Procurant has introduced Procurant Fresh AI, the first artificial intelligence solution made for perishables category management in retail grocery. Procurant Fresh AI uses the company’s expertise in the perishables category to reduce costs, streamline decision-making, eliminate reporting and deliver accurate insights to executives and frontline users alike. Procurant Fresh AI provides accurate insights within an […]
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Spring Into Summer As Preparations Begin For Biggest Veggie Season
As we move into the second quarter of the year, the longer days and warmer weather signal the arrival of peak production season. With daylight savings and tax season behind us, it’s time to refresh, reorganize and prepare for the busiest quarter of the year. At Crazy Fresh, we know that success in Q2 sets […]
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Walmart Uses Geospatial Technology To Expand Delivery Zones
Walmart is using advanced geospatial technology to divide geographic areas into precise hexagonal grids, optimizing delivery zones. According to Walmart, the technology allows for more accurate mapping of delivery areas, enabling multiple stores to fulfill a customer’s order in one trip. “Convenience is a key driver of our growth, and technology is what enables us […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, National
Report: Americans To Consume 73M Pounds Of Chocolate This Easter
As Easter approaches, Americans are set to indulge in a chocolate extravaganza, with 73 million pounds of chocolate expected to be consumed during the holiday season – likely equating to more than $2 billion in sales. For comparison, that’s enough chocolate to: Create more than 1 billion chocolate eggs weighing 1-ounce each; Make nearly 400 […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, Corporate Store News, National, News
Grocery Industry Reacts To SNAP Waiver Requests Across The U.S.
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Indiana Gov. Mike Braun have submitted Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) waiver requests to the U.S. Department of Agriculture with the aim of banning the purchase of soft drinks and candy with the benefits. State governors can ask for a waiver from certain requirements of the SNAP program. “Banning […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Feature, National, News
Experts: Adaptability Key For Producers, Retailers Amid Protein Market’s Volatility
From staff reports At the Annual Meat Conference, held March 24-26 in Orlando, Florida, industry leaders convened to discuss the evolving landscape of the meat and poultry sectors. For the 2025 Meat and Poultry Market Outlook presentation, key speakers included Brian Earnest, lead protein industry analyst at CoBank; Christine McCracken, executive director and protein analyst […]
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PLMA Re-Elects Board Chair, Welcomes New Directors
The Private Label Manufactures Association (PLMA) re-elected Kristal Sevcik, VP of business development at AmeriQual Group, as chair of its board of directors. Sevcik, who assumed the position in 2024, will serve a second one-year term. The members of the association also accepted the slate proposed by the nominating committee – Jeanine Antiporek of Refresco […]
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AFFI Leads Frozen Food Advocacy At 2025 Government Action Summit
Frozen food business leaders came together April 1-3 for advocacy and Congressional outreach during the American Frozen Food Institute’s (AFFI) Government Action Summit in Washington, D.C. Attendees spoke with their Congressional offices about the benefits of frozen food, addressing how it is a solution in nutrition access. Freezing locks in nutrition and flavor, which helps the […]