Progressive Grocer

The Cincinnati Enquirer compares Kroger's cage-free egg commitments and progress against major rivals Walmart, Costco and Target. The piece examines where each grocery chain stands on sourcing eggs from cage-free hens, a long-running animal welfare pledge in US retail. As a Cincinnati-based company, Kroger's record is the focus of the side-by-side look at competitors' timelines and compliance.

Regional supermarket chain Big Y has appointed a retail technology professional as its new vice president of information technology. The move signals the grocer's continued investment in digital and IT capabilities as supermarkets modernize operations. Details of the appointee's background and start date have been reported by trade outlet Progressive Grocer.