Village Cites Competitive Pressures in Q3
SPRINGFIELD, N.J. — Village Super Market here said Tuesday that price investments held down profit growth in the fiscal third quarter, despite sales gains. read more Supermarket News
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Retailers Raise the Curtain on Prepared Food Theater
Grilling outside and in, firing up wood-burning ovens, featuring carving stations, and taking down kitchen walls — these tactics are working well for supermarkets’ prepared food departments. read more Supermarket … Continue Reading →
Dietitians Cite Important Consumer Data Presented at Meeting
PHOENIX — Supermarket dietitians who attended the annual Shopping for Health meeting here last month told SN they were particularly interested in data offered that showed consumers’ attitudes toward health … Continue Reading →
IDDBA 2013: Ancient Adoption
Like heirloom fruit and vegetables, ancient grains suggest health and legitimacy to some consumers. Total Access read more Supermarket News
Independent Innovator: New Oregon Market Tries to Sell Only Local Food
PORTLAND, Ore. — The inspiration for Local Choice Produce Market — a new venture here that strives to only sell local products — started with cofounders Don and Georganne Sader’s … Continue Reading →
Meijer Contest Winners Share Their Toys
Reality TV-style contest gives local toymakers the chance to get online distribution on Meijer.com. read more Supermarket News
Wal-Mart Announces ‘Fresh Produce Guarantee’ in U.S.
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Wal-Mart Stores announced new sourcing, quality control and employee training strategies for its fresh produce, which is now backed by a 100% money-back guarantee. read more Supermarket … Continue Reading →
Calif. Plastic Bag Ban Fails
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The California State Senate has defeated a bill to ban single-use plastic bags statewide — the third time since 2010 the bill has failed to win passage. … Continue Reading →
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IDDBA 2013: WFM Leads the Way for ‘Natural’
Like in other departments, the label of “All Natural” has infiltrated the dairy, deli and bakery departments. For evidence of this, one only had to look around the IDDBA show … Continue Reading →