The Lempert Report: New trends in farming (video)
The latest Census of Agriculture reveals the changing face of farming. The number of Hispanic-owned farms, for example, rose 21% from 2007 to 2012, while the number of farms with … Continue Reading →
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The Lempert Report: Food prices on the rise (video)
With food prices on the rise, where will those costs be placed? According to Forbes, we know at least one grocer who plans to pass that on to consumers: Safeway. … Continue Reading →
The Lempert Report: Genetics vs. environment in kids’ tastes (video)
According to a recent report from University College London, while genetic and environmental effects are both significant in predicting food preferences in children, the environment has a larger influence on … Continue Reading →
The Lempert Report: Millennials and the future of food (video)
Millennials like fresh ingredients and the convenience of online ordering, says Supermarket Guru Phil Lempert in this edition of The Lempert Report. read more Supermarket News
Regional Report: Independents poised to gain from Safeway-Albertsons divestitures
West Coast independents are anticipating expansion opportunities when Cerberus formally acquires Safeway at the end of the year, based on expectations that store divestitures will be required. read more Supermarket … Continue Reading →
The Lempert Report: The power of produce (video)
Fruits and vegetables are good for us, but exactly how good are they? read more Supermarket News
The Lempert Report: Breeding better seeds (video)
With Marker-assisted selection plant breeders are able to locate seedlings with the most promising and most desirable traits. Grow them, and get rid of the rest. read more Supermarket News
The Lempert Report: Time for supermarkets and the postal service to catch up (video)
What do supermarkets have in common with the U.S. Postal service? Both have been slow to identify consumer trends and serve up what people want. read more Supermarket News
The Lempert Report: Fighting the fear of GMOs (video)
Although scientific research shows that GM foods are safe, does that mean that foods should not be labeled as such? read more Supermarket News
The Lempert Report: Grocery stores show real growth (video)
The Food Institute estimates that “real” (deflated) sales at the nation’s grocery stores rose 2.37% in January-February, outpacing eating and drinking establishments. read more Supermarket News