Coronavirus

Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.


Cashierless on campus

As foodservice operations go contact-free to reduce the spread of coronavirus, here’s a look at two cashierless concepts that were seeing success before the pandemic hit.

National Mango Board Wants Retailers to Nominate 'Super Fruit Heroes'

The organization is inviting retailers to nominate produce team members for their extra efforts during the COVID-19 outbreak.

CEO Jason Hart acknowledges "market shifts" but assures shoppers of the discounter's "unbeatable value" behind innovative suppliers and operational efficiency.

Gov. Jay Inslee is sticking with the requirement that restaurants record who has eaten in their restaurants and when, but has alerted consumers that they can withhold their specifics.

Over two-thirds of respondents anticipate a loss for their programs this school year.

The Lempert Report: The American Psychological Association reported 38% of Americans attribute unhealthy or excessive eating to stress normally, and the pandemic adds to it.

In a recent interview with CNN, UFCW President Marc Perrone suggests that all eyes are on Kroger with regard to the end of "hero pay."

Consumer spending at restaurants jumped 103% that Sunday, according to data company Womply.

COVID-19 has forced operators to focus on meals to go.

Under scrutiny for letting hourly premiums expire, the retailer announces a "bookend" bonus.

Fazoli's CEO outlines the strategies that have kept the chain ahead of the curve during the COVID-19 health crisis.

Garden Fresh Restaurants opts for liquidation rather than reopening its buffet-centric restaurants due to coronavirus restrictions.

Lidl and Best Market employees in New York are demanding hazard pay and faster response to illnesses, including at least 2 deaths.

Part of retailer’s efforts to keep stores clean, adapt to pandemic changes, understand customer needs

Restaurants may be less busy than they've ever been, but the same can't be said for labor advocates.

Operators continue to make sure those in their communities stay happy and fed during the COVID-19 outbreak.

In these challenging and uncertain times, we all need a reason to smile. With a nod to actor John Krasinski’s Some Good News, WGB presents five good things that happened in grocery this past week.

Out-of-the-box ways to enforce restrictions are not only effective, but they can also be a good marketing tool.

The noncongregate feeding waiver, meal times waiver and parent pickup waiver have all been extended to the end of August.

The Lempert Report: Obesity is one of the biggest risk factors for people admitted to hospitals with COVID-19.

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