PMG Industry Perspective
Christmas will be here soon — as will the rush of customer traffic, says columnist Armand Lobato. Are you ready for it?
Layoffs are a grim possibility heading into 2023, meaning now is the time for workers to stand out from the rest of the staff, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Yes, December has a lot packed into 31 days, but does December still have the impact it once had in retail grocery?
Despite what some might believe, these arrangements are still affordable — and welcomed — gifts that can make an impression, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Exploring a new produce position can be exciting, but be sure to get clarity about job details and responsibilities before accepting, says columnist Armand Lobato.
While the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market can trace its roots back hundreds of years, it has operated from its current location, which it says is the largest refrigerated building in the world, since 2011.
The new year brings a new opportunity to make produce departments attractive to health-conscious consumers, including those who have made a resolution to lose weight, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Columnist Armand Lobato shares book titles from his own shelf that offer inspiration and information — and not all of them are about fresh produce.
Why carry specialty produce when they typically are not top sales items? Because they can still drive sales, columnist Armand Lobato says.
Good planning and helping hands from the produce department — and other store areas — are needed to prepare floral products in a tight time window ahead of the holiday, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Perfection is a tough reach, yet it’s a constant goal in the produce aisle, says columnist Armand Lobato, who shares why pursuing that standard still matters.
Customers have a unique perspective of the produce world. Before automatic misting systems, hand-watering vegetables sometimes sparked a few customer questions, even skepticism, says columnist Armand Lobato.
As a manager starting a new assignment, it’s tempting to start making changes to the produce department. But there is more to consider when taking over a well-run produce department, says columnist Armand Lobato.
How well does your fresh produce inventory “flow? Being proactive while items are still of good quality can help avoid aged inventory and minimize shrink, says columnist Armand Lobato.
While higher education can help further a career, lessons from on-the-job produce experience can also aid in the pursuit of a degree, says columnist Armand Lobato.
If produce sales jump after resetting the layout of the department, it has to be a success, right? Columnist Armand Lobato shares his own experience from witnessing the ups and downs of one merchandising modification.
Any organization that deals with fresh produce works to meet both their external and internal customer needs — and that includes how its operations handle delivery delays, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Taking steps to minimizing food waste not only helps reduce shrink, but it also means fresher produce with a longer shelf life at the consumer’s home, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Worrying too much about operations and goals can hinder produce managers and their departments. Columnist Armand Lobato says focusing on these key steps can help alleviate the burden.
This column is from the September-October issue of PMG magazine.
Strong leadership is a two-way street that includes creating trust with employees who in turn are motivated to do the job right. Columnist Armand Lobato explains how to get there.
Don’t miss out on sales because a customer wandered the store looking for an item they couldn’t find. Columnist Armand Lobato explains how your produce merchandising can help shoppers.
If you wait for solutions to all your problems will flow downhill from a distant home office, you may be in for a long wait. Some of the best ideas sprout from those already around you, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Want to send a message to customers that your store is the place to shop for fresh produce? Columnist Armand Lobato offers some “neat” advice.
From “glocal” food to apples on Instagram, PMG Editor Amy Sowder upacks the August issue.
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The theme was collaboration as social media marketers and retail dietitians mingled with suppliers and C-suite executives at Produce for Better Health’s Consumer Connection Conference.
When my friend asked if I wanted to join her volunteer group working in a New York City charity kitchen (with promise of brunch afterwards!), I jumped at the chance for a new adventure. Little did I realize ...
The theme of this spring issue is education. If we’re doing our jobs right, we’re learning all the time, day in, day out, year round.
How retail dietitians drive produce purchases in the store and online.
The National Grocers Association created a TV commercial saying the tactics of dominant food retailers are unfair and discriminatory, harming the ability of smaller, locally owned businesses to compete.