International market settles in to Des Moines
C Fresh Market — an independent grocer located in the Riverbend neighborhood of Des Moines, Iowa — specializes in meeting the needs of its diverse surrounding community. “We’re not a … Continue Reading →
Author: R. Daneel Olivaw
Aldi tests gluten-free line
Discount grocer Aldi is testing a private label gluten-free line. All Aldi stores started carrying 16 “LiveGfree” shelf-stable and frozen items this month. Price points range from $ 1.29 to … Continue Reading →
Walgreens: digital coupons, receipts a success
Shoppers are embracing Walgreens’ newly launched paperless coupons and digital receipts. read more Supermarket News
FMI Connect breaks new ground in a familiar venue
FMI Connect breaks new ground in a familiar venue. The Food Marketing Institute is returning to familiar ground as it switches back to an every-year schedule for its major trade … Continue Reading →
Time to engage with digital, says Bishop at PSU Forum
Supermarket operators need to join the digital conversation immediately “because it’s happening whether you’re there or not,” Bill Bishop told the 2014 Executive Forum sponsored by Portland State University. read … Continue Reading →
Kerry opens new center in South Africa
Kerry, the global ingredients, flavors, and consumer foods group, has opened a new Kerry Regional Development & Application Center in Durban, South Africa. IFT Daily News
Novel Ingredient Services receives ISO certification
Novel Ingredient Services has been assessed and certified as meeting the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 for the supply and processing of botanical and nutraceutical raw materials for the dietary supplement, … Continue Reading →
Candy grows up with unique flavors
In an effort to court adults, manufacturers are churning out exotic flavor options for retailers. read more Supermarket News
CPI for meat rose 2.9% in April
According to the U.S. Dept. of Labor’s Consumer Price Index (CPI), April’s food index rose 0.4% for the third month in a row, as the index for meats rose sharply. … Continue Reading →
Whole Foods goes ‘radical’ in face of big challenges
The nation’s largest natural foods retailer just drew skepticism after lowering financial projections in the wake of unprecedented levels of competition and stepped up price investments. Viewpoints read more Supermarket … Continue Reading →