PMG Retailer Insight
Greensboro, N.C.-based The Fresh Market has navigated its way through all the 2023 trends lists by culling five it calls the “most delicious.”
Gmelich has more than 25 years of experience in brand development, marketing strategy and customer loyalty.
Hannah Waxler will be the in-store nutrition expert to help shoppers navigate healthy eating.
The Independent Grocers Alliance named nine of its members as the 2023 U.S. Retailers of the Year.
Spotlight on independent grocers: The ability to flex with the neighborhood is quite the selling point for independent supermarkets, compared to national chains.
The National Grocers Association and Clarion Events released the full lineup of special events for the Feb. 26-28 NGA Show at Caesars Forum Convention Center in Las Vegas.
Schnucks has begun major renovations while expanding produce departments at Florissant, Miss., and St. Louis locations.
NEW YORK — The eyebrow-raising success of fresh-cut fruit stood out when dozens of investors and SpartanNash executives discussed the health of the company, its strategies and plans.
As Floridians across the peninsula grapple with their losses and look toward meeting their immediate necessities, supermarket companies nationwide are sending relief in the form of volunteers, food and other supplies.
EFI director: “Rather than an audit-based approach to compliance, this program will focus on self-assessment, capacity-building and measurement of continuous improvement [for] responsible labor practices at scale.”
Five grand prize winners for both 2021 and 2022 were announced, and those winners, not previously notified, were told to go on stage at IFPA’s Global Show Oct. 27, for even more recognition.
The National Mango Board recognizes retailers who go above and beyond to support the mango industry.
The grocery retailer invites private brand suppliers across categories — including fresh produce — to apply.
Focal Systems will help Piggly Wiggly Midwest digitize entire stores to automate and optimize ordering, inventory management, merchandising and in-store labor — which could improve the freshness of produce.
The meal plan feature includes a budget tracker, an expanded library of more than 8,000 exclusive recipes, shoppable ingredient lists and hands-free cooking mode with step-by-step timer.
This is what Walmart rolled out to tens of thousands of store associates and how it will affect their jobs.
In a move to advance the Kroger-Albertsons merger, the retailers have entered an agreement to divest with C&S Wholesale Grocers, selling 413 stores, eight distribution centers, two offices and five private-label brands.
Your supermarket has to be a destination for fresh, says Robert Nickels, who spearheads category management, procurement and merchandising of fresh produce and floral for Giant Food.
When Kathleen Marvel took a job as supermarket florist, she didn’t expect her creations would be seen on TV by millions worldwide.
Leslie Jefferson, a certified nutrition specialist and community health manager at Giant Food, expands what food-as-medicine means for a grocery store by factoring in equal access to healthy opportunities for all.
Are Trader Joe’s employees really told to flirt with shoppers? How is it so fun to work there? Why have the two CEOs stayed so long? CEO Bryan Palbaum and company President and Vice CEO Jon Basalone answer.
Shoppers can sample and purchase hatch chilies products as part of the 15th annual Chile Roast event.
Here are some “pear”ed-down facts and tips about this favorite fruit.
Joseph Bunting of United Supermarkets in Texas has been at it a while now, and he’s impressed quite a few people along the way. Dive into the details and find yourself inspired.
The supermarket business in the U.S. Heartland remains “strong and vibrant,” said Anthony Totta, CEO at FreshXperts LLC, Kansas City, Mo.
A new survey by Deloitte found that consumers plan to limit their spending, travel and experiences, in-store shopping and time spent shopping during this holiday season.
Jeff Cady rarely misses an opportunity to get better, and that approach has served him well as director of produce and floral for Williamsville, N.Y.-based Tops Friendly Markets.
Warm weather means prime time for every produce department, from berries to stone fruit to grapes to the crown jewel of summer: cherries.
Cherries come in a variety of pack sizes and styles, and in typical years – coronavirus may change the approach this season – many retailers have worked to present several different options for shoppers.
Retailers generally carry cherries whenever they are available, though the Northwest season is obviously the pinnacle of volume and consumer interest.