Amazon’s Grocery Plans Should Both Strike Fear and Motivate

Reports that Amazon plans to open a new chain of grocery stores separate from Whole Foods is especially threatening to consumer goods manufacturers that would increasingly be competing with Amazon’s private-label brands. CPGs must build more relevant brand equity to survive.

Instacart’s Alcohol Delivery Is Now Available In 14 States

March 12, 2019 Jordan Crook, Tech Crunch

Instacart has expanded its alcohol delivery to now be available in 14 states and Washington D.C. from nearly 100 different retailers.

Shipt Names Kelly Caruso Chief Executive Officer

March 12, 2019 Shipt

Shipt, an industry-leading same-day delivery service and marketplace, announces Kelly Caruso as chief executive officer, succeeding founder Bill Smith, who will continue to serve as an advisor to the company.

Vermont Creamery Wins Six Awards at U.S. Championship Cheese Contest – Bijou Named “Best of Class.”

March 12, 2019 Vermont Creamery

Vermont Creamery was recognized for excellence in cheesemaking this week, with six awards at the U.S. Championship Cheese Contest, including a “Best of Class” title for Bijou.

Wisconsin Cheeses Reign at US Championship Cheese Contest

Wisconsin cheesemakers captured almost half of the awards at the 2019 U.S. Championship Cheese Contest, including first and second-runner up, both awarded to Marieke Gouda of Thorp, Wisconsin.