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Retailers

China Tariff Increase Raises Alarm Across Grocery Industry

Major concerns include job loss and higher prices on goods that will get passed on to consumers.

Retailers

Walmart Raises Tobacco Buying Age, Discontinues Sale of Sweet Vaping Flavors

Following a warning letter from the FDA, the retailer said it would also use virtual reality training to enforce compliance.

Retailers

FMI, NGA Members Meet With Congress for Annual Day in Washington

By Rebekah Marcarelli on May. 02, 2019

Issues addressed at the fly-in included permanent tax reductions and more secure payments.

Retailers

These Grocers Will Be the First to Accept Online SNAP Orders

By Rebekah Marcarelli on Apr. 18, 2019

A two-year pilot just launched in New York, with an expansion to other states expected in the near future.

Nonfood

Kroger, Walmart Receive FDA Warning Letters for Tobacco Sales to Minors

By Angel Abcede on Apr. 16, 2019

The retailers were among establishments that were asked to submit written plans to address youth access to e-cigs and other products.

Retailers

Breaking Down Bioengineered Foods’ New Disclosure Standard

By Rachel Lowe on Mar. 29, 2019

In the wake of the USDA’s recently announced final rules for bioengineered foods, grocers must become conversant in the new directive—particularly when it comes to private label and bulk foods.

Wellness

Hemp's Path to Retail

By Rebekah Marcarelli and Natalie Taylor on Mar. 13, 2019

WGB breaks down the complexities, uncertainties and possibilities related to hemp in grocery.

Industry Partners

FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb Resigns

By Rebekah Marcarelli on Mar. 05, 2019

The anti-electronic-cigarette and tobacco warrior reportedly stepped down for personal reasons.

Retailers

Grocers Feeling Effects of Government Shutdown

By Rebekah Marcarelli on Jan. 24, 2019

Problems with EBT benefits are starting to take a toll.

Retail Foodservice

Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade Bans Fast Food Chains

By Phil Lempert on Jan. 23, 2019

The Lempert Report: The efforts are part of a citywide initiative to transform the attraction into a community gathering place.