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Whole Foods Predicts 2020 Food Trends

Whole Foods Predicts 2020 Food Trends

Retailer says foods from West Africa and regenerative agriculture are 2 of 10 predictions

Building with Beer

Building with Beer

Beer transactions have a tremendous impact on overall sales growth, no matter the retail channel. Understanding the latest industry statistics and marketing trends is a key to driving new revenue. Discover how you can grow your business through beer sales in this informative 7-part video series brought to you by MillerCoors™.

Sustainable Biobased Produce Packaging

Jennifer Lopez, Alex Rodriguez Enter the Frozen Foods Aisle at Walmart

Jennifer Lopez, Alex Rodriguez Enter the Frozen Foods Aisle at Walmart

New meals through partnership with Tiller & Hatch Supply Co.

Grocery Innovation as a Path to Growth

Grocery Innovation As a Path to Growth

Retailers can no longer expect success simply by serving as CPG-supplied ingredient warehouses

Rao’s Soups

Authentic varieties come in clear glass jars

Independent Grocer Sendik's Opens Renovated Store

Independent Grocer Sendik's Unveils Remodeled Store

$5 million upgrade includes grill station, espresso bar and home store

Product Of The Year

Bolstered by a robust survey of 40,000 consumers, the annual Product of the Year awards consistently drive sales and educate your shoppers. Discover Product of the Year’s drawing power when you view our latest infographic.

Atkins Endulge® Peppermint Patties

Treat suited to low carb lifestyle

Kroger Changes Date Labels for Private Brands

Kroger Changes Date Labels for Private Brands

Standardization aims to help reduce household food waste

Aqua Star Cutting Board Meal Kits

Flavor-forward options focus on healthy choices

Loacker Duality Chocolate Bar

Confection combines flavor profiles with crunchy wafers

Developing Creative Ways to Cross Merchandise

Developing Creative Ways to Cross Merchandise

Grouping complementary products at retail is key to lifting sales and shopper satisfaction

GreenWay Markets Makes its Debut

GreenWay Markets Makes its Debut

Allegiance banner carries popular private brand throughout store

100% Sustainable Regal Springs Panko Fillets

Easy-to-prepare, versatile product taps into growing trend

The Fresh Market Names Dan Portnoy Chief Merchandising Officer

35 years of food retail merchandising and marketing experience

Serendipity Sundae Cups

Serendipity Sundae Cups

Frozen novelty product line leverages famed restaurant’s flavors

Whole Foods Store to Feature 'Robotic Barista'

Whole Foods Store to Feature 'Robotic Barista'

Houston-Midtown location marks Briggo’s grocery debut

How Instacart Has Outsmarted Amazon

Online grocery company is gobbling up market share with help from Publix, Costco and Kroger

Grocers Need to Address the Needs of Aging Pets

Grocers Need to Address the Needs of Aging Pets

The nation has a growing contingent of pets living longer lives

Ni Armor’s Sweet BBQ Marinade & Dipping Sauce

Great for any type of meat and style of cooking

Schnucks to End Tobacco Sales

Smoking products ‘contradict our core mission,’ CEO says

The Vitamin Shoppe Redefines Wellness Retail

Retailer launches innovative format in New Jersey focused on next-gen health care

Giant free turkey

Giant Food Stores Lets Shoppers Earn Turkey and Trimmings

New rewards program enables participants to redeem points for free bird and more

The Pioneer Woman Frozen Food Line Additions

The Pioneer Woman Frozen Food Line Additions

Home-style breakfast foods, sides and appetizers round out offering

H-E-B Opens 1st Grocery in a Mixed-Use Development

H-E-B Opens 1st Grocery in Mixed-Use Development

Location received gold-level award from EPA's GreenChill Partnership