Supervalu Posts Q2 Loss, Rethinks Price Investments
MINNEAPOLIS — Supervalu here said Thursday that it recorded a loss of $ 111 million in the fiscal second quarter on a 4.6% decline in sales, to $ 8 billion. … Continue Reading →
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USDA Survey Reveals Extent of Big Organic
If part of the consumer appeal is connecting with small farmers — an idyllic image Big Organic is quick to capitalize on — maybe it’s time we took a closer … Continue Reading →
Beverage groups sue NYC over sugary drink ban
According to Reuters, soft drink makers and a restaurant group filed a lawsuit on Oct. 12, seeking to block New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s upcoming ban on large sugary drinks. … Continue Reading →
Developing gluten, lactose-free white sauces
Consumers are increasingly demanding the development of ready-to-eat gluten and lactose-free food products that meet their needs and help improve their health. IFT Daily News
Lots of carbs, sugar may raise risk of cognitive impairment
A study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease shows that people aged 70+ who eat food high in carbohydrates may have nearly four times the risk of developing mild … Continue Reading →
Whole Foods Plans Harlem Store
AUSTIN, Texas — Whole Foods Market here said it will plant its banner in New York City’s Harlem neighborhood, with a 39,000-square foot store on 125th Street and Lennox Avenue … Continue Reading →
Americans are somewhat or slightly concerned about food safety
Even with frequent food safety outbreaks and recalls, concern levels about the safety of the U.S. food supply remain relatively constant with temporary spikes when news of an outbreak occurs, … Continue Reading →
Plastics Recycling Resources Available
WASHINGTON — The Association of Postconsumer Plastics Recyclers (APR) has announced the availability of online resources created to help grocery chains recycle more of the plastic containers they use and … Continue Reading →
IFF to invest $50 M in Turkey flavors facility
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., a global creator of flavors and fragrances for consumer products, plans to invest more than $ 50 million in its existing flavors facility in Gebze, … Continue Reading →
Retailers Confident of Data Security: Report
LONDON — Despite tight budgets stalling retail and consumer executives from updating data security programs, many remain confident in their security practices, according to a new report from PwC here. … Continue Reading →