Category Archives: Focus on Fresh
Hitting the jackpot
Nutritional benefits and an extended selling season have made cherries a hot item in the produce section. 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
Three ring food circus
With three of the largest grocery retail shows under one roof; retailers have ample opportunity to learn. Continue reading
A Spring Showcase… continued
While April showers may bring us flowers, the rainy Spring month also brings the produce industry a couple of its favorite trade shows— the … Continue reading
A Spring Showcase
Retailers are looking north to see what is blooming for spring produce. Continue reading
Thrill of the Grill
The grilling season and consumers’ desire to eat healthier are driving protein sales. The signs of spring are unmistakeable. Love abounds, birds are chirping, … Continue reading
The Top Tier
Fashion and mainstream style are influencing bakery designs. With manufacturers help, in-store bakeries should be able to keep up. Many argue it was Sex … Continue reading
Giving back is the new black
Retailers are finding that community support does more than make them feel warm and fuzzy inside. It is growing sales. Continue reading
Call of the sea
International Boston Seafood Show attendees will be lured by exhibitors featuring new products and marketing programs. Continue reading
A swap of meaty ideas
The 2012 Annual Meat Conference returns to Orlando, February 19 – 21, promising to offer something for everybody associated with the meat industry. Continue reading
Southern hospitality
The Southeast Produce Council’s (SPC) Southern Exposure trade show is a favorite for many produce growers. Its smaller size and intimate setting provides a breeding ground for developing new relationships. This year’s show promises to be no different. Continue reading
Cultivating yogurt culture
Innovations, including Greek yogurt, packaging and digital media are spurring consumer interest. Dairy products continue to play a bigger role in the American diet. … Continue reading
Soups satisfy
Industry observers say consumers and retailers are embracing the value proposition of fresh soup offerings. They further suggest that the primary reasons for growth in this category is that fresh soup represents value for the money, while offering a convenient meal solution. Continue reading
Supporting the spud
When the U.S. Department of Agriculture proposed limiting the amount of potatoes that could be served in federally financed school lunches this past fall, potato growers prepared for battle. Continue reading
A produce resolution
Sharing nutritional information and reminding consumers of good eating habits can help shoppers stick to their New Year’s resolutions—and keep sales up. Continue reading
A team effort
Some consumers watch the Super Bowl with a small group of family and friends huddled around the TV. For others it has become a much larger event. However fans chose to enjoy the game, one thing is consistent, a lot of food will be consumed. Continue reading
Pushing protein
Supermarkets stronghold as the primary channel where consumers make food purchases has never been more precarious.
Target and Walmart have entered the fresh produce arena. Continue reading
Rising to the occasion
From breads and rolls to cakes and zucchini muffins, the in-store bakery continues to fill consumers’ desire for sweet and savory treats. In-store bakery … Continue reading
Produce for a greater good
Growers and shippers put their best foot forward during the Produce Marketing Association’s annual Fresh Summit International Convention & Exposition. As the produce industry … Continue reading
From far, far away
Produce imports continue to grow, providing retailers with colorful, fresh product to expand their departments. There was a time, long ago, when the fruits … Continue reading
Fresh from the field
Coming to Atlanta this month, PMA’s Fresh Summit is back— and it is packed with innovation. By Elizabeth Louise Hatt From growers to shippers … Continue reading
Raising a fingerling for potatoes
As consumers look to replicate meals they enjoy in restaurants and see on TV, specialty potatoes continue to grow in popularity. By Craig Levitt … Continue reading
Battle of the brands
The symbiotic relationship between national and private label brands helps retailers better market the produce aisle. By Elizabeth Louise Hatt National brands versus private … Continue reading
