Monthly online grocery sales totaled $11.6 billion in October 2025, a 10.5 percent increase over the previous year, according to the latest Brick Meets Click Grocery Shopper Survey, sponsored by Mercatus. October’s moderate growth rate compared to the 2024 surge was the result of an expanding base of monthly active users (MAUs), tempered by anemic gains in order frequency, and pullback in average order values (AOV).

An Economic Impact Report released by Instacart features new internal and third-party data revealing how its platform powers growth, earnings and food access across the grocery economy in the U.S. and Canada. What began more than a decade ago as a same-day grocery delivery app has grown into a vital ecosystem that fuels economic opportunity, strengthens communities and makes fresh, affordable food more accessible for millions.

Equitable Food Initiative recognized Amalia Zimmerman-Lommel of GoodFarms for receiving the 2025 Frieda Rapoport Caplan Women’s Catalyst Award.

Named for produce industry pioneer Frieda Rapoport Caplan, the award honors individuals who mentor women, act with integrity and create pathways for others to thrive professionally. It is presented annually during the Women’s Fresh Perspectives Breakfast held during the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce and Floral Show.

The Organic Grower Summit returns to the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa this Dec. 3-4 with a dynamic lineup of programs, demonstrations and services designed to elevate the organic farming community. From fostering the next generation of agricultural professionals to showcasing cutting-edge technology, OGS 2025 promises to be the must-attend event for organic growers and industry leaders.

New Highlights Coming to OGS 2025

Hy-Vee continues to offer $3 meals for families through Nov. 14 at all stores with hot food service, including a breakfast buffet this weekend from 7 to 10 a.m. Children 12 and under can eat for free. The meals cost $3 for all other customers and are available for dine-in or takeout.

The menu through Friday, Nov. 14, is as follows:

Oppy Chairman, CEO and Managing Partner John Anderson has been inducted into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame, recognizing his extraordinary impact on Canada’s agriculture and food industry over the past 50 years.