GMA will become the Consumer Brands Association in 2020

The new name for the leading trade group reflects a focus on people who use the products and larger issues that unite suppliers, according to president and CEO Geoff Freeman.

By Megan Poinski • Sept. 26, 2019

It's time to rethink availability vs. waste in your grocery supply chain

Availability and waste share both a cause and a solution — and it all comes down to forecasts.

Sept. 25, 2019

Whole Foods' CBD expansion reflects category 'explosion'

The natural grocer announced plans to distribute CBD products at stores in 13 more states, while experts at Groceryshop discussed the unprecedented growth and increasing use cases for the category. 

By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 20, 2019

The Fresh Market unveils new private label products and packaging

The gourmet grocer will introduce new products to its Everyday Extraordinary and Signature lines and also offer seasonal items for fall. 

By Lauren Manning • Sept. 17, 2019

Target looks to Good & Gather to define grocery business

The private label line will be the company's biggest own brand ever, Stephanie Lundquist, executive vice president of food and beverage, said at Groceryshop.

By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 16, 2019

The future of food retail points to fresh formats and dollar stores

While traditional grocers, drug stores and large warehouse stores fall behind, these two categories continue to thrive, according to a report by Inmar Analytics. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Sept. 11, 2019

Report: Natural products growth outpaces total food and beverage

Higher sales of plant-based foods and ongoing consumer demand for organics are among the sales drivers, according to SPINS' first State of the Natural Industry report.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Sept. 9, 2019

Giant looks to star power in the cereal aisle

As cereal sales have slumped in recent years, retailers continue to tap celebrity endorsements, which can boost sales an average of 4%.

By Lauren Manning • Sept. 4, 2019

Whole Foods prices down 2.5% from last year

The natural grocer has been on a pricing rollercoaster as Amazon attempts to shed the brand's hyper-premium image.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 29, 2019

US retailers win big at international wine competition

Aldi, Costco and Trader Joe's won seven total top honors in the International Salute to Excellence Awards, a global competition for private label wines.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 28, 2019

Kroger expands Express store pilot with Walgreens

The grocer will put mini stores inside 35 Walgreens in Knoxville, Tennessee while the drug retailer’s health and beauty brands will hit select Kroger locations in the same market.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 19, 2019

Target launches Good & Gather grocery brand

The retailer's largest store brand unveiling to date will be available in stores and online next month and will replace its existing Simply Balanced and Archer Farms lines. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 19, 2019

Why is Whole Foods throwing a party?

The grocer has tapped Austin-based startup Packed Party to supply its stores with a line of colorful, high-end decorations, cups, drinkware and other supplies. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 9, 2019

Thirstie CEO sees major growth ahead for alcohol delivery

The alcohol e-commerce and logistics company is seeing a surge in demand and plans to have 500 retail partners by the end of the year.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 7, 2019

With tariffs looming, shoppers say they'll adjust spending

A survey from Shopkick finds that 60% of consumers plan to change their shopping habits if tariffs on Chinese goods go into effect on September 1.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 6, 2019

Inside the store: QFC's new Seattle flagship

The Kroger banner's first new store in nearly a decade features dining, a local assortment and extras like a mini mushroom farm.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 2, 2019

Impossible Burgers are coming to grocery shelves in September

The plant-based burger maker announced a large co-packing agreement with OSI Group to help it increase production as it joins competitor Beyond Meat in stores. 

By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 1, 2019

Albertsons names Starbucks veteran as strategic sourcing VP

Jonathan Gardner, who spent nine years with the beverage giant, will help lead the expansion of Albertsons' goods not for resale division.

By Lauren Manning • July 31, 2019

Beyond bottles: How today's drink packages quench consumers' thirst

Resealable cans, portability, sustainability and reinvented user experiences are helping beverage companies drive retail sales. 

By Jessi Devenyns • July 30, 2019

Pardon the Disruption: Standing out in the 'sea of sameness'

Amid relentless competition and an increasingly digital business, grocers have to adjust the ways they market themselves to customers.

By Jeff Wells • July 26, 2019

Grocery beauty and personal care aisles are stocked with opportunity

For companies that want to cash in, however, standing out against online retailers and specialists like Ulta Beauty poses a considerable challenge.

By Krishna Thakker • July 25, 2019

Food brands embrace stand-up pouches to stand out on shelves

Companies are also implementing flexible flip-top packaging because it's more durable, sustainable and cheaper to produce than glass bottles.

By Anastassia Gliadkovskaya • July 12, 2019

Bristol Farms sells plant-based items in the meat case

The California grocer is reportedly the first retailer to place unpackaged meatless products alongside its animal-based selections.

By Cathy Siegner • July 10, 2019

Indian e-grocer Subziwalla wants to reach shoppers nationwide

The Atlanta company has tapped into one of the fastest-growing, most affluent ethnic groups in the country.

By Jeff Wells • July 8, 2019

Americans to spend $6.7 billion on Fourth of July food

Most Americans plan to celebrate Independence Day with cookouts, barbecues and picnics, but alternative food and drink options are reshaping the classic menu. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • July 1, 2019