The grocery industry in Iowa experienced a dynamic period from 2024 through mid-2025, marked by strategic expansions, significant remodels and a notable few closures, reflecting both economic pressures and a continued focus on serving communities.
While the state’s overall financial position remains strong, grocers are navigating evolving consumer habits and intense competition.
Iowa-based Fareway Stores Inc. has continued its strategic growth. Fareway operates 141 stores in a seven-state region, with more than 13,000 employees…