Will consumers shop for organics at Walmart, Target?
It’s been quite an interesting few weeks in the world of organics, with Walmart and Target announcing expansion of their organic offerings. Viewpoints read more Supermarket News
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Natural Grocers sets strict standards for dairy
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage has updated its standards for dairy so that it will only sell products from pasture-based farms that meet other requirements for animal welfare and sustainability. … Continue Reading →
United’s Market Street introduces new loyalty program
Market Street, one of the United Supermarkets banners, said Wednesday it is introducing a new loyalty program with an improved mobile phone application for customers at its seven Dallas-Fort Worth … Continue Reading →
Higher costs sink Loblaw Q1 earnings
Costs associated with the acquisition of the Shoppers Drug Mart chain triggered a 39.8% decline in quarterly net earnings, while sales inched up moderately amid intense competition, Loblaw Cos. said … Continue Reading →
Phil Lempert’s New Products Hits & Misses (video)
Supermarket Guru Phil Lempert samples five new products this week: chicken rustica gluten-free pizza; bean and rice chips, BBQ flavor; giant mandarin; three-blend green tea; and apple “honey,” ancho chile … Continue Reading →
Lunds sets opening for St. Paul store
Lund Food Holdings said Tuesday that its newest Lunds store, located in downtown St. Paul, Minn., will open May 15. read more Supermarket News
Target names DeRodes CIO
Target Corp. here said Tuesday it has hired Bob DeRodes as EVP and CIO to help guide the company’s IT transformation, including installation of additional security enhancements following its data … Continue Reading →
Gallery: Soup’s on
Soup marketers are connecting with consumers in new ways by introducing ultra-convenient options, as well as products that create new consumption occasions. read more Supermarket News
Fresh & Easy customers respond to Wild Oats
Customers of Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market expressed generally positive reactions to the chain’s decision to introduce a limited assortment of items under the Wild Oats brand. Content Classification: Curated … Continue Reading →
Festival Foods adds gluten-free pasta salads in deli
Skogen’s Festival Foods has begun selling gluten-free pasta salads in the deli department. read more Supermarket News