Aldi cuts prices to save shoppers $86M

[Viable Food News Desk]

Publisher: Supermarket News
Published: September 24, 2026
Source: Read at Supermarket News
Category: Food Access

Aldi cut prices on fresh produce and chicken on Sept. 23, with the reductions scheduled to remain through at least Nov. 3. The company expects the cuts to save shoppers about $86 million. Honeycrisp apples now cost $1.99 per pound, a 35% decrease from 2025, and Kirkwood chicken breast family packs cost $1.99 per pound, the chain's lowest everyday price for that product since 2022. Aldi said nearly one-third of its everyday in-store assortment is now priced below its 2025 levels.

Why this matters: The cuts increase price pressure on independent grocers selling staple produce and chicken. Stores may need to watch prices on these products closely when planning promotions and purchasing.

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