FMI – The Food Industry Association has commented on the June Consumer Price Index numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, which show a 0.2 percent increase in food-at-home prices for June and a 2.7 percent increase over the last 12 months, the same 12-month rate as in May. “June’s relatively steady food inflation […]
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Short But Spicy: Hatch Chile Season Nears Its Start
Roasting brings out a sweet and smoky richness in the peppers, and fans often buy in bulk to roast, peel and freeze.
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Brand Study: Walmart Still Tops, But Aldi, Kroger Gaining Traction
Walmart maintained the top position across every major brand-tracking metric this spring, according to new data from the Conjointly Brand Tracker released July 13. The metrics include the brand’s awareness, consideration, purchase and preferred status. Aldi and Kroger, meanwhile, posted the strongest awareness-to-preference conversion rates among mid-size to large chains. The findings came out of […]
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Stater Bros. Celebrates Grand Reopening Of Paramount Store
Stater Bros. Markets has announced the grand reopening of its remodeled supermarket at 8640 Alondra Blvd. in Paramount, California. The store exterior has been modernized with a new façade, and renovations were made to the interior to match the level of the chain’s newer stores. Shoppers will notice new décor, flooring and checkstands upon entering. […]
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Food Lion Surprises 2026 Hunger Relief Champions With Feedys Awards
Recipients included the grocer’s location in Harrington, Delaware, and a store manager in Troutman, North Carolina.
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Joe V’s Smart Shop To Open 2 New Houston-Area Stores
The two stores – one in Humble and the other near City Park – are both scheduled to open next year.
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Stater Bros.’ Calvin Named Exec In Residence For USC Program
Rebecca Calvin, the grocer’s EVP and chief marketing officer, also chairs the WAFC Board of Directors.
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Circana: US Food And Beverage Growth To Settle At 2-3% In 2027
U.S. consumers are no longer just cutting back; they are recalibrating how they buy, according to Circana.