Retail

RSA America says the partnership will aid independent grocers looking to compete with national chains through smart, scalable and affordable technology.
Numerator’s 2025 Labor Day Intentions report shows grilling will dominate holiday celebrations, and Trader Joe’s podcast offers a timely example of how retailers can spark shopper inspiration with creative, produce-driven grilling ideas.
While the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 38.9% surge in farm prices for fresh and dry vegetables in July, the reality of how — if at all — that spike will impact retail pricing is more nuanced.
Sweetpotatoes will be “suiting up” for this limited-time football packaging promotion, running September and October.
The Food System Outlook 2025 report shows millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the food industry, with 90% prioritizing healthy, fresh and clean-label foods over other expenses, even during economic hardship.
As the company rolls out same-day delivery of fresh perishables in more than 1,000 U.S. cities, industry experts are weighing the impact on growers, shippers and rival retailers.
Retailers and customers are preparing for rising prices, supply disruptions and potentially less variety.
A new survey by the Idaho Potato Commission reveals the top homemade potato dishes in every U.S. region, just in time for National Potato Day on Aug. 19
In this week’s Fresh Produce Fridays, branding expert Jean Pierre Lacroix shares three ways grocers can use emotional design, storytelling and nostalgia to create instant connections with shoppers and boost sales.
A record number of monthly users for e-grocery services helped fuel sales growth, as “free” delivery combined with convenience continues to attract customers, according to Brick Meets Click shopper survey.
AFM’s fall initiatives will once again include promotions for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and college football.
The online retailer has expanded its same-day service to include fresh perishables, intensifying competition with grocery and quick-commerce rivals while creating new opportunities for fresh produce suppliers.
The unified platform eliminates manual processes, enhances compliance and speeds retail connectivity for growers and shippers.
Advanced capabilities improve execution in departments where one in three shoppers say quality determines where they shop.
The anticipated surge in shopper traffic provide a prime time to align retail promotions.
Kroger shares easy ways to make a fresh family meal together, centered around in-season fruits and vegetables that even the youngest kids can enjoy preparing.
Whether it’s promoting emerging varieties or leveraging influencer partnerships and functional food trends, the mushroom category continues to grow in more ways than one.
Thousands of Dollar General locations will offer on-demand delivery of food and household staples through Uber Eats starting Aug. 8.
Influencers like Angela Yvonne of VeganPopEats are turning budget grocery trips into viral content, inspiring millions of viewers to shop smarter, starting in the produce aisle at Aldi.
Fall advertising, influencer partnerships and digital marketing efforts will focus on several topics, the organization says.
The Think Blink philosophy emphasizes using emotional design and storytelling in the produce aisle to create instant, meaningful connections that influence shopper decisions and drive sales.
Consumer packs remain popular, but companies are versatile to meet customer needs.
A Simbe study finds widespread pricing errors, stockouts and online order issues across major U.S. grocery chains, underscoring the role of automation in restoring confidence.
From festive packaging to back-to-school partnerships and Halloween promotions, produce marketers are crafting seasonal initiatives that speak directly to parents and kids.
The new digital experience also features badges to help customers easily identify SNAP-eligible grocery products when shopping online, the company says.
The retailer says its “All for Good” initiative underscores its brand purpose to cultivate thriving communities while meeting everyday customer needs.
A new SensaPay study reveals the top spending categories that consumers refuse to cut, prioritizing fresh produce, meat and dairy as leading essentials in 2025.
Brian Dey of Four Seasons Produce shares how strong retailer-supplier partnerships are shaping merchandising strategies and boosting produce sales.
The grocer now offers Wednesday Weekly Deals, Weekend Super Sales and Monday Must-Haves for seven days of savings.
From sweet mangoes to zesty passion fruit, Save Mart, Dole and J&C Tropicals are leaning into the tropical spirit on July 18 to celebrate exotic flavors.
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