Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, National

NGA: Merger Rules Update Should Address Economic Discrimination

The National Grocers Association (NGA) supports the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission’s move to rewrite guidelines to curb mergers that enhance anti-competitive buyer power but asks that the final guidelines go further. According to the NGA, the rules should address the theories of harm that occur when enhanced buyer power is transformed into […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Midwest

Kroger Aims To Increase Shelf Space For Local Products

The Kroger Co. has announced it will increase the number of local products in-store by 10 percent following its proposed merger with Albertsons Cos.  According to the Cincinnati-based grocery giant, that amounts to at least 30 new local products in each store. “Local farmers, bakers and producers are important parts of our ‘Fresh for Everyone’ […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Aldi, Beverage News, National

Aldi Offering On-Demand Alcohol Delivery In 21 States

Through an expanded partnership with DoorDash, Aldi is offering on-demand alcohol delivery from more than 1,200 locations across 21 states. With the addition of Aldi, nearly 80 percent of DoorDash customers can access alcohol through age-verified delivery. “In addition to giving merchants a new way to reach customers, on-demand alcohol delivery helps partners grow their […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Amazon Fresh, National, Whole Foods

Online Grocery Sales Climb To $9.3B In August

As many households engaged in back-to-school activities, online grocery sales in the U.S. grew 8.7 percent compared to last year, tallying $9.3 billion in sales, according to the latest monthly Brick Meets Click/Mercatus grocery shopping survey. Household demand for pickup and ship-to-home was strong, while delivery experienced a slowdown in order volume and mass continued […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Midwest, Private Label Brands, Produce News

Kroger Brings Back Private Selection ‘Harvest Apple’ Line For Fall

Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. has brought back its Private Selection Harvest Apple line, a limited edition private label of autumn-inspired products. Available for a limited time, products can be shopped in-store only. “Private Selection’s Harvest Apple quickly became a customer favorite in its debut year and we are thrilled to return this classic flavor with even more products […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Meijer, Southeast

The Fresh Market Offers Grocery Delivery Through Uber Eats

Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market Inc. has partnered with Uber Eats to offer on-demand and scheduled delivery to customers across the grocer’s operating areas. Beginning Sept. 14, all 161 stores will be available to shop through Uber and Uber Eats. With this new partnership, customers will be able to use Uber’s apps to order […]

Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, International Foods, Midwest

Meijer Highlights Products, Businesses For Hispanic Heritage Month

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer is highlighting a collection of grocery brands, home goods, assorted gifts and clothing to promote Hispanic-owned businesses and celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of their communities. Through Oct. 15, Meijer shoppers can learn more about and purchase a variety of featured grocery and general […]