Fresh Food: Page 17
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Grocery prices soar 10.8% as inflation remains high
In April, food-at-home prices saw the largest 12-month increase since November 1980, according to Consumer Price Index data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics on Wednesday.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 11, 2022 -
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Consumers likely to 'trade down' to chicken as beef prices soar: report
A recent CoBank analysis found that poultry stands to benefit from more expensive red meat, despite facing high feed costs and a bird flu outbreak.
By Chris Casey • May 3, 2022 -
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Aisles Abroad: How a Chinese e-grocer is delivering fresh foods fast in the world's most competitive grocery market
Beijing-based Missfresh has built a robust business in China's largest cities that relies on state-of-the-art dark stores and AI forecasting, but faces a challenging path as it looks to make money.
By Sam Silverstein • May 2, 2022 -
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Sponsored by True Aussie Beef & LambMeat case sales sizzle this summer with grassfed beef
Grassfed beef sales are set to sizzle this summer grilling season. Here's how to get your share of the growth.
April 25, 2022 -
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How online grocers are ramping food waste reduction efforts
Getir has teamed with tech provider Copia on finding nonprofits to donate surplus food to, while Farmstead is reminding customers which items from their order to consume first.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • April 14, 2022 -
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Grocery prices increase 10% as inflation continues to rise
Food and energy costs pushed inflation up 8.5% on an annual basis, setting a new 40-year high as consumers feel the pinch.
By Jeff Wells • April 12, 2022 -
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Indoor farming to reach $155B by 2026: PitchBook
The space could see a more than 14% growth rate, driven by enthusiasm for the sustainability pitch of players like Bowery Farming and Upward Farms, a new report finds.
By Samantha Oller • April 4, 2022 -
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Albertsons starts accepting supplemental benefits
The grocer now lets customers use pre-paid cards funded by Medicare Advantage plans, employer incentives, healthcare providers or local governments to buy over-the-counter medications and fresh produce.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 31, 2022 -
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Regional chains announce new sustainability initiatives
New Seasons Market is switching to more eco-friendly packaging for its private label line of fresh pasta, while Meijer will hold its first supplier summit focused on sustainability in late June.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 30, 2022 -
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URB-E partners with indoor farming startup to deliver locally grown produce in NYC
The company is using containers propelled by electric bicycles to transport greens grown by Square Roots to retailers.
By Sam Silverstein • March 25, 2022 -
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Dollar General bulks up on perishables in Q4 as overall comps wilt
Sales penetration across the discount retailer's frozen and refrigerated categories has grown to 9%, driven by its DG Fresh self-distribution initiative.
By Sam Silverstein • March 18, 2022 -
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Gopuff names new head of Kitchen division
Amelia Riba brings international experience to the role, having previously served as chief brand officer for Pizza Hut in Europe and Latin America.
By Jeff Wells • March 18, 2022 -
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Amazon Fresh launches plant-based private label line
The new collection includes 15 products at launch, and continues a private label explosion for the budding grocery chain.
By Jeff Wells • March 16, 2022 -
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OpinionWhen inflation runs high, fresh should be a strategic focus
Customers are still prioritizing fresh purchases, but retailers risk losing price-sensitive shoppers entirely when their key value items are no longer affordable, writes Ann Azzopardi of Symphony RetailAI.
By Ann Azzopardi • March 15, 2022 -
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Supermarkets slip as shoppers' primary stores for meat
Inflation drove meat department sales to a record high in 2021 but also prompted many people to switch to more value-oriented channels.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 14, 2022 -
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Grocery prices jump 8.6% as inflation soars even higher
The federal government's food-at-home Consumer Price Index accelerated in February at its quickest pace since 1981, putting even more strain on consumers' wallets.
By Sam Silverstein • March 10, 2022 -
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ColumnPardon the Disruption: Has supply chain disruption taught grocers to tame their assortments?
Companies are starting to see the benefits of a streamlined product selection as they confront an age-old industry problem.
By Jeff Wells • March 9, 2022 -
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Amid inflation, price plays a bigger role in the produce aisle
Price is now on par with factors like appearance and quality when it comes to purchasing decisions for fruits and vegetables, according to the Food Industry Association.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 9, 2022 -
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UNFI revamps Wild Harvest private label brand with updated look and new products
The company is adding plant-based proteins and also plans to expand the assortment of produce it sells under the organic-focused brand, UNFI Chief Marketing Officer Amanda Helming said.
By Sam Silverstein • March 8, 2022 -
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Sponsored by True Aussie LambLamb sales growth is outpacing the meat case – how to get your share
Three easy steps to get a "leg up" with lamb in the meat case.
Feb. 22, 2022 -
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Meijer energizes avocado sales with focus on consistency
The company recently kicked off a pilot program designed to control the ripening process and offer the fruit in two standard sizes.
By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 14, 2022 -
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FMI: 5 ways grocers can do more to reduce food waste
Expanding donations of surplus food, developing a composting strategy and standardizing expiration package labeling are some of the opportunities the trade group outlined.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 14, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Alaska Seafood Marketing InstituteDriving seafood sales with home cooking hacks
Offering seafood recipes that are easy to make or healthy are two of the top motivators for purchasing seafood in the grocery store.
Feb. 14, 2022 -
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Grocery prices rise sharply as inflation hits new 40-year high
The food-at-home price index rose 7.4% over the past year, with prices across five out of six major grocery categories going up, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
By Jeff Wells • Feb. 10, 2022 -
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Stop & Shop takes on food insecurity with 'prescribed' prepaid debit cards
The Ahold Delhaize banner has joined a program run by Boston-based nonprofit About Fresh that gives people funds to purchase fresh produce.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 28, 2022
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