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Retailers

Greenpeace Gives U.S. Retailers a Failing Grade

The Lempert Report: Reform and new reduction programs are in place, but grocery retailers are not doing much to reduce single-use plastic, Greenpeace says.

Retailers

Big Y Says Bye to Plastic Bags

The retailer will also impose a 10-cent fee on paper bags.

Technology

New Solution Casts Computer Vision on Store Shelves

By WGB Staff on Jul. 10, 2019

A new alliance between Nielsen, Trax and Acosta utilizes photographic technology and an internet of things platform to help CPG brands improve in-store execution strategies.

Fresh Food

Publix Launches Sustainable Seafood Campaign

By WGB Staff on Jul. 09, 2019

The retailer has introduced a new labeling system to inform customers of sustainable or responsibly sourced seafood.

Retailers

Kroger Cites Revamped Milk Jug in Plastic Reduction

By Jon Springer on Jul. 03, 2019

Shareholders defeat assessment proposal, but CEO pledges further waste reduction following 2020 goals.

Retailers

Palm Oil Once Again Becomes Tarnished

By Phil Lempert on Jun. 28, 2019

The Lempert Report: Amid concerns of deforestation, retailers are phasing out palm oil.

Retailers

Ahold Delhaize Raises $600M to Support Sustainability

By Jon Springer on Jun. 25, 2019

The six-year Sustainability Bond will support investments in products, buildings and health, the retailer said.

Operations

4 Trends Disrupting Brick-and-Mortar Grocery

Jun. 21, 2019

Customer experience and concerns about sustainability are driving change in grocery, yet there is a huge opportunity for retailers that make smart moves.

Fresh Food

The Future of Agriculture Is at Risk

By Phil Lempert on Jun. 11, 2019

The Lempert Report: Funding for agricultural research and smart conservation practices are necessary to sustain farming.

Fresh Food

Perdue Premium Meat to Enter Organic Grass-Finished Biz

By WGB Staff on Jun. 10, 2019

The acquisition adds Panorama Meats to the company’s family of premium protein brands.