry. For the first time in company history, Fareway received three nominations across major individual categories, with Director of Retail Systems Zachary Lane […]