Fresh Food: Page 2

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    Inflation continues to drive private label growth

    Gen Z and millennial shoppers are particularly interested in store brands as they seek out both value and quality, per a Circana study.

    By Howard Ruben • March 4, 2025
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    USDA to implement $1B strategy to lower egg prices, curb bird flu

    The five-pronged plan, which includes vaccine research and temporary import options, comes after the agency was hit hard by sweeping government layoffs. 

    By • March 4, 2025
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    FDA delays crackdown on which foods can be labeled ‘healthy’

    The rule would prevent many cereal and yogurt products from making nutrition claims and allow nuts, oils and certain seafood to bear the label for the first time.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • March 3, 2025
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    Canada and Mexico tariffs will take effect March 4, Trump confirms

    The president will also impose an additional 10% import tax on China next week and hinted at plans to soon levy 25% duties on the European Union.

    By Philip Neuffer • Feb. 27, 2025
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    Consumer sentiment slumps on fears tariffs will fuel inflation

    Shoppers are “clearly bracing for a resurgence in inflation,” said Joanne Hsu, director of the University of Michigan’s Surveys of Consumers.

    By Jim Tyson • Feb. 25, 2025
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    Consumer confusion holds back sales of natural and organic products, research finds

    Three-quarters of Acosta survey respondents said they recently bought at least one natural or organic item, but 40% think the terms mean the same thing.

    By • Feb. 21, 2025
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    The Friday Checkout: Are major changes coming to SNAP?

    The food assistance program faces potential funding cuts and changes to the list of eligible items. Should grocers be worried?

    By Grocery Dive Staff • Feb. 21, 2025
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    Walmart credits grocery as a ‘standout category’ fueling earnings

    The retailer also saw significant gains in e-commerce during its latest quarter as U.S. sales for the channel increased 20%.

    By , • Updated Feb. 20, 2025
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    Independent grocers face ‘significant financial losses’ amid egg shortages, NGA says

    State regulators should waive minimum egg stocking requirements for retailers that serve WIC customers, the trade group said in a letter to the USDA secretary.

    By • Feb. 20, 2025
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    How grocers can stay on top with consumers in online shopping

    Traditional grocers beat mass retailers and dollar stores when it comes to customer satisfaction. But they need to improve transparency and better connect with younger demographics, according to The Feedback Group.

    By • Feb. 19, 2025
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    Inside the Store: Aldi brings a fresh look to the nation’s capital

    The discounter’s latest store in Washington, D.C., wants to win shoppers’ hearts with sustainability and healthy food alongside its beloved “Aldi Finds” section and low prices.

    By • Feb. 13, 2025
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    The Friday Checkout: How grocers are scoring with shoppers for Super Bowl LIX

    Though mass retailers like Walmart have intercepted consumers’ shopping when it comes to the big game, supermarkets still have an opportunity to win.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • Updated Feb. 7, 2025
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    Grocers face challenges as tariff situation remains fluid

    A central issue for retailers is that shoppers are unlikely to distinguish between levies on imported goods and other factors that could affect prices, one food economist said.

    By • Updated Feb. 4, 2025
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    Grocery spending holds steady as people devote money to other priorities

    The typical consumer spent 6.6% of their income on food in 2024, the same level as in 2019, according to Kearney’s latest Consumer Stress Index.

    By • Feb. 3, 2025
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    What’s ahead for grocers in 2025?

    As consumers continue to worry about food prices, retailers will be focused on battling discounters, sharpening their value propositions and keeping up with evolving health and wellness needs.

    By • Jan. 31, 2025
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    Giant Food expands price reductions to more products

    After lowering the cost of private label items for the last nine months, the chain said it is now doing the same for store- and name-brand perishables.

    By • Jan. 29, 2025
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    Egg prices could break more records in 2025

    The USDA expects consumer costs to rise another 20% this year as bird flu devastates commercial flocks.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 29, 2025
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    Whole Foods unveils new Seafood Code of Conduct

    The policy strengthens labor protections across the entire seafood supply chain and applies to all forms of seafood products the retailer sells, including sushi.

    By • Jan. 29, 2025
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    Dollar General ramps up grocery private label

    More than half of the roughly 100 new items set to hit shelves early this year will be under the discounter's Clover Valley brand.

    By • Jan. 27, 2025
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    How grocers can prepare for food traceability requirements coming in early 2026

    Retailers have less than a year to get their supply chains ready, yet challenges and confusion remain. 

    By • Jan. 24, 2025
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    Trump orders trade review ahead of potential tariffs

    Federal agencies have until April 1 to give recommendations on trade pacts with Mexico, Canada and China.

    By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 21, 2025
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    Private label sales hit record in 2024

    Store brand sales increased nearly 4% to $271 billion, according to a new report.

    By • Jan. 21, 2025
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    Why an independent grocer is holding the line on egg prices

    Connecticut supermarket chain LaBonne’s Markets sees the ongoing egg shortage as an opportunity to demonstrate to shoppers that it is focused on helping them afford groceries, CEO Bob LaBonne Jr. said.

    By • Jan. 16, 2025
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    How grocers can tackle food accessibility challenges

    As retailers look to appeal to people in underserved areas, industry leaders recently weighed in on key issues, from improving operations to reaching SNAP shoppers.

    By • Jan. 13, 2025
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    How grocers can appeal to consumers taking GLP-1s

    As usage of the medications increases, Circana research indicates deli and produce could be bright spots for spending.

    By • Jan. 9, 2025