Author Archives: Grocery Headquarters
Post-Recession Marketplace on Upswing
New York, — Consumer confidence and economic optimism are on the upswing in the first half of 2010,accompanied by new opportunities for marketers and … Continue reading
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Hy-Vee, Casey’s To Sponsor Another Honor Flight
DES MOINES, IA – Officials with Hy-Vee, Inc. and Casey’s General Stores today announced plans to jointly sponsor another Honor Flight trip for military veterans. The announcement came at … Continue reading
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FDA Takes Steps to Increase Safety of Foods During Transport
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is asking commercial food transporters to follow new guidance the agency is issuing to reduce the chances of … Continue reading
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PCC Natural Markets is first gluten-free endorsed retailer in the nation
(Seattle, Wash.) The commitment of PCC Natural Markets (PCC), the nation’s largest natural foods retail cooperative, to responding to the needs of consumers unable … Continue reading
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NFRA Ice Cream & Novelties Promotion Features Retail Display Contest, Mr. Food Partnership, and Coupon Giveaway
Harrisburg, PA – The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) is heating up the annual Summer Favorites Ice Cream & Novelties Promotion with … Continue reading
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Fresh Food Forum: A matter of trust
Canada is the only country in North America with a mandatory national cattle identification program. By Marty Carpenter A survey among U.S. beef buyers … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Focus on Fresh
Nonfoods Talk: Open communication
A simple coupon may have changed the way one consumer shops for HBC items. Retailers take note. I certainly did. By Seth Mendelson I … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Columns, Nonfoods for Profit
Sounding Board: Staying on track
While readers may not recognize the name Fred Harvey, there is much to learn about customer service from this operator of restaurants at railroad … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Columns
Nonfoods Forum: An advocate’s perspective
As the 40th annual General Merchandise Marketing Conference gets underway, some of the challenges facing nonfoods remain the same. How will the industry respond? … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Columns, Nonfoods for Profit
Fresh Food Forum: Balancing the apple cart
Is there a risk to offering too many varieties of apples? By Kevin Precht How many new apple varieties do we need? Everyone up … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Columns, Focus on Fresh
On Point: Hunting down bacteria
Loyalty data solves an outbreak of foodborne illness. By Tom Weir Although experience tells us that there is often contaminated food on the market, … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives
Food Forum: Making things happen
Moving from “think” to “feel” to “do.” By George Latella Shopper marketing has been a hot topic in our business for a few years. … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Columns
Future Forces: Defining moment
Will the industry tell its story of change, or will it let others be the voice of the future of food? By Patrick Kiernan … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Columns
Sweet dreams
Candy offers consumers an affordable—yet profitable—treat. By Richard Turcsik Retailers’ sweet dreams are made of this: high-margin, quick-turning impulse items that require little shelf … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Center Store
Tickled cherry blossom pink
Improved packaging and promotions, along with the expectation of an excellent crop, promise to make cherry growers, retailers and consumers giddy with excitement. By … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Focus on Fresh
Pockets of profitability
While many grocers are inclined to pare down their general merchandise offerings, categories such as greeting cards, personal grooming and high-tech accessories show potential … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Nonfoods for Profit
Putting the customer first
Consumer-centric technology strategies help grocers build loyalty and stand out in a crowded retail landscape. By Deena M. Amato-McCoy The economy may be on … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Tech Solutions
Hot stove
To attract customers seeking simple meal solutions, stores are installing high-end cooking equipment that is simple and efficient to use so they can change … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Focus on Fresh
Food Forum: Offering choice
While consumers are concerned about their health, they don’t want to sacrifice variety, taste or convenience. How can retailers capitalize on this trend? By … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Columns
Talking shop with… ELLIOTT PENNER
Touting value and national brands will help retailers win back market share, according to the president of Reckitt Benckiser, Inc. Food Products, the manufacturer … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Talking Shop
Talking shop with… JOSEPH PEREZ
The senior vice president of Goya Foods says now is a good time for retailers to make an investment in ethnic foods. What is … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Talking Shop
IMPORTant moves
After sluggish sales in 2009, top beer importers are putting much advertising and promotion effort into the summer season. By Craig Levitt When times … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Center Store
Going for gold
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association Annual Convention heads to Vancouver. By Carol Radice The ski jumps have been disassembled, the hockey skates hung up … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Focus on Fresh
Something to sea
The 2010 International Boston Seafood Show was awash in new merchandising ideas and value-added products. By Richard Turcsik At this year’s International Boston Seafood … Continue reading
Posted in 2010 05 Article Archives, Focus on Fresh
