Untapped growth opportunities exist within Asian American, African American and Latino demographics, according to experts who presented during last week’s Nielsen webinar “Demystifying Multicultural Consumers.” read more Supermarket News
The first location of the natural and organic startup Fresh Thyme Farmers Market opened its doors in Mount Prospect, Ill., on April 23. read more Supermarket News
One-third of consumers — compared with less than one-quarter in 2013 — said they would pay 10% more for local food, according to a recent survey from A.T. Kearney. read … Continue Reading →
The Joint Industry Coupon Committee is soliciting industry comments on its intent to retire the use of UPC barcodes on all coupons used in North America by June 30, 2015. … Continue Reading →
Supermarket News is conducting its 11th annual survey of center store performance with the objective of developing an industry-wide snapshot of the challenges and opportunities facing this anchor department, with … Continue Reading →
Sales and profits at Ingles Markets during the fiscal second quarter “rebounded nicely” from a slow start to the year, officials of the retailer said. read more Supermarket News
Still reeling from aftereffects of a data breach and a disappointing start to its international expansion, Target Corp. on Monday said it has parted ways with Gregg Steinhafel, its president, … Continue Reading →
The Grocery Manufacturers Association will honor retired Walmart president and CEO Mike Duke with the 2014 GMA Hall of Achievement Award, the organization’s highest honor, at its Leadership Forum on … Continue Reading →
Supermarket News and the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) will partner to provide news coverage of FMI Connect 2014, set for June 9 to 13 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. read more … Continue Reading →
With Marker-assisted selection plant breeders are able to locate seedlings with the most promising and most desirable traits. Grow them, and get rid of the rest. read more Supermarket News
