Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Association News, National

Mapping Out The Meat Consumer Journey

Because meat consumers can essentially shop anywhere and everywhere on their purchase journey, an effective omnichannel strategy is one of the most critical elements in a retailer’s marketing tool kit. NGA hosted a recent webinar that explored key insights from Midan Marketing’s Meat Consumer Segmentation 3.0 research showing the profound impact of the pandemic and […]

Posted inProduce News, Association News, Market Profile, Southwest

USMCA Gives Grocers Wider Diversity Of Produce, Availability Year-Round

The United States-Mexico border stretches for more than 1,254 miles, the longest international border in the continental U.S. But it’s not just a physical line – it’s a vital economic artery, pumping billions of dollars in trade between Texas and Mexico. While binational trade relations between the two countries have historically been strong, the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement […]

Posted inHealth & Wellness, Corporate Store News, Executive News, National

Ahold Delhaize USA Names O’Toole VP Of Pharmacy Services

Ahold Delhaize USA has named Moira O’Toole VP of pharmacy services. In this role, O’Toole and her team will provide pharmacy services to the local brands of Ahold Delhaize USA, including prescription drug procurement, managed care reimbursement and network contracting, drug pricing, clinical program development, regulatory compliance, pharmacy systems administration and customer-facing service development.  “Moira […]

Posted inProduce News, Albertsons, West

Sensei Debuts New-Look Packaging For Leafy Greens, Salad Mixes

Sensei Farms is introducing new packaging across its line of leafy greens and salad mixes, marking the indoor-grown produce brand’s next step toward a more sustainable future for the food supply. The new design offers the same functional and food safety features retailers and consumers expect from conventional plastic clamshells, but in an eco-friendly form. […]

Posted inProduce News, Association News, Feature, Meijer, National

Driving Produce Sales As Parents Prepare For 2024-25 School Year

A new study by The Foundation for Fresh Produce reveals most children are not eating enough fruits and vegetables every day. To boost consumption, the foundation has launched a month-long campaign, “Hacks for Healthy Back-to-School Habits.” Designed to promote simple and engaging food, cooking and meal prep “hacks,” the effort aims to instill healthy eating […]

Posted inProduce News, National

Potatoes USA To Boost IGA Members Through Marketing Resources

The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) and Potatoes USA have partnered to help independent grocers capitalize on the popularity of potatoes, which account for more than 10 percent of all vegetable sales. Potatoes are a key grocery basket-builder, with a $90.50 average basket with potatoes versus $47.47 without the vegetable, according to an IRI product affinity study. […]

Posted inProduce News, Midwest

AWG, Picadeli Tap Salad Bar Tech To Lift Fresh Food Offerings

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG) and Picadeli are working together to implement a salad bar solution that drives consumer engagement and sales growth for AWG member grocery stores, ensuring they can offer high-quality, convenient and healthy meal options that are affordable. Picadeli is an in-supermarket tech-enabled modular salad-bar with fresh food. By leveraging the company’s […]

Posted inBakery News, National

In-Store Bakeries Offer More Than Just Flavor For Consumers

Part two of a series of articles highlighting in-store bakery trends that The Shelby Report will be covering throughout the year. More than just flavor With in-store bakery purchases taste is a top driver but industry experts say retailers should not underestimate the role indulgence plays with in-store bakery purchases. As one expert noted, in-store bakeries […]