Some Relief Expected for Protein Prices
As a result of more affordable feed, it will be a whole lot cheaper to raise livestock. Viewpoints read more Supermarket News
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Change for a Dollar: Slowing Growth for Dollar Stores Sparks Merger Speculation
With an entire coast still to populate, and stores meeting a growing shopper demand for value and convenience, there’s still plenty of opportunity for the dollar store channel to grow. … Continue Reading →
Shell Game: Egg Category Enjoys Grade AA Growth
Egg category sales stay strong, with shoppers giving more attention to protein as well as specialty eggs. read more Supermarket News
Fresh & Easy Ramps Up Marketing Amid Sale Effort
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — A rash of promotional activity by Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market since parent company Tesco announced in April it is seeking a buyer for the chain … Continue Reading →
Independents Post Sales, Profit Gains
ARLINGTON, Va. — Sales and profits improved for independent supermarket operators in 2012, according to a report from National Grocers Association here. read more Supermarket News
3 Ways Retailers Can Use ‘Tweet Chats’
A “tweet chat” is a new type of social media activity that has potential to help retailers form closer relationships with their shopper social media community. SN Social read more … Continue Reading →
Bi-Lo Said to Eye IPO
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Bi-Lo Holdings here may be planning an initial public offering later this year, according to reports on Tuesday. read more Supermarket News
Lowes Foods to Close 2 N.C. Stores
HICKORY, N.C. — Lowes Foods said it would close two stores in North Carolina’s Triangle region next month. read more Supermarket News
For sale 2 complete grocery stores in Washington State
Are you interested in purchasing a grocery store? Click here to learn about this opportunity! read more Supermarket News
Parents Get Head Start on BTS
WASHINGTON — Americans with school-age children have taken advantage of early back-to-school promotions, with the average having made more than half (52.1%) of their purchases thus far, according to the … Continue Reading →