Three key takeaways from FMI Connect/United Fresh 2014
The food industry is just back from the big FMI Connect and United Fresh 2014 events in Chicago, and a ton of industry insights have emerged from these venues. Viewpoints … Continue Reading →
Tag: 2014
Sanjaya Rajaram named 2014 World Food Prize Laureate
Plant scientist Sanjaya Rajaram, born in India and a citizen of Mexico, will be honored as the 2014 World Food Prize Laureate for his scientific research that led to an … Continue Reading →
United Fresh 2014: Walmart makes progress on PTI
Over 90% of produce cases coming from Walmart’s suppliers are now labeled with PTI standard labels, executives said. Total Access read more Supermarket News
Washington update: Politics trumps policy in 2014
The looming election season, with control of the Senate up for grabs, means there will be little opportunity for action on some bills of importance to the industry before the … Continue Reading →
United Fresh 2014: Wegmans, FreshDirect emphasize branding, food safety for local produce
Retailers can enhance their local produce programs through branding and attention to food safety, panelists said in the retail-foodservice super session called “Beyond the Buzz: Exploring the Opportunities and Challenges … Continue Reading →
United Fresh 2014: Each generation has own communication needs
Retailers who know the best way to communicate with the multiple generations of employees will increase profitability and reduce turnover, said a speaker Wednesday at the United Fresh 2014 in … Continue Reading →
United Fresh 2014: Educate consumers and employees to boost produce sales
Providing more information to customers and store employees is a good way to set apart your produce department from the competition, produce managers agreed. Total Access read more Supermarket News
United Fresh 2014: Crenshaw: Relationships are key to business success
Publix’s success is based on the exceptional relationships it has with customers, suppliers and employees, CEO Ed Crenshaw said at the United Fresh Opening Breakfast General Session on Wednesday. Total … Continue Reading →
IDDBA 2014: Move over, Cronut
The IDDBA exhibit floor is a place to show off new, exciting and sometimes out there products. Multiple booths had intriguing hybrids in bakery to try to give the Cronut … Continue Reading →
IDDBA 2014: Don’t forget Boomers
Though Millennials may be tomorrow’s shoppers, it’s important not to forget about Baby Boomers and their significant spending power. Total Access read more Supermarket News