The Digitally Engaged Food Shopper study has been expanded by Food Marketing Institute and Nielsen to address the constant changes in digital platforms. The study delivers an omnichannel roadmap for the food marketing industry. Through a broadened roster of advisory partners, this year’s output will bring to life a set of actionable tools and resources […]
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NPPC’s World Pork Expo Canceled Due To African Swine Fever Concerns
Due to concerns about African swine fever, the National Pork Producers Council board of directors has decided to cancel World Pork Expo 2019 scheduled for June in Des Moines, Iowa. African swine fever (ASF) continues to spread in China and other parts of Asia. World Pork Expo, held each June at the Iowa State Fairgrounds […]
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Alabama Grocers Association Golf Outing Raises Foundation Donations
The Alabama Grocers Education Foundation held its Annual Spring Golf Outing on Thursday, April 4, at Inverness Country Club in Birmingham, Alabama. The tournament raised money for the Alabama Grocers Education Foundation, to provide scholarships to employees and children of employees of Alabama Grocers Association companies. AGEF has awarded more than $1.2 million in member […]
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‘Power of Bakery’ Report: Bakery Is A Driver Of Grocery Store Sales
A bakery in a grocery store drives store sales and encourages emotional connections with consumers, according to the results of the Power of Bakery Report, a report jointly released by the American Bakers Association (ABA) and Food Marketing Institute (FMI). The results of the analysis, unveiled at the ABA Convention in Naples, Florida, share consumer perceptions, […]
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American Bakers Association Study Illuminates Gen Z Consumer Habits
The American Bakers Association (ABA) released its study, Attracting Gen Z and Millennial Customers, which reveals the habits, perceptions and relationship of Millennial and Gen Z consumers toward commercially baked goods. The results not only show these consumer segments’ perceptions of health, purchase drivers, and digital experiences related to bakery but also indicate key trends […]
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United Fresh Partner X-Change Matchmaking Event Sells Out
The new Partner X-Change matchmaking program at the United Fresh Produce Association 2019 Convention and Expo in June has sold out, but a waiting list has been created. New this year, United Fresh 2019 is enhancing business development opportunities with one-on-one business partner meetings between the buying community and those seeking their business. During the […]
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16th Straight Year Of Record Convenience Store Food, Merchandise Sales
The National Association of Convenience Stores says food and merchandise sales rose nearly 10 percent to a record $654.3 billion in 2018. It is the 16th straight year of growth. The NACS State of the Industry data found while fuel sales increased 13.2 percent, foodservice sales accounted for 22.6 percent of in-store sales. Also, wages […]
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Oklahoma Senate Passes Bill Banning Tax On Plastic Bags
Oklahoma Senate Bill 1001 would prohibit political subdivisions from taxing or otherwise restricting the use or sale of “auxiliary containers” like thin plastic bags used by grocery stores and other retailers across the state and nation, the Oklahoma Grocers Association (OGA) reports. The state Senate passed the measure in March. The bill was authored by […]