Food Insecurity: The 15th METRO Shared Kitchen Opens at Sun Youth
The Shared Kitchen will primarily respond to the needs of individuals and families supported by Sun Youth
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PepsiCo brings together global farmers to strengthen potato production
Global Agro University highlights farmer-led innovation, agronomy expertise and hands-on learning from across the global potato value chain
Returns policies drive shoppers away from retailers
New research from Loop shows that return policies increasingly determine where Americans shop, while fraud and abuse add pressure on retailers.
Holiday retail sales poised to top $1.7 trillion
Deloitte forecasts spending will rise as much as 4.8%, with e-commerce growing at a faster pace.
Dollar General Foundation awards $4.1 Million for youth literacy
“When students have access to books, technology and educational resources, they gain tools that can support their learning for years to come.”
DoorDash adds SKIMS to growing retail lineup
“DoorDash was built on one idea: you should be able to get everything you need in your neighborhood, right now,” said Shanna Prevé, chief revenue officer at DoorDash.
Instacart launches Clementine AI shopping assistant
Instacart is expanding its AI strategy with a consumer shopping assistant and new Cart Assistant deployments with retailers.
Accenture: Holiday budgets rise as shoppers chase value
“The holiday shopping season is no longer defined by a handful of peak shopping days,” said Kelly Askew, Accenture’s global Retail lead.
September could be a peak month for port imports
Extended peak season reflects resilient consumer demand despite tariffs, inflation and higher fuel prices
Morning Consult: Brand growth hits a 5-year low
Data suggest the share of brands that consumers consider buying is shrinking.
Every Man Jack and Baker Mayfield launch co-created personal care collection at Target
Limited-edition body wash and antiperspirant line debuts Sept. 9, with expansion to Publix planned for October
Fresh Thyme rolls out Afresh Production Planning
Fresh Thyme deli sales rose significantly after production planning moved off paper onto Afresh's AI platform, and the grocer is now expanding across deli, produce, meat, and bakery
Wakefern Food Corp. and Uber Eats partner to expand on-demand grocery delivery across the U.S. Northeast
Over 375 stores spanning Wakefern’s family of banner brands, including ShopRite, join the Uber Eats platform, offering delivery of fresh groceries from trusted neighborhood supermarkets
Albertsons Cos. appoints Meg Whitman as executive chair
Whitman brings over 40 years of business, technology and strategic innovation experience. Kim Fennebresque named lead independent director.
NRF taps former federal prosecutor for top legal role
NRF named former federal prosecutor and Amazon veteran Marissa Bostick as senior vice president and general counsel.
Brookshire Grocery Co. raises more than $313,000 for local schools
The funds will be distributed directly to schools served by BGC stores and used to help provide essential school upplies and resources for students during the 2026-2027 school year