Produce Retail
When a store’s produce operations turn into disaster, “savior” managers are needed to right the ship — but their methods and personalities aren’t what some expect from a department leader, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Stores will collect nonperishable food items and accept donations at the register for local food bank partners until Dec. 31.
The second annual “A Little Holiday Happiness Is …” campaign is designed to provide relief for consumers this holiday season with the chance to win $1,000 in groceries from a choice of retailers.
Stop & Shop, a banner for Ahold Delhaize, was affected by the January product and labor shortages shortly after the winter holidays. Still, this Mount Kisco, N.Y., location used many effective merchandising strategies.
From Massachusetts to Georgia, Bowery’s vertically grown produce is now available through a newly expanded partnership with Amazon Fresh.
Stop & Shop, a banner for Ahold Delhaize, was affected by the January product and labor shortages shortly after the winter holidays. Still, this Mount Kisco, N.Y., location used many effective merchandising strategies.
Steve Statler, chief marketing officer and head of food safety with Wiliot, shares the benefits that artificial intelligence and machine learning can provide the produce industry, especially in traceability.
Aldi, Gelson’s and Hornbacher’s are the latest retailers to roll out Carrot Tags following a chainwide rollout at Schnucks earlier this year.
Thanksgiving is a holiday that consumers really focus on time and convenience, and they generally do not shop around at different stores. They will be looking to you to have the products they want and need.
Recent Shelby Report market data reveals the top retailers by market share in each region of the United States.
The new lettuce blend brings two best-sellers together for a mix of crispy and buttery textures, the company says.
The company says the flavor-packed kits are ideal for game day, fall entertaining or on-the-go holiday travel.
Over the next few weeks, a phased rollout will add digital tap-to-pay service to H-E-B stores.
Columnist Armand Lobato recalls how attending an industry gathering helped during a bleak time and reinforced why the camaraderie is beneficial to produce professionals.
Fusion, a business-to-business marketing agency for fresh food, says its recent consumer survey reveals high shopper satisfaction with self-checkout, as well as challenges that companies and retailers should address.
Grocery retailers can expect a healthy digital boost during the holiday shopping peak, according to a new survey.
Produce experts tell why it’s an outdated belief to sell bananas based on price alone, as the fruit is a category leader, no matter what.
The period presents a chance to meet an increased demand for produce as consumers anticipate their favorite seasonal dishes.
Sinking energy costs allowed year-over-year inflation to check in at a cool 2.4% in September, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
New data encourages grocers to enhance omnichannel experiences and address consumer pain points.
SpartanNash says the addition of Fresh Encounter Inc. will expand the company’s retail footprint by 33%.
The new kits — showcasing hummus, spicy cashew and Baja ranch flavors — will join the Dole refrigerated salad sets at supermarkets throughout North America by Nov. 1, the company says.
While some view produce specialists’ as “retail cops” looking for trouble during unannounced store visits, columnist Armand Lobato says their actual goal is to help produce managers and departments prosper.
Columnist Armand Lobato discusses when and why produce leaders need to be on the sales floor to ensure top-notch conditions.
The trend toward packaged produce that took hold during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic still is going strong among potato growers in the Red River Valley.
Along with convenience, consumers also crave excitement from packaged salad options.
The company said more than 200 markets in the mid-Atlantic will carry its Spring Leaf Mix, Green Lettuce Blend, Green Butter Lettuce, Red Lettuce Blend and Romaine Lettuce.
In its 10th annual report, the retailer names its top 10 food and beverage trends for 2025.
From budget-conscious shopping preferences to new and bold flavor discovery, Kroger’s trend predictions provide a look at what’s in store in the year ahead.
Multi-component fixtures complement traditional produce space with smart merchandising style, but the same old principles still apply when it comes to keeping them ready for customers, says columnist Armand Lobato.