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A $20 Billion Deal Depends on Whether You Think Walmart Is a Supermarket

By Patrick Thomas and Dave Michaels, March 26, 2024 PHOTO: JOE CARROTTA FOR THE WALL STREET JOURNAL Authorities say Kroger’s planned Albertsons takeover will leave fewer traditional supermarkets to compete for Americans’ grocery dollars   Where you go to buy a loaf of bread or a bunch of bananas could help determine the fate of … Continued

World Famous Meatloaf Recipe

Meatloaf is a dish of ground meat that has been combined with other ingredients and formed into the shape of a loaf, then baked or smoked. The final shape is either hand-formed on a baking tray, or pan-formed by cooking it in a loaf pan. It is usually made with ground beef, although ground lamb, … Continued

10 Grocery Chains Opening Dozens of New Stores in 2024

By Zoe Strozewski, March 29, 2024   Some of these popular supermarket chains are even planning hundreds of new locations this year and beyond.   America has turned into something of a wonderland for grocery shoppers thanks to the mind-boggling array of stores spread throughout the country. Whether you’re on the hunt for bargain bulk … Continued

USDA organic rules are changing. Is the food industry ready?

By Lydia Noyes, March 14, 2024 Organic labeled vegetables are for sale at a grocery store in Chicago. Scott Olson via Getty Images The most significant change to organic certification is nearly here. But some experts worry that many food companies are unprepared.   As the U.S. Department of Agriculture prepares to launch its Strengthening … Continued

Federal Trade Commission Sues to Block Kroger-Albertsons Deal

By Julie Creswell, Feb. 26, 2024, 12:00 p.m. ET The regulator is trying to stop the largest supermarket merger in history, arguing that the deal would eliminate competition and raise prices for consumers.   The Federal Trade Commission on Monday sued to block Kroger, the supermarket giant, from completing its $24.6 billion acquisition of the … Continued

34 Degrees Mates Cheese Crisps & 20 items to include on a charcuterie board

34 Degrees Mates Cheese Crisps… The latest from 34 Degrees, a brand known for its elevated crisps created to pair with charcuterie and cheese, is a first-to-market line of convenient Certified Gluten Free puffed cheese crisps, Mates. The flavorful, lightly crunchy offering features real, premium gouda cheese as its No. 1 ingredient. While Mates can … Continued

Colorado attorney general files lawsuit to block Kroger-Albertson merger

Author: Richard Cote Published: 10:32 AM MST February 14, 2024 Updated: 11:30 AM MST February 14, 2024 Phil Weiser filed the lawsuit Wednesday, stating the merger would eliminate head-to-head competition.   DENVER — Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser has filed a lawsuit in Denver District Court to block a proposed $24.6 billion Kroger-Albertsons merger. On … Continued

Rouses Markets Opens Fourth Store In Lafayette, Louisiana

Kevin Atwill | https://www.theshelbyreport.com/ Already a household name in Lafayette, Louisiana, Rouses Markets opened its fourth store in the parish Jan. 25 to much fanfare.     Located at 1810 Camellia Blvd., the 55,000-square-foot supermarket – the company’s 65th overall – anchors a 15-acre retail center adjacent to the Village of River Ranch, one of Lafayette’s … Continued

Kroger, Albertsons merger is delayed

Bill Wilson | https://www.supermarketnews.com/   Grocers say deal will not happen in early 2024; Washington State AG issues statement on lawsuit to block merger Do not expect the $24.6 billion Kroger, Albertsons merger to happen anytime soon. The two grocers, along with C&S Wholesale Grocers, came out and said they expect the deal to become official … Continued

Scenes from the January 2024 Sysco Food Show in Texas

After a 3rd and 4th quarter hiatus from food shows, Sysco Houston kicked off 2024 with a January food show held at the opsite featuring over 100 vendors and nearly 600 customers.   The team at US&S featured many specialty and Italian vendors which were well received by the customers.   Highlights included a specialty … Continued