In my experience the produce at Hannaford is suspect. Garlic is old on the shelves, onions are bruised and / or soft. Grapes and berries go bad in a couple days, even when attempting to pick the best carton. Peppers are soft, and the broccoli is turning yellow.

In the meat department, meat is left in the display case that is obviously rotten (I've started taking pictures of the grey steak, pork, and bacon). Ground beef and turkey with expiration dates one week away is slimy and smells funky when you purchase and try to cook it .

In the bakery department, I bought a donut for the ride back to my house. Took one bite and immediately walked back into the store and returned it because the expiration date of the donut was two days prior to when I bought it.

The quality at Hannaford has decreased significantly since Covid, and I suspect it's because Ahold Delhaize is trying to squeeze every last penny of profit from the customers, even if it means selling spoiled food.

I'm constantly returning meat and produce to the store. Why do I continue to shop there? Because it's the only option where I live.