Research & Analysis

NORTHBROOK, Ill. - Industry leaders will share their insights on the future of the low-carbohydrate trend at an upcoming conference sponsored by the Low Carb Manufacturers Alliance (LCMA), a new organization created for major brands servicing the low-carb lifestyle. The event, which co-sponsored by Progressive Grocer, will be held April 13 in Rosemont, Ill.

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. - Despite the recent discovery of a case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in Washington state, consumers who gave up beef temporarily may be grilling steaks again this summer, according to results of a new study.

WASHINGTON - The Bush administration today proposed funding of $441 million for programs to fight mad cow disease, bioterrorism and other threats to U.S. food security, Reuters reports.

PLEASANTON, Calif. - After launching its online service nearly two years ago, Safeway.com is on track to open additional stores for order fulfillment in the greater Bay Area as its customer demand continues to grow.

Undaunted by today's intense competition, a number of creative independent operators are thriving on their innovation and their imagination.

As grocers explore unique cross-promotions and the power of licensed properties, toys are finding their way into every aisle of the supermarket.

As the low-carb/high-protein craze continues, the sausage industry is smoking with new flavors and convenient products to augment continued category growth.

Look for low-carb cocktails and packaging advances to re-energize the juice aisle in 2004.