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Inside dairy, deli and prepared foods: milk, cheese, yogurt and eggs, plus deli, charcuterie, hot bars and grab-and-go programs for grocery retailers.
Lala Grows U.S. Portfolio With New Formats To Drive Trial
The Mexican company is expanding its U.S. cheese portfolio from three to 14 SKUs, hoping to attract new buyers to the category.
Soupergirl Distribution Multiplying Via Costco, Giant, ShopRite
The plant-based soups, salsas and gazpachos are now carried in more than 1,000 traditional and natural food retail locations, supplementing its DTC…
Sun-Maid Enters Charcuterie Category With New Pairings Line
The pouches are rolling out just ahead of the fall and holiday entertaining season.
The Fresh Market Voted Best Grocery Store In USA Today 10Best
The North Carolina-based specialty grocer repeated its five-category sweep from last year.
Fresh Thyme Expands Afresh AI Usage After Deli Sales Lift
Afresh Production Planning will roll out in the deli, produce, meat and bakery departments after a deli test increased sales.
Dairy
Kroger Cheese Becomes Edible Art At Indiana State Fair
The annual cheese sculpture takes about 250 hours to complete, "The Cheese Lady" Sarah Kaufmann says.
Egg Producers Agree To Settle DOJ Price-Fixing Claims
The U.S. Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division, alongside the attorneys general of 17 states, has filed a civil antitrust lawsuit against some…
3 Forces Reshaping Dairy, Deli, Bakery; 5 Ways To Win
According to new IDDBA 2026 data shared by Anne-Marie Roerink on the show floor, a majority of shoppers can be persuaded to…
NFRA Touts Flavor-Forward, Functional Products For Dairy Month
From Greek yogurt and grab-and-go snacks to globally inspired flavors and probiotic offerings, the refrigerated dairy aisle is evolving well beyond traditional…
Kraft Natural Cheese Adds Lactose‑Free Line With Three Varieties
Kraft Natural Cheese has launched a Lactose‑Free product line, expanding its portfolio to meet growing demand for dairy options that support a…
Marquez Brothers Brands Win Top Honors At World Cheese Contest
Marquez Brothers International Inc. announced that two of its dairy brands received multiple awards at the 2026 World Championship Cheese Contest. The…
Deli & Prepared Foods
Walmart Serving Up Rotisserie Chicken Purse For Chicken Month
The purse and mini bag charms launch Sept. 1 in Traditional and Lemon Pepper "flavors."
Giant, Martin’s Cut Hot Bar Prices, Add Menu Items
Among the new offerings are Korean barbecue chicken, cilantro lime rice and creamed corn with bacon.
Sargento Enters Refrigerated Deli With La Terra Fina Buy
The deal, expected to close in late September, extends the cheese company's reach into a new refrigerated category.
Grocers Gearing Up For Father’s Day With Deals On Meats, Meal Kits
Father’s Day is Sunday, and grocers across the country are preparing with deals on premium steaks, meal kits and dad-approved sweets. From…
Busch’s Debuts Catering Menu For Graduation, Summer Hosting
Busch’s Fresh Food Market is updating its catering menu to offer an expanded selection of hot foods, contemporary catering trays and artisanal…
Stop & Shop Repositions Hot Bars As Dinner Destination For Shoppers
Stop & Shop is updating its in-store hot bars, transforming them into a meal solution center designed to make dinner easier for…