The findings will be mined further at NGA’s Executive Conference, Oct. 20-22 in Chicago.
Category: National
Posted inNew Products, Center Store, National, Snacks Brands, Suppliers
Lay’s Rolling Out 5 Limited-Time Holiday Flavors
The first wave features Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes and Lay’s Roasted Holiday Turkey; a Dubai-style chip is planned for December.
Posted inAisle Watch, Association News, Center Store, National, Snacks Brands, Suppliers
Seasonal Occasions Drive 64 Percent Of Chocolate, Candy Sales: NCA
Confectioners and retailers may be able to gain more sales as younger generations develop their own traditions, like Galentine’s Day, Summerween and Friendsgiving.
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, National
FMI Adds 17 Leaders To Board Of Directors
FMI says the additions bolster its representation of regional and national grocery operators and national brands.
Posted inGrocery Research, Finance News, Independent Store News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, National
Grocery Prices Dip 0.1 Percent In September As Gas Pushes Inflation Higher
Grocery prices fell 0.1 percent in September and are up 1.8 percent over the year, while gasoline pushed overall inflation to 3.7 percent.
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Feature, Featured News, Grocery Research, National, News
Private Brands Move Into Mainstream, Driving Deeper Into Shopping Basket
Thirty-nine percent of those surveyed viewed private brands and national brands as interchangeable.
Posted inGrocers Give, Association News, National
In This Week’s Spotlight: Food Lion, Harris Teeter, Natural Grocers, MN Grocers Association
This week’s commitments range from a $1M Meals on Wheels pledge to World Food Day campaigns and holiday round-ups.
Posted inAssociation News, Grocery Research, National, News
NGA, NIQ Partner On Consumer Insights Toolkit, Student Competition For Independent Grocers
The toolkit will connect NGA members with NIQ subject matter experts on data, analytics and consumer trends.
Posted inNational, Association News, Independent Store News
NGA Show 2027 Schedule Puts AI, Food Safety And Succession Planning On The Agenda
The NGA Show 2027 schedule is live, with sessions on AI, food safety and succession planning Jan. 31 to Feb. 2 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Featured News, Grocery Research, National
U.S. E-Grocery Sales Climb 21% In Q3, Capture Record Share
The share of U.S. households that have ever bought groceries online ended the quarter at 81 percent.
Posted inBeverage News, Health & Wellness, National, Suppliers
Timberlake, Biel Join Protein Soda Brand Proda As Co-Founders
The goal is to take Proda into grocery, club and direct-to-consumer channels nationwide.
Posted inC-Store News, Association News, National
NACS Show Attendance Tops 25,000 For Third Consecutive Year
The attendee count was up by more than 400 vs. last year and the second-highest total in the show’s history.
Posted inPharmacy, Health & Wellness, Marketing News, National, Suppliers
Bayer To Relaunch Alka-Seltzer Plus As Alka-Seltzer Cold
In addition to the new name, the company said it is offering lower-priced entry sizes.
Posted inMarketing News, Aldi, Lidl, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, National, Suppliers
Grocers Roll Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals As Butterball Survey Shows Traditions Holding Firm
Butterball found that consumers are most looking forward to spending time with family, followed by the food and relaxing.
Posted inSnacks Brands, Marketing News, Merchandising News, National, Suppliers
M&M’s, Marvel Team Up For Limited-Edition Mash-Up Packs
The packs feature the M&M’s Spokescandies dressed as Marvel characters.
Posted inGrocery Research, Featured News, National, Private Label Brands
The Grocery Trip Starts Long Before Shoppers Enter The Store
Many consumers are pre-planning their trips with activities like reviewing promotions, comparing prices among retailers, checking loyalty offers and considering a private label alternative.
Posted inProduce News, Association News, Featured News, Health & Wellness, National, Supply Chain News, Sustainability News
IFPA’s Burns Calls For Collective Action In State Of Industry Keynote
“The future of fresh will not be shaped by one company, one country or one idea. It will be shaped by all of us,” she said.
Posted inBakery News, National, New Products
Sara Lee, Mike’s Hot Honey Team Up On Limited-Time Half Loaf For The Bread Aisle
Bimbo Bakeries USA’s Sara Lee brand partners with Mike’s Hot Honey on a limited-time 12-ounce half loaf at a $2.69 SRP, now shipping to grocery retailers nationwide.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Corporate Store News, National
Sprouts Farmers Market Joins Shipt Marketplace For Same-Day Delivery
Shipt is offering eligible new members four months of membership at 99 cents per month, which the company said is a first.
Posted inMarketing News, Aisle Watch, Center Store, National, Suppliers
Kraft Natural Cheese Teases New Flavors With Clip-On ‘Pocket Parm’
The miniature version, offered in L.A. and Orlando, offers a taste of three new flavors ahead of their full-size nationwide debut in January.