As the calendar turns to the months that end in “-ber,” that sigh of relief you hear is produce retailers collectively breathing again as the summer season winds down.
After three years of participating in major industry events, we improved our sourcing and connections with suppliers nationwide. At that time, we had only six stores, so it took a lot to get noticed by large suppliers.
Rolling mounds of vibrant color, prestige, limited-time availability — those are just a few shared qualities between a seemingly dissimilar supermarket area and a high-end sporting event.
By its very nature, snacking is a spur-of-the-moment decision, and retailers can get creative with that impulse, reminding shoppers fresh produce is a great option.