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SpartanNash uses AI to predict shopper demand, reduce waste

The Company partnered with Upshop to leverage its Magic tool to optimize localized inventory, bolster efficient merchandising strategies and improve sustainability GRAND...

2 years ago 3 minute read

Reports: C&S in talks to acquire Kroger/Albertsons divestitures

According to media reports, C&S Wholesale Grocers BB #:137315 is first in line to acquire stores Kroger BB #:100073 and...

2 years ago 1 minute read

Dollar General promotes executive to VP of global supply chain

August 31, 2023 — Dollar General BB #:172794 today announced the promotion of Rod West to executive vice president of...

2 years ago 4 minute read

Food Lion Feeds helps food banks expand produce capacity

SALISBURY, N.C., Sept. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Food Lion BB #:165295 Feeds is remodeling and stocking the shelves of...

2 years ago 5 minute read

The Fresh Market kicks off Hunger Action Month

100% of donations will go to Feeding America GREENSBORO, NC – August  31, 2023 – With 34 million people in...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Metro grocery workers ratify new collective agreement

TORONTO, Aug. 31, 2023 /CNW/ – Frontline grocery workers at Metro BB #:116082 have ratified a historic new collective agreement,...

2 years ago 3 minute read

Walmart’s share of U.S. online grocery sales reaches record high in Q2 2023

Walmart and Pickup expand their share as households adjust to financial pressures. Barrington, Ill. – August 30, 2023 – Walmart...

2 years ago 7 minute read

Bayer and Kroger partner to boost rural health access

WHIPPANY, N.J. , August 28, 2023 – Bayer, one of the country’s largest life-sciences companies, announced today its campaign to...

2 years ago 12 minute read

Giant Eagle names CEO, announces leadership changes

PITTSBURGH–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Giant Eagle, Inc., BB #:104280 one of the nation’s leading regional food, fuel, and pharmacy retailers, is pleased to...

2 years ago 8 minute read

Walmart expands drone delivery through partnership with Alphabet

Two years ago, Walmart BB #:143789 embarked on a journey to make the convenience of drone delivery a reality for...

2 years ago 2 minute read

Instacart files for Initial Public Offering

SAN FRANCISCO, August 25, 2023 – Maplebear Inc. d/b/a “Instacart” today announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1...

2 years ago 3 minute read

Chiquita partners with Brooks for “Ready, Set, Peel!” promotion

In a partnership that celebrates a shared commitment to health, vitality, and active living, Chiquita BB #:138475 and Brooks Running...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Sprouts names school garden project winners

PHOENIX–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation BB #:168563 announced today that it is awarding 24 schools across the U.S. with a...

2 years ago 6 minute read

BJ’s plans third TN club store

MARLBOROUGH, Mass. & GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–BJ’s Wholesale Club BB #:162875 a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs, announced today that its...

2 years ago 4 minute read

Study shows independent grocers hold their own in a challenging marketplace

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The 2023 edition of the Independent Grocers Financial Study, joint research between...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Recipe site Food52 partners with online shopping platform

NEW YORK, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Food52, a leading innovator in the food, cooking, and home space, and Chicory, the leading contextual...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Wakefern expands use of AI, robotic inventory system

The largest U.S. retailer-owned cooperative will bring Simbe’s business intelligence solution to more ShopRite locations, providing real-time insights for inventory...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Whole Foods reveals 2023 local program participants

Each program track provides mentorship and tailored curriculum, supporting emerging brands poised for growth AUSTIN, Texas – Whole Foods Market...

2 years ago 4 minute read

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