A new competitor and what to do about it
A little while ago, I wrote about how the focus on “food for now” could create opportunities for food retailers to poach business from food service operators. Now I see … Continue Reading →
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Why earning loyalty isn’t just about earning points
Loyalty programs can be more than just points and coupons; they can be used to improve the customer experience. read more Supermarket News
Are U.S. consumers’ concerns about sodium intake on the wane?
As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) prepares to issue voluntary sodium guidelines for food manufacturers and restaurants, food market research by The NPD Group, a global information company, … Continue Reading →
Retailers upbeat about second half of 2014
As retailers move into the second half, they anticipate stronger sales, though some are more optimistic than others, according to an SN survey. read more Supermarket News
Food News Today: The truth about sugar (video)
From Agave, to honey, to sweeteners to words like natural, organic and raw. Don’t be fooled! There’s no such thing as a healthy sugar. read more Supermarket News
The Fresh Market not worried about price competition
The Fresh Market isn’t particularly worried about the more competitive price positioning of Whole Foods Market, executives said in an earnings conference call Thursday. read more Supermarket News
Five timely insights about price and service battles
Price and service battles are playing out much like trench warfare in markets across the country, according to SN data that stems from a new partnership. Viewpoints read more Supermarket … Continue Reading →
USDA warns public about egg products that may be unfit for consumption
The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) is issuing a public health alert because Nutriom LLC, Lacey, Wash., declined to expand its Feb. 15, 2014, … Continue Reading →
Four timely questions about supermarket health boom
Coming soon is Natural Products Expo West, the giant annual exhibition and educational event, so it’s appropriate here to examine four key questions about the future of health and wellness … Continue Reading →
Americans confused about types of sugars in beverages
A study published in Nutrition Research shows that some Americans may not know how much and what kinds of sugar are in their beverages. IFT Daily News