From shifting consumer expectations and rapid technological advancement to supply chain complexity and workforce transformation, the grocery industry is evolving faster than ever. Today’s leaders in the independent sector must be equipped with new skills to guide their organizations through change. Developing strong leaders is no longer optional – it’s essential to success. That’s why […]
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Report: Specialty, Discount Grocers Outperforming Supermarkets
Consumer Edge released its U.S. Grocery Outlook 2026, showing that shoppers are changing where they buy groceries. Specialty grocers are gaining market share while traditional supermarkets are losing ground. Overall grocery spending declined about 3 percent year-over-year on a 12-month basis ended Feb. 28. However, Consumer Edge’s transaction data shows consumers are not simply spending […]
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Aldi To Eliminate 44 Ingredients From Private Label Products By 2027
Aldi is expanding its ingredient standards by removing an additional 44 ingredients from its private label food, vitamin and supplement products, including select artificial preservatives, colors, flavors and sweeteners. The move brings the grocer’s restricted ingredient list from 13 to 57 by December 2027. It builds on Aldi’s removal of certified synthetic colors from all Aldi-exclusive […]
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BRdata Named AWG’s Inaugural Vendor Partner Of Year For Services & Solutions
Software company’s 17-year partnership with Associated Wholesale Grocers culminates in first-ever industry recognition As Associated Wholesale Grocers celebrated its 100th anniversary at this year’s annual convention, the Kansas City-based cooperative marked the milestone with something new: the introduction of its Vendor Partner of the Year awards. And the inaugural award for services and solutions went […]
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Grocers Mark Earth Day With Operational Shifts, Community Giving
Earth Day 2026 finds major regional grocers investing in sustainability efforts that range from on-site production and waste diversion to associate volunteering and checkout-lane giving campaigns. H-E-B H-E-B is marking Earth Day with its annual reusable bag giveaway, distributing 276,000 free bags featuring Garner State Park along the Frio River – the third and final […]
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eGrowcery’s Feder Joins Women Grocers Of America’s Board Of Directors
Anne Feder, SVP of client growth at eGrowcery, has been appointed to the board of directors for the Women Grocers of America (WGA). Feder leads eGrowcery’s client growth organization, partnering with independent retailers in the United States and internationally to launch and optimize unified commerce platforms that integrate online shopping, store operations and marketing. She […]
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Dunnhumby Research Shows Evolving Customer Perspective Of Retail Media
Nine in 10 shoppers are open to more retail media experiences, but only when the ads are personalized, according to new research from dunnhumby. The study of UK and U.S. shoppers found that demand for personalized advertising is high, yet its effectiveness depends on how well retailers and brands deliver relevant, timely and trusted messages […]
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Report: Walmart Leads U.S. Supermarkets In Awareness; H-E-B Wins Loyalty
Walmart is the clear favorite in the U.S. supermarket market, preferred by nearly one in three American shoppers, according to new findings from Conjointly Brand Tracker released April 20. The expanded coverage of Conjointly Brand Tracker includes U.S. supermarket chains, shedding light on brand performance across the competitive sector. Market at a glance Walmart stands […]