The Lempert Report: Supermarkets dominate produce sales (video)
The Lempert Report reports that nearly three-quarters of consumers state that perimeter fresh foods are the main draws of supermarkets. read more Supermarket News
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‘Power greens’ top produce shopping lists at Meijer
The growing popularity of “power greens” and more adventurous consumer palates helped bagged baby kale mark a 200% sales increase at Meijer stores in 2013, the retailer said Monday. read … Continue Reading →
Final Food Lion Remodels Include Produce Guarantee
SALISBURY, N.C. — The completion of Food Lion’s final 72 store remodels across five states includes enhancements like a double-your-money-back produce guarantee. read more Supermarket News
Tropical Produce: Consumer Insight Panel
Research from C.H. Robinson’s Produce Consumer Insight Panel highlights shopper preferences for limes, mangos, pineapples, and avocados. Discover: read more Supermarket News
Produce Industry Hopeful for 2014 Farm Bill
WASHINGTON — It’s been a long time coming, but the produce industry appears optimistic that the Congress will be able to pass a 2014 Farm Bill early in the new … Continue Reading →
2014 Prediction #10: Women in Produce Initiatives Gain Momentum
Last year the produce industry ramped up its efforts to support women in executive roles, and these initiatives are likely to have continued impact through 2014. read more Supermarket News
PFK, Acme Collaborate on Kids’ Produce Area
ORLANDO, Fla. — Produce for Kids is partnering with Acme Markets on a children’s produce section. read more Supermarket News
The Lempert Report: Boosting Produce Sales (Video)
The Lempert Report says the new “good, better, best” produce rating system will win over today’s shoppers. read more Supermarket News
Industry Partners to Promote Produce With Sesame Street Characters
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Starting in 2014 Produce Marketing Association growers, suppliers and retailers will be able to use Sesame Street characters to encourage children to eat produce without a licensing … Continue Reading →
Variety Show: New Produce Items Need Selling Strategy
While introducing new produce varieties can boost the department’s image, such items must be merchandised and marketed well to entice consumers, said retailers and industry experts. read more Supermarket News