Butterball found that consumers are most looking forward to spending time with family, followed by the food and relaxing.
Category: National
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.
Posted inInternational Foods, Deli News, National, News, Organic Natural, Store News, Suppliers
Mezete Expands U.S. Distribution With Several Grocers
New placements include Hy-Vee, Giant Eagle’s Market District, Heinen’s, Market of Choice, Earth Fare and Associated Food Stores.
Posted inMarketing News, Center Store, National, Suppliers
Krusteaz Debuts Pancake Pause Box To Promote Phone-Free Breakfasts
Available exclusively online, each box comes with a year’s worth of Krusteaz Buttermilk Complete Pancake Mix.
Expert Article
Non-Food For Thought: Owning The Holiday Occasion
By Craig Grayson, Vice President Merchandising & Marketing, Imperial Distributors Inc. The holiday season has evolved beyond a defined period of gift buying, decorating and seasonal shopping. For today’s consumer, it is a series of interconnected occasions (entertaining, gifting, baking, decorating, celebrating and preparing for family and friends), all taking place against a backdrop of […]
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Wonderful Pistachios’ 2nd Josh Allen Campaign Debuts Oct. 12
Allen’s family owns a farm that grows pistachios that are sold to Wonderful Pistachios.
Posted inGrocery Research, Aisle Watch, Food Service News, National
Datassential Predicts 2027 Food, Flavor And Beverage Trends
Ten trends Datassential flagged early have graduated to mainstream must-haves, including whipped feta, chili crisp, sticky toffee pudding, hibiscus and dirty soda.
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Weekly Giving Report Features Market Street, Publix, Aldi, Weis Markets, Food Lion
This week’s roundup spans hunger relief, sustainable seafood, debt-free education and support for paralyzed veterans.
Posted inAssociation News, C-Store News, National
NACS Board Approves ‘Advancing Convenience 2030’ Strategic Plan
The association aims to become “the platform that powers convenience and fuel retailing.”
Posted inC-Store News, Frozen Food, National, News, Suppliers
Wells Unveils Expanded Frozen Novelty Portfolio At NACS Show
The company said the “differentiated innovation lineup” should spark impulse purchases and drive incremental sales for c-stores.
Posted inBakery News, National, Suppliers
Bauducco, Skippy Team Up On Peanut Butter Chocottone For Holidays
The collaboration brings the popular peanut butter-and-chocolate pairing to the Italian-style sweet loaf.
Posted inGrocery Research, Featured News, National, News
Axonify: Shoppers Less Forgiving Of Poor In-Store Experience As Prices Climb
Households earning less than $50K were the most concerned about grocery prices, yet 47 percent said they would pay somewhat more for a noticeably better experience.
Posted inAssociation News, Featured News, Independent Store News, National
Pompeo To Deliver Opening Keynote At The NGA Show 2027
Leadership, economic policy, global affairs and the challenges facing organizations in an interconnected world will be among the keynote topics.
Posted inPerishables, Deli News, National, New Products, Suppliers
Bob Evans Rolls Out Refrigerated Protein Mac And Cheese
Company adds protein to category where consumers already turn for “comfort and convenience.”
Posted inFood Service News, Association News, Deli News, Featured News, Grocery Research, National
FMI: Grocers Should Position Prepared Foods As Building Blocks
David Haaf: “The opportunity for food retailers is to reframe their foodservice department as a go-to resource.”