Kroger mulling sale of Turkey Hill
On Aug. 7, Kroger released a statement announcing that it was exploring strategic alternatives for its Turkey Hill business, including a potential sale of the national ice cream brand. “Turkey […]
Read MoreHy-Vee launches new HealthMarket store
On July 31, Hy-Vee opened its first store-in-a-store concept with its new Hy-Vee HealthMarket store in West Des Moines. The healthy lifestyle store is spread across 15,700 square feet and […]
Read MoreWalmart employees, Alphabot to deliver better grocery pick-up services
On Aug. 3, Walmart announced a pilot project called ‘Alphabot’ with start-up Alert Innovation that will use automation to help its associates fill online grocery orders. The collaboration will increase […]
Read MoreSears strengthens online presence with new brands
On Aug. 6, Sears Holdings boosted its online marketplace by strategically adding top brands and popular products sears.com sold by third-party sellers. The company announced the addition of floor care […]
Read MoreBeth Ford takes over as President & CEO of Land O’Lakes
The Land O’Lakes Board of Directors announced Beth Ford President and CEO of the cooperative. Ford assumes leadership of the company following the retirement of Chris Policinski, effective Aug. 1. […]
Read MoreSupervalu, Blackwells Capital sign agreement
On July 31, Supervalu announced it entered into an agreement with Blackwells Capital, according to which, Blackwells agreed to withdraw its director nominees and vote all of its shares in […]
Read MoreUS Foods purchases SGA’s Food Group of Companies
On July 30, US Foods Holding Corp announced they had entered into a definitive agreement with Services Group of America (SGA) to acquire five operating companies collectively known as SGA’s […]
Read MoreNecco candy factory suddenly shut down
After purchasing the US’ oldest candy company for $17.3 million in May 2018, Round Hill Investments LLC suddenly shut down its Necco plant in Revere, Mass., The Boston Globe reported […]
Read MoreUNFI acquires Supervalu for $2.9 billion
In a merger agreement on July 26, United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) is to acquire Supervalu for $32.50 per share, amounting to roughly $2.9 billion. The deal marks Supervalu’s exit […]
Read MoreChef’d shuts shop
Setting off alarm bells in the already-troubled industry, meal kit maker Chef’d announced late on the night of July 16 it was suspending all operations and shutting down. The meal […]
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