Hannaford Reintroduces Seasonal In-Store Farm Stands
Hannaford, a New England supermarket chain owned by Ahold Delhaize USA, has reintroduced seasonal in-store farm stands featuring fresh produce from local farms. The initiative involves partnerships with over 125 farmers and growers across the Northeast to provide items like carrots, corn, squash, apples, and potatoes. Hannaford aims to support local agriculture while offering customers access to healthy, locally sourced foods. The move aligns with broader efforts in the grocery industry to differentiate through fresh produce offerings amid declining sales due to factors such as a cyclospora outbreak this summer. In late August 2026, Hannaford also donated $500,000 to the Northeast Farmers Fund, which supports regenerative agricultural practices and helps farmers expand their reach.
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