Author Archives: Richard Turcsik
Sunny forecast
IBM has developed Deep Thunder, a weather-modeling service that, according to officials with the Armonk, N.Y.-based company, can help farmers dramatically reduce the amount … Continue reading
Leg of Lamb Layaway
A layaway policy could help consumers afford a sumptuous holiday dinner. Christmas layaway programs have been in the news lately with Walmart, Kmart, Sears … Continue reading
Souped-up sales engine
Thanks to versatility, value and an array of new varieties, shelf-stable soup remains a powerful driver of center store sales. Continue reading
Reigning cats and dogs
With consumers treating their pets like royalty, supermarkets have the opportunity to increase sales of pet foods and treats. A man’s home may be … Continue reading
Supermarket Smorgasbord
With items made fresh, local produce and a 200-foot buffet, Shady Maple Farm Market is a feast for the senses. Continue reading
Failing grade
One New Jersey school district puts the kibosh on birthday cupcakes. Students returning to school across the country this week will learn that “A” … Continue reading
Porgy and Bass
A well-stocked showstopper seafood department can create sweet music for the bottom line. Continue reading
Raising the Bar
New developments in alcoholic spirits are bringing sales and excitement back to center store. Continue reading
Culinary Cathedral
With its outstanding made-from-scratch prepared foods; local produce, meats and specialty foods; plus traditional and gourmet groceries, Harmons City Creek has created a religious … Continue reading
Wild Alaskan Smoked Salmon Franks
There really is something fishy about the latest hot dogs in the meat case. That’s because AquaCuisine’s Wild Alaskan Smoked Salmon Franks are made … Continue reading
Got milk straws?
Retailers can increase their white milk sales by stocking Got Milk? milk flavoring straws from Magic Straws, LLC. Got Milk? straws are available in … Continue reading
The Grand Centenarian
Chanatry’s Market marks 100 years of servicing the Utica, N.Y. market. Continue reading
Happy Holidays
Seasonal offerings along with other new and unique items are bringing extra sweetness to the candy aisle. Continue reading
Eggnog on your face
Retailers should ensure clerks ask for frequent shopper cards. This past weekend I was shopping at a Kings supermarket in New Jersey when I … Continue reading
Smith’s Food & Drug Stores Opt Not to Sell Aerial Fireworks this July 4th
This July 4th is going to be a little less grand for shoppers at Utah’s Smith’s Food & Drug Stores, as the Kroger division … Continue reading
Tapping a gusher
In the heart of Oklahoma oil country, Uptown Grocery Co. hits it big! Continue reading
Sweet sixteen
The Sweets & Snacks Expo celebrated a key milestone with record-setting attendance. This year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, … Continue reading
Going for the gold
Thanks to CPG manufacturer support for U.S. Olympic Teams everyone—including retailers and consumers—is a winner. This summer, fans of the Olympics are going to … Continue reading
Retailing’s new spin
Makers of gourmet, regional and hard-to-find products are turning to the web to sell and market their products. Continue reading
Hooked on a feeling
Buyers high on believing in the power of seafood trawled the International Boston Seafood Show looking for the latest trends and ideas. Seafood lovers … Continue reading
Milking it
By paying attention to the latest trends and stocking the right products, retailers can increase sales and profitability in the dairy case. Change is … Continue reading
I always feel like Big K is watching me!
Suggestive selling hits a little too close to home. One of my favorite things to do at lunch hour is to take a walk … Continue reading

