Traceback Times Two: Consumer Marketing a Growing Part of Product Traceback Programs
Traceback has been part of the modern food industry’s lexicon since the big recalls of the late 1990s. read more Supermarket News
Author: R. Daneel Olivaw
On the Horizon: SN Interviews Ron Midyett
SAN DIEGO — From May 14-16 this sunny city will host produce suppliers, growers and retailers at the 2013 United Fresh Produce Association conference. read more Supermarket News
Beckers’ Exit May Signal New Strategy
BRUSSELS — Analysts last week said the retirement of longtime Delhaize Group President and Chief Executive Officer Pierre-Olivier Beckers might portend structural changes at Delhaize. read more Supermarket News
Whole Health News Roundup: Non-GMO Certification
Environmental advocates were successfully able to put the cap on bottled water sales for several years as part of their campaigns against plastic. read more Supermarket News
Finnigan Joins AG New England
PEMBROKE, N.H. — Associated Grocers of New England here said Monday it has hired Joe Finnigan as retail pricing manager. read more Supermarket News
Wal-Mart Files Suit Against UFCW, Others
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Wal-Mart Stores here has reportedly filed a lawsuit against the United Food and Commercial Workers Union and an affiliated group, charging disorderly conduct in Los Angeles-area protests … Continue Reading →
Sen. Blumenthal Urges Speedy Review of Arsenic Guidelines
WASHINGTON — Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), who recently urged energy drink makers to stop marketing to children, is now imploring the Office of Management and Budget to swiftly review guidelines … Continue Reading →
How to Spot the Difference Between Fads and Trends
Trends rise slowly, whereas fads spike—and die out— quickly. Industry Voices read more Supermarket News
May 13, 2013: Specialty Food Growth Outpaces Mainstream
Mediterranean cuisine, locally produced fare and products emphasizing purity stand out among specialties, according to the 2013 State of the Specialty Food Industry report. read more Supermarket News
Big Y Announces New Cake Designs
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Big Y Foods will debut a new line of cake decorations on May 16, the retailer announced on its Facebook page. read more Supermarket News