Strategies & Solutions

Private Label Trade Show expands foodservice focus
Private Label Manufacturers Association said the Nov. 14-16 Private Label Trade Show will include expanded participation by foodservice suppliers, triggered by the growth of grocers providing restaurant-quality meals to shoppers.
Lidl private brand wines recognized by Sommeliers Choice Awards
47 of the retailer’s wines earned a gold, silver or bronze award and are sold for $10 or less, as private brand wines continue to experience growth.

Kroger, Ocado continue e-commerce fulfillment partnership with Florida opening

A 375,000 sq. ft. facility opened in Groveland, Fla., leveraging robotics, machine learning and technology to power grocery fulfillment, with an emphasis on fresh and store brand products.
Albertsons deploys Fetch Rewards app nationwide

The consumer loyalty app began with a five-week pilot and is being rolled out for use in all of its stores.
Target expands Opalhouse brand with influencer partnership

More than 300 products designed by Jungalow’s Justina Blakeney, featured under the Opalhouse store brand, will hit stores this month.
Pinterest grows shopping features

A new Shopping List tool joins an announcement of Pinterest expanding its shopping features into Australia, Canada, France and Germany.
Carrefour, Tesco end purchasing agreement

A three-year deal that began in 2018, the purchasing agreement helped the two chains jointly source private brand products.
Bed Bath & Beyond highlights Our Table brand in virtual cooking series

Three videos beginning next week on the retailer’s IGTV channel feature celebrity chefs using a selection of Our Table cookware and products.
West Liberty Foods highlights social responsibility measures

The private brand poultry and meat company issued its second Corporate Social Responsibility Report in the last three years.
GNC own brands to hit Walmart

Walmart will be carrying a curated selection of GNC’s own brand products, beginning with a selection of men's and women’s essential vitamins at 4,000 Walmart stores.