A new survey found that 78% of Americans have changed their primary grocery store at some point, with quality of fresh produce, meats, and bakery goods cited as the leading reason. The survey found this factor outweighed proximity, price, and product variety in shaping where people choose to shop.
fastcompany.com
· 2026-10-09
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has enlisted a group of designers, branding agencies and grocery-industry specialists to create the visual identity for the city's planned municipal grocery stores. The team includes agencies that previously worked on brands like Graza and Stillers, and their remit reportedly includes merchandise as well as store design.
fastcompany.com
· 2026-09-30
Barilla, the Italian pasta company, has agreed to acquire GOODLES, a boxed macaroni-and-cheese brand known for adding protein and fiber to its recipe. The brand launched a little over four years ago and has quickly built a reputation as one of the fastest-growing players in the category.
fastcompany.com
· 2026-09-03