Joe Watson

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Yes, December has a lot packed into 31 days, but does December still have the impact it once had in retail grocery?
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.
March was a very long year.
Time to strike while the iron is hot for strawberries, grapes, watermelons and more.
The appetite for celebrating is strong, so meeting consumers where they are may require a different approach to selling during this holiday period.
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.
Even retailers well-versed in handling local programs can fine-tune their strategies. Retail expert Joe Watson has you covered.
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.
They rise early, just like a farmer or baker does, to begin the day.