Fresh food
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Seafood sales are a gateway to bigger baskets, FMI reports
The category may not generate as much in sales as produce and meat departments, but it taps into an affluent customer base that spends more and shops more frequently.
By Krishna Thakker • March 20, 2019 -
Farmers markets see an uptick in closures
Oversaturation and stiff competition from specialty grocers and supermarkets have played a role, though demand for local products remains high.
By Krishna Thakker • March 19, 2019 -
ColumnPardon the Disruption: Amazon's private label odyssey
All signs point to the e-commerce giant gearing up for a major push in own brand groceries.
By Jeff Wells • March 15, 2019 -
Nearly 100M Americans still want to try meal kits, report says
While the large number of consumers who have never tried one points to a market companies could tap into, major players like Blue Apron have struggled to find success.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 14, 2019 -
GMO salmon gets FDA green light to be sold in the US
Will there be consumer or retailer backlash when AquaBounty Technologies starts growing and harvesting its AquAdvantage Salmon at a facility in Indiana?
By Cathy Siegner • March 12, 2019 -
Aldi store brands dominate BrandSpark awards
More than 10,000 consumers voted the discounter's private label tops in categories like salad bowls, hummus and kid snacks.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 11, 2019 -
From CBD to plant based: 4 trends that dominated Expo West in 2019
The five-day conference in California featured thousands of new products and panel discussions on what’s next for retailers and suppliers.
By Lillianna Byington • March 11, 2019 -
Millennials turn away from traditional produce departments
Supermarkets capture about half of all produce sales, but alternative channels are drawing shoppers who seek fresh, local and convenient items.
By Lauren Manning • March 08, 2019 -
Grow ahead: Distributor partners with hydroponic farming startup
Gordon Food Service has joined Square Roots to place small indoor farms close to its distribution centers and grocery stores.
By Jessica Dumont • March 07, 2019 -
In-store meal kits are driving sector growth, Nielsen says
Retailers introduced 187 new meal kit items last year, while 2.2 million more U.S. households bought selections from their local grocer.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 06, 2019 -
FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb resigns
The commissioner, who moved forward with initiatives already in progress and on the horizon, is leaving in a month to spend more time with his family.
By Megan Poinski • March 06, 2019 -
How to optimize meat and poultry trends to drive sales
The "Power of Meat 2019" report found shifting consumer habits are influencing purchasing decisions across all retail departments, with a focus on convenience and animal welfare.
By Cathy Siegner • March 04, 2019 -
Deep DiveTo thrive in retail, Target needs to boost its grocery business
The company's food and beverage segment has struggled in the past and still seems to be a work in progress, analysts say.
By Jessica Dumont • UPDATED: March 5, 2019 at 9:58 a.m. -
Produce Marketing Association takes the stage at SXSW
The organization's second year at the festival will include panel discussions and an experiential component featuring live music and produce displays.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 01, 2019 -
Shoppers are looking for 'healthy swaps'
Jackfruit burgers and cauliflower crust pizza are just a few of the better-for-you substitutions that more consumers are making, according to Nielsen.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Feb. 28, 2019 -
Study: Dollar stores' produce quality matches supermarkets
Although these budget retailers don't have a reputation for freshness, they're adding more fruits and vegetables in an effort to drive regular traffic.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Feb. 28, 2019 -
Fresh Thyme flourishes in the Midwest
Despite battling both mainstream competitors and other natural grocers, the company is making strides in a crowded segment where fresh food and low prices prevail.
By Lauren Manning • Feb. 27, 2019 -
BrightFarms plans three new greenhouses
The packaged salad company will expand along the East Coast as it opens sustainable greenhouses in Massachusetts, New York and North Carolina.
By Lauren Manning • Feb. 26, 2019 -
Price and rewards are crucial to Gen Zers and young millennials
The primary way younger shoppers learn about new brands is from friends and family, beating Google, social media, Amazon, retail stores and television, per a new survey from Swift Prepaid Solutions.
By Corinne Ruff • Feb. 26, 2019 -
Produce sales totaled $60.8B last year
The latest findings from the United Fresh Produce Association show that fresh fruits and vegetables had lower sales gains than any other perishable department in 2018.
By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 26, 2019 -
Amazon launches private label milk
New Happy Belly brand dairy products, including half-and-half and lactose-free milk, are the first such offerings made by the e-commerce company, according to TJI Research.
By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 25, 2019 -
SponsoredGetSwift's farm-to-table, scheduling tech deals solidify its last-mile offering
As more companies look to improve their delivery operations, they have found that they also need staffing solutions such as scheduling to go along with it.
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Delivery mobile app market to hit $16.6B in 2023, report says
Allied Market Research predicts that the global segment is expected to grow at an annual rate of close to 30%, driven by rising internet penetration, standard of living and mobile usage.
By Alicia Kelso • Feb. 20, 2019 -
Costco explores farming prospects in Hawaii
Setting up shop on the island state would help the retailer cut down on import costs while providing a greater range of local food products, but farmers may not welcome corporate-scale competition.
By Lauren Manning • Feb. 19, 2019 -
Insurance company pilots meal delivery program
Blue Cross Blue Shield hopes to take the guesswork and obstacles out of using food as medicine, as well as help tackle the accessibility of healthy food.
By Lauren Manning • Feb. 19, 2019
