"Independent supermarkets" refers to small grocery stores that are not part of a larger chain or corporation. These stores are usually owned and operated by individuals, families, or small groups of people. Full definition
In assessing the market in that case the court rejected the claim that there was a separate market for the wholesale supply of packaged groceries to independent supermarket retailers. (australiancompetitionlaw.org)
We believe there will be even fewer independent supermarkets in the future. (afr.com)
In addition, these chains must provide independent supermarket owners with written notice of this fact when making an offer to buy a store. (australiancompetitionlaw.org)