The trend predictions are developed by Kroger's industry-leading team of food experts including Our Brands' product developers, chefs, buyers, culinary specialists and Kroger's retail data science arm, 84.51º, for a well-rounded projection of what customers will be buzzing about for the upcoming year.
Growth in delivery’s user base and order frequency due to continued promotional efforts helped boost year-over-year eGrocery sales to $7.9 Billion
August 27, 2024
Walmart promoted a 50% discount on its Walmart+ membership in mid-July that lowered the annual fee from $98 to $49 after offering the same deal in May. Meanwhile, Instacart promoted an 80% discount on its annual membership. Both offers are contributing to growth in Delivery users and order frequency.
Organic grocer Erewhon makes equity investment to brand development and launch
August 3, 2023
Zuma Valley's current product line includes refrigerated whipped coconut cream, frozen coconut cream, and frozen coconut meat, which are certified USDA organic,
Whole Foods Market offers a look at ingredients, products and trends set to make an impact in the coming year
October 26, 2022
Whole Foods Market’s Trends Council unveiled their top 10 anticipated food trends for 2023 in the retailer’s eighth-annual Trends predictions. Yaupon-infused beverages, produce packed pastas, repurposed pulp and climate-conscious callouts are among the food trends expected to rise in popularity in the next year.
America's largest grocery retailer invites local and regional growers and producers to apply for new accelerator program
May 17, 2021
The program, sponsored by Gourmet Foods International, will enable Kroger to discover new suppliers to support the continued expansion of its fresh departments – including produce, deli, bakery, meat, seafood, dairy, specialty cheeses, and floral – and its commitment to being Fresh for Everyone™.
Amazon, Walmart pace the market, together accounting for nearly 28% of online grocery sales; Walmart has “competitive advantage”
October 17, 2018
Between 2018 and 2023, Packaged Facts forecasts online grocery sales will more than quadruple as online options become more available and consumers become more open to trying online shopping or using online options more frequently to purchase their groceries.
Many observers believe that the grocery business is headed for a widespread incorporation of self-run, full-service restaurants inside of the traditional grocery walls.
Nearly 1,400 product releases slated for 2018 across Own Brands portfolio
May 10, 2018
The new product innovation is occurring across the entirety of the company’s popular Own Brands portfolio, including Signature brands, Lucerne, O Organics, Open Nature, Waterfront Bistro, Value Corner, Primo Taglio, and debi lilly design. For every product that bears one of its labels, Own Brands guarantees quality that shoppers can trust.
Ralphs makes home cooking easy with Prep+Pared meal kits
October 10, 2017
By early 2018, shoppers looking to make home cooking easy will be able to purchase the convenient Prep+ Pared meal kits at more than 100 Ralphs locations.