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Ready-to-serve canned soups have shifted into high gear, propelled by a high-octane mix of new consumer choices.

A high-flyer of the Nineties, the chain has been stung by competition, the economy, and its own acquisitions. Now it's focusing on business fundamentals to revitalize its top and bottom lines.

Innovative promotions and merchandising ideas can help grocers teach shoppers to look to the supermarket first for new movies and old favorites.

Complying with the looming country-of-origin labeling regulations will require careful attention and serious effort from retailers.

New products, packaging, promotions, the organic movement, and the Internet are keeping children's cereals from getting soggy.

CINCINNATI - The Kroger Co., known for its efforts in merchandising organics, on Monday announced the official national launch of Naturally Preferred, its own brand of premium-quality natural and organic products now available to all of the company's nearly 2,500 stores.

Prodding from Wal-Mart helped resolve a bitter feud over the composition of produce containers and move the industry toward the efficiency of a common footprint.

Starting to wonder if the only direction cash flows is out? Consider some expert advice for trimming costs in half a dozen areas.