As a majority of retailers embrace in-store technologies that improve business and store team performance, Simbe has introduced new product capabilities. This is one of Simbe’s largest software updates to date and extends the value of its web platform – as the only platform with proven results at scale used by dozens of retailers across three continents. The first solution, Simbe Mobile, […]
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Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, National
Beaver Street Fisheries, iFoodDS Partner On Seafood Traceability Initiative
Beaver Street Fisheries and iFoodDS have introduced a proof-of-concept project to connect the seafood supply chain from producers to distributors to food service and grocery retail customers. The iFoodDS Trace Exchange with IBM Food Trust platform enables this connectivity, allowing Beaver Street Fisheries and its supplier network to capture, store and share data required by […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Health & Wellness, National
Instacart, Northwell Health Expand Access To Food For Patients, Staff
Instacart and Northwell Health, New York’s largest health system, have begun a partnership through the Instacart Health initiative to use Instacart’s platform and products to expand access to nutritious food, inspire sustainable healthy choices and scale food as health programs to reach diverse Northwell communities. “Raising health is more than the care Northwell provides in our hospitals and […]
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NGA Foundation Reveals 2024 Scholarship Recipients
The NGA Foundation has announced the 22 recipients of its 2024 scholarship program, provided by donors and affiliate groups. “The foundation is honored to play a role in advancing the education of the food industry’s next generation of leaders,” said NGA Foundation’s VP Chelsea Matzen. “This year’s recipients demonstrate a passion for serving their communities. […]
Posted inDairy News, Association News, Frozen Food, National
Report: NFRA Reveals Consumers’ Preferences, Nostalgia Linked To Ice Cream
To commemorate National Ice Cream Month in July as well as National Ice Cream Day on July 21, the National Frozen & Refrigerated Food Association (NFRA) has shared new survey data highlighting America’s affection for ice cream. The findings reveal that consumers favor traditional ice cream made from simple, natural ingredients and classic flavors, while […]
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June Online Grocery Sales Total $7.7B, Up 8% From 2023
The U.S. online grocery market finished June with $7.7 billion in monthly sales, an 8 percent increase over last year. Delivery sales surged after aggressive promotions last month, ship-to-home posted strong results due to increased spending per order and pickup held steady year-over-year, according to the Brick Meets Click/Mercatus Grocery Shopper Survey, fielded June 30-31. During June, […]
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FMI Study Assesses Impact Of Selling Wine At Grocery
FMI – The Food Industry Association has released a new report that explores whether allowing grocery stores in Tennessee to sell wine eight years ago led to liquor store closures and changes in state sales tax revenues. Through the creation of a “synthetic” Tennessee, the report by Vincenzina Caputo of Michigan State University examines what would […]
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Report: May Seafood Sales Highlight Less Inflation
Seafood has experienced far less inflation than total food and beverages, according to Circana and 210 Analytics. The price per pound for total refrigerated/fresh seafood decreased, driven by finfish and shellfish. Frozen and shelf-stable seafood prices also declined year over year. However, at an average price per pound of $9.49, the cost for fresh and […]
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eGrowcery Adds AI To Recipes Through New Technology
eGrowcery is helping supermarkets and other retailers improve engagement with their shoppers by offering a suite of more than 70,000 recipes. This latest feature allows retailers to personalize their recipe offerings based on regional preference and product catalog using eGrowcery’s AI technologies to auto-select the products to be assigned to the recipe or for the […]
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NGA Applauds Safeguarding SNAP In Agriculture Appropriations Bill
The National Grocers Association (NGA) is applauding members of Congress for safeguarding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in the FY 2025 agriculture appropriations bill by removing a provision that would have led to widespread disruptions and undermined SNAP’s effectiveness. A proposal dropped from the final bill would have created a five-state pilot to limit […]
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Upshop, Invafresh Merge To Transform Food Retail Technology
Upshop and Invafresh have merged, aiming to address major food sector challenges regarding availability, affordability and waste. The united entity, Upshop, aims to empower communities worldwide by enabling better access to fresh, safe and affordable food, regardless of whether it’s prepared, perishable or shelf stable. The platform will be used by more than 400 retailers […]
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IFPA’s Burns Previews Foodservice Conference
As the signature event for produce in the culinary arts, the IFPA’s Foodservice Conference promises top-notch education sessions, networking opportunities and a premier expo with products and services targeted to the foodservice industry. Cathy Burns, CEO of the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), said the event brings the foodservice industry together around one of its […]
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Independent Grocers Ready To Celebrate NGA Foundation Awareness Week
Initiatives like diversity and inclusion, leadership development, technical assistance and support for the industry’s next generation are important to independent grocers but are often eclipsed by the ongoing day-to-day business of feeding their communities. As the 501(c)3 nonprofit arm of the National Grocers Association, the NGA Foundation supports the future of the independent community grocer […]
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What’s Driving Dairy Purchasing Decisions?
Dairy is a destination for daily staples on most shopping trips. But, how are evolving demographics, changing nutritional requirements and the rise of alternative products influencing what winds up in consumers’ baskets? A recent webinar hosted by NGA explored consumption trends for dairy products as part of a healthy eating pattern, including potential barriers that […]
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Grupo Bimbo Reports 93% Of Packaging Made From Recyclable Materials
Grupo Bimbo has launched its 2023 annual report: “Behind our Actions.” The document shows the progress of the business and the objectives of the bakery company’s sustainability strategy for 2030 and 2050. Among the highlights of its “Baked For Nature” priority, where the bakery works on regeneration, growth, circularity and creating a positive impact on […]
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REAP Grants Available To Independent Grocers For Store Upgrades
Independent food retailers across the United States have an opportunity to fund store upgrades that reduce operational costs, improve profits and enhance sustainability. Administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) provides grants to rural small businesses for energy efficiency improvements (such as HVAC, lighting, and refrigeration) and renewable […]
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Consumers Are Spreading Around Their Grocery Trips. So What?
Sponsored content Research from Upside has shown that American consumers are pushing back against increased food costs, trading down from full-service restaurants to quick-service restaurants or hot buffets and salad bars. Even as inflation levels off, the rise in prices over the past three years has made consumers second-guess their spending, impacting retailers across all […]
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Dunnhumby Unveils AI-powered Assortment Solution
Dunnhumby has launched its next-generation assortment solution utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to assist retailers in selecting products. New features unveiled in dunnhumby Assortment include: Localized assortments: Retailers can now deliver hyper-localized assortments tailored to the unique preferences of their customer base. Space-aware assortments and planograms: A new integrated planogram tool optimizes layout and facings, giving shelf-ready layouts based on […]
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Clark Foods Celebrates National Baked Bean Day With New Products
In celebration of National Baked Bean Day on July 4, Clark Foods has announced its entrance in the U.S. market with its line up of baked beans through a distribution arrangement with UNFI and KeHE. This marks a milestone for the Canadian company, ensuring widespread availability and accessibility of its products throughout the U.S. Rob […]
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A New Look At Labor Retention For Independent Grocery Operators
Grocery has one of the highest employee turnover rates of any U.S. industry. A recent study commissioned by the Coca-Cola Retailing Research Council examined the lingering impact of the pandemic and other issues around hiring and retention. In a recent webinar hosted by the National Grocers Association and the NGA Foundation, longtime industry expert, observer […]