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Report: Last year played a pivotal role in growing plant-based food sales
The success of plant-based meat companies Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods spurred other companies to launch their own plant-based burgers in 2019.
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How plant-based food makers have adjusted to the pandemic
Companies are talking about the steps they've taken to keep plant-based food production safe for employees.
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In a time of uncertainty, consumers credit grocers for stepping up
US grocery shoppers are highly concerned about the coronavirus pandemic.
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How will the coronavirus outbreak affect the plant-based food industry?
The popularity of plant-based foods was on the rise before the pandemic, and many in the industry see potential for further growth.
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How grocery retailers are coping with the coronavirus outbreak
US grocers and mass retailers struggled to keep shelves stocked and customers assured as the number of coronavirus cases continued to rise.
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C-stores seeing a sea of change
As c-stores have looked to reinvent themselves, they’ve emerged as competitive players in foodservice.
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How can grocery, CPG executives be great leaders?
The winners of this year’s leadership awards at the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference shared insights into being a strong leader and putting the customer first.
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Plant-based trends expand to the dessert menu
Vegan dessert options are growing in retail channels and getting more attention from chefs.
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Where does the grocery industry stand on food waste initiatives?
Food waste is an ongoing issue for food retailers. Where does the industry stand and what’s being done to lighten the load in terms of wasted food?
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Taking the pulse of online grocery shopping
Grocery shopping can now be done entirely online. Who is taking advantage of this type of shopping, and who is sticking to picking out products in person?
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Plant-based meat brands find ways to stand out in a growing field
Lightlife campaign uses celebrities, humor and honesty to stand out in a growing field of plant-based burgers.
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Retailers, restaurants tap into a powerful resource that’s in their employees’ own pockets
Letting employees use their own smartphones for scheduling, training and other work tasks is gaining popularity with restaurants and retailers, and the practice can boost productivity and retention.
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Focus on fresh is key when courting today’s grocery shopper
Investing in produce, meat and other fresh departments is essential for grocery retailers that want to compete for today’s consumer -- both in store and online as ecommerce sales of edible grocery gain momentum.
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Why suppliers, grocers are going all in for National Family Meals Month
Now in its fifth year, National Family Meals Month has become an important platform for grocers and suppliers alike.
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What does the future hold for grocery e-commerce fulfillment?
More consumers than ever are turning to the internet when it comes to buying groceries. What are food retailers doing to keep up with the trend?
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A question of loyalty: How grocers can up their game
Grocery loyalty programs are changing as quickly as the industry. Learn more about what makes a good program and what can grocers do to ensure their customers keep coming back.
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Private labels: How are they changing the grocery landscape?
Private-label products have experienced unparalleled growth in recent years thanks to changing consumer preferences.
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Top 10: Whole Foods’ trend predictions, Kellogg’s new sales structure, Thanksgiving pies
Whole Foods' trend predictions for 2019 struck a chord with readers this week, as did stories from Kellogg and Ahold Delhaize.
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Tracking the fresh approach at food retail
Driven by changing consumer demands, food retailers large and small are finding success with a renewed focus on fresh grocery items.
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How consumer interest in healthy food is prompting an evolution in grocery retail
Shoppers are growing increasingly interested in better-for-you foods, and that's making an impact on how grocers design stores, adopt technology and select the items they sell.
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The changing face of meal kits
Meal kits are changing with the times and evolving with shifting consumer preferences.
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Turning shoppers into diners: What’s driving success at retail foodservice
Prepared foods present an opportunity for grocery retailers to recapture sales lost to restaurants and connect with consumers on a new level. Here’s a look at what’s driving foodservice sales at retail and strategies that can lead to further success.
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How technology is shaping the future of food retail
Grocers and online retailers are turning to technology to keep customers coming back and to help the bottom line.
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How food brands find new fans with in-store sampling
How natural food brands use in-store samplings to win brand fans and shelf space.
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How retailers are using food and beverage to enhance the shopping experience
Retailers and restaurants alike are adding a foodservice component to their operation in order to draw in customers and create meaningful, differentiated experiences.
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How to boost in-store bakery sales
To put the spotlight on an in-store bakery, first make sure the products are ready for their close-up.
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How grocers can retain quality employees
Although many grocers are able to find staffers who become lifelong employees that bolster the brand, others see challenges in retaining high-quality staff members.
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How to design a successful in-store promotional program
Grocers and manufacturers have myriad opportunities to deliver in-store promotional programs -- determine the best way to make an impact with these tips.
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From cloud to cart: Radically rethinking engagement with food retail experiences
Innit, The Future Market and Northfork chat about the challenges and opportunities that technology represents for the food retail industry.
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Loyalty, relationships drive consumers in the experience economy
Read about how restaurants and retailers are tapping into consumers' desires for experiences and bringing experiential retail into their establishments.
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Best private label practices for food retailers
A look at the rise of private labels and best practices for launching private brands.
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Grocery retailers personalize the shopping experience with chatbots
Chatbots in the grocery sector offer consumers everything from recipe suggestions to collaborative shopping carts, and they can provide valuable customer insights for retailers.
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Report update: Brushing up on the evolution of digital food shopping
FMI and Nielsen teamed up to report on the state of digital retail in the grocery industry. Find out how SmartBrief's coverage has kept up with the report's findings.
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Report: Painting a picture of digital food shopping’s evolution
How are food retailers doing in terms of capitalizing on digital shopping? A recent FMI-Nielsen report found out.
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Should groceries have sommeliers on staff?
Having an expert staff a grocery’s wine department can boost sales for both the wine brands and the store itself.
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Working together in the age of consumer-centric digital grocery
From Big Data to e-commerce, industry executives gathered for the 40th annual FMI Midwinter Conference to discuss the future of the food industry.
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In-store events, easy options and other health trends in food retail this year
Check out the health and wellness trends that are following the food retail industry into the new year.
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Q&A: Accenture study sheds light on the importance of ROI when building loyalty programs
The managing director of Accenture’s Global Loyalty and Rewards program explains how to tailor your loyalty program to focus on ROI.
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Loyalty apps can’t replace store associate feedback
As loyalty apps grow more popular, companies rely on data from them to glean customer data, but store and restaurant employees shouldn’t be overlooked when it comes to gauging customer behavior.
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Report: Google data reveals top healthy food trends this year
See how Google search data correlates with recent healthy food trends in SmartBrief's recent coverage.
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Q&A: How retailers can encourage shoppers to gather around the grill for family meals
We interviewed Registered Dietitian Shari Steinbach, nutrition manager for Meijer in Grand Rapids, Mich., and a member of the National Turkey Federation’s Nutrition Advisory Board, about how retailers can inspire families to gather around the grill.