Kroger and Uber Technologies announced the launch of nearly 2,700 Kroger stores on the Uber Eats, Uber and Postmates apps. Customers nationwide can now shop their local Kroger banner for fresh groceries and same day delivery via Uber's apps.

This rollout delivers on the companies' previously announced plan to broaden access, choice and value for millions of households. In addition to Kroger's floral and sushi shops already available on Uber Eats, customers can browse full store assortments from Ralphs, Fred Meyer, King Soopers, Smith's, Fry's, Harris Teeter, Mariano's and additional Kroger

The numbers say it all: With engagement rates up 40 percent year over year, the Idaho Potato Commission’s social media community of more than 200,000 followers continues to expand on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Pinterest. On Instagram and Facebook alone, IPC posts generated 20 million impressions, driving more than 1.6 million engagements from fans across the country for the year ending Aug. 31, 2025.

“IPC’s how-to recipe videos, quick Tater Tips and trending food content inspire consumers and keep Idaho® potatoes top of mind in the grocery aisle,” said Jeweldean Hull, IPC managing

When Alisa Gmelich was interviewing for the job of chief marketing officer at Sprouts Farmers Market, she focused on what she believed is the key to marketing success: understanding the needs of customers and meeting those needs to drive behavior. This is what drives traffic. 

“Traffic is the best indicator of marketing success,” she said.

Of course, there are many other positive outcomes of successful marketing plans, such as building brand awareness, fostering long term loyalty and articulating value, but to Gmelich increasing sales by influencing shopper behavior is the ultimate goal. 

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Today, Southeastern Grocers officially became The Winn-Dixie Co., uniting the organization and its stores under one name. As part of this transformation, the company is also introducing a refreshed Winn-Dixie brand, designed to feel more modern, confident and connected to the way families shop today.

"This is a defining moment—more than a name change, it proudly declares who we are and where we’re headed," said Anthony Hucker, chairman and CEO. "Winn-Dixie has been part of feeding families and enriching communities for generations. Becoming The Winn-Dixie Company brings a deeply rooted company

The television set of their dreams will come to life for three fortunate winners in the 2026 Idaho Potato Lovers Display Contest sweepstakes, who will be able to select any TV up to a $3,500 value as the grand prize.

“The Idaho Potato Commission continues to raise the bar as we give our grand prize winners the opportunity to pick out that special television set they have always wanted,” said Ross Johnson, IPC vice president of retail. “We will even make sure it is delivered right to their home. All the winners have to do is sit back in their favorite recliner, pop open their favorite beverage

To Sprouts Farmers Market Chief Supply Officer Joe Hurley the tremendous growth plans of the chain are what makes his job exciting. 

“That’s the fun part of store growth,” he said, likening it to a puzzle.

The supply chain department has a goal of having each store within 250 miles of a distribution center. Sprouts currently has six DCs and is exploring opening additional DCs in the Northeast and Midwest in the coming years. With an  expected increase of at least a couple hundred stores by then, Hurley needs to make sure those DCs and stores are aligned and that the logistics are as efficient as