Retail
C&S Wholesale Grocers to become majority owner of Winn-Dixie
C&S Wholesale Grocers announces a proposed transaction to be the majority owner of The Winn-Dixie Company, finalizing in early 2027.
Hy-Vee expands nutritional access with healthcare benefit
The collaboration with NationsBenefits streamlines the way members access their healthcare benefits, with easier purchases of nutritious food
Flashfood’s 2025 Impact Report shows millions of waste prevented
In 2025, Flashfood delivered measurable impact across North America, helping shoppers save money while keeping quality food in circulation.
Whole Foods Market to fund National Young Farmers Coalition
The Next Generation Farmer Fund will provide direct financial and technical assistance to beginning farmers under the age of 40.
Meijer announces Double Match Days to support Midwest food pantries
Meijer announced upcoming double match days for its Simply Give hunger relief program, running from August 15 to September 12.
Albertsons introduces ChatGPT Safeway shopping plugin
Albertsons continues its digital transformation with its Safeway plugin in ChatGPT, making grocery shopping faster, easier, and more intuitive.
Busch’s Fresh Food Market partners with Flashfood
Shoppers can now use the Flashfood app at all 16 Busch’s locations to find fresh, nutritious groceries at affordable prices.
AWG featured in ‘America 250’ documentary on American grocery
Associated Wholesale Grocers is featured in a new USA Today documentary that explores the essential role independent grocers play.
Acosta Group’s Affordability Tracker shows consumer shrinking purchasing power
New research from Acosta Group suggests grocery purchasing power and consumer behavior are no longer moving in parallel.
Meijer kicks off six weeks of discounts
Meijer is offering discounts on a rotating selection of more than 1,000 popular grocery items through September 8, 2026.
Kroger introduces AI Shopping Assistant
Kroger launches its newest AI Shopping Assistant - a smarter, simpler way to plan meals, discover products, and find value.
Tom Thumb, Albertsons, and Randalls partner with NFL star to fight childhood hunger
Running July 27 through Aug. 10, the campaign brings together Tom Thumb, Albertsons, and Randalls stores with Dallas Cowboy CeeDee...
Grocery foodservice growth slows
In 2025, supermarket and club store chains registered $31 billion in prepared foodservice sales, nearly 5 percent more than 2024.
Meijer accepts WIC benefits for online grocery in Michigan
Meijer is the first Michigan retailer to now accept Women, Infants, and Children benefits for online and app-based purchases.
Study shows independent grocers’ resilience amid economic uncertainty
NGA and FMS Solutions released the 2026 U.S. Independent Grocers Financial Study, a look at the operational and financial performance.
Uber Eats adds new regional grocery partners
This expansion brings four regional grocers to the Uber Eats marketplace: Busch’s Fresh Food Market, Hays, Lowe’s Market, and Piggly...
Associated Grocers Northeast to launch traceability program
Associated Grocers Northeast has selected the ReposiTrak Traceability Network to launch its traceability program.
Ahold Delhaize USA expands omnichannel commerce
Ahold Delhaize USA's new collaboration with Pear Commerce further expands its digital commerce capabilities across its five grocery brands.
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