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Giant Food expands price reductions to more products
After lowering the cost of private label items for the last nine months, the chain said it is now doing the same for store- and name-brand perishables.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 29, 2025 -
Egg prices could break more records in 2025
The USDA expects consumer costs to rise another 20% this year as bird flu devastates commercial flocks.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 29, 2025 -
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Top stories from Grocery Dive 2023/2024
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Whole Foods unveils new Seafood Code of Conduct
The policy strengthens labor protections across the entire seafood supply chain and applies to all forms of seafood products the retailer sells, including sushi.
By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 29, 2025 -
Dollar General ramps up grocery private label
More than half of the roughly 100 new items set to hit shelves early this year will be under the discounter's Clover Valley brand.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 27, 2025 -
How grocers can prepare for food traceability requirements coming in early 2026
Retailers have less than a year to get their supply chains ready, yet challenges and confusion remain.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 24, 2025 -
Trump orders trade review ahead of potential tariffs
Federal agencies have until April 1 to give recommendations on trade pacts with Mexico, Canada and China.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 21, 2025 -
Private label sales hit record in 2024
Store brand sales increased nearly 4% to $271 billion, according to a new report.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 21, 2025 -
Why an independent grocer is holding the line on egg prices
Connecticut supermarket chain LaBonne’s Markets sees the ongoing egg shortage as an opportunity to demonstrate to shoppers that it is focused on helping them afford groceries, CEO Bob LaBonne Jr. said.
By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 16, 2025 -
How grocers can tackle food accessibility challenges
As retailers look to appeal to people in underserved areas, industry leaders recently weighed in on key issues, from improving operations to reaching SNAP shoppers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 13, 2025 -
How grocers can appeal to consumers taking GLP-1s
As usage of the medications increases, Circana research indicates deli and produce could be bright spots for spending.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 9, 2025 -
Deep Dive
8 grocery industry trends to watch in 2025
Experts expect food retailers to focus on value, sharpen their data management capabilities and adapt to the evolving health and wellness needs of consumers.
By Grocery Dive Staff • Jan. 7, 2025 -
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Pardon the Disruption: How GLP-1s could reshape the grocery store
An estimated 24 million Americans will use these weight loss drugs by 2035, posing significant challenges as well as opportunities for food retailers.
By Jeff Wells • Jan. 6, 2025 -
Sponsored by Cargill
Building a resilient food system begins at the farm
Regenerative agriculture plays a critical role for building the resilience of our food system to feed a growing global population.
By Brooke Hokana Hansen, Vice President, Sustainability, Cargill Agriculture & Trading • Dec. 16, 2024 -
Ahold Delhaize links with Campbell’s to test regenerative agriculture in potatoes
The grocery operator has worked with some of the largest food companies to transform supply chains for well-known brands.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 10, 2024 -
Sam’s Club says customer input on private label is key
The Walmart-owned club retailer is deepening its shopper feedback channel as it evolves its merchandising strategy, its chief merchant said.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 9, 2024 -
Inside the store: T&T Supermarket serves up a supersized Asian culinary experience
Shoppers braved long wait times to see the Loblaw-owned chain’s U.S. debut. Inside they found the huge store brimming with unique items and fresh foods.
By Jeff Wells • Dec. 9, 2024 -
Sponsored by Catania Oils
PLMA 2024: A glimpse into the future of private label trends
PLMA 2024 spotlight landed on Gen Z, highlighting their interests - and growing purchasing power.
Dec. 9, 2024 -
Dollar General slowing fresh produce rollout to stores
The retailer plans to introduce produce to 300 more locations throughout 2025 as it turns its attention to a new remodel project.
By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 6, 2024 -
Walmart CEO predicts grocery inflation will continue in early 2025
The retailer also aims to grow sign-ups for Walmart+ after initially downplaying the membership program, Doug McMillon said at a Morgan Stanley event.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 4, 2024 -
How 5 states are innovating SNAP
From produce-buying incentives to in-app discounts, new pilots and programs aim to help people stretch their funds.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 4, 2024 -
Health-conscious shoppers offer $285B yearly lift to grocers, Dunnhumby finds
These individuals care more about quality and less about price than other consumers, the research company said in a new report.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 3, 2024 -
From olives to beef jerky: 4 innovative self-serve stations
Grocers are moving beyond the traditional salad and soup bars by serving up creative build-your-own options for customers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 2, 2024 -
How grocers are whipping up dessert sales for the holidays
From twists on classic flavors to serving up a variety of recipes for baked goods, retailers are finding ways to make sweet treats stand out.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 27, 2024 -
SNAP braces for cuts under Trump, policy analysts say
Altering eligibility requirements and combating fraud are also likely to be top priorities under the new administration.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 26, 2024 -
Who is Brooke Rollins? What to know about Trump’s pick to lead USDA
The conservative lawyer is CEO of right-wing think tank America First Policy Institute, which is poised to exert enormous influence in the president-elect's second term.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 26, 2024