CPG: Food Cadbury launches Dairy Milk &More with new flavours and bigger chunks Cadbury is today (18 March) launching Cadbury Dairy Milk &More, a new addition to the Dairy Milk range. Comprising two new flavours, Cadbury Dairy Milk Nutty Praline Crisp and Cadbury Dairy Milk Caramel Nut Crunch, the bars are available in retailers nationwide from today. The… This story continues at Cadbury launches Dairy Milk &More with […] Talking Retail March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyMondelezDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshDept. BeveragePredictions and ForecastsDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events This Year Consider Catering options for your Easter Dinner At the intersection of time starved consumers and family fun at our house Easter was alive with activity both inside and out and always included extended family members the help make that day special. Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believes that the more time you have to spend with […] Grocerant Guru March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 4 min read Holiday & EventsData & InsightsRestaurantsDept. GroceryBOPISDept. FreshConsumersSustainabilityOperations & Supply ChainPepsiCoPartnershipsDept. BeverageMarketing: In StoreDept. OTCDept. DairyDeliveryUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Onken recruits Paddy McGuinness for ad campaign The Onken yogurt brand, part of the Emmi Group, has announced a year-long campaign partnership with TV presenter and comedian Paddy McGuinness to drive awareness and growth of its entire portfolio. The integrated campaign will set out to help the nation make time to ‘feed… This story continues at Onken recruits Paddy McGuinness for ad […] Talking Retail March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsPartnershipsMarketing: BroadcastDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Empire Bespoke Foods redesigns three of its brands Speciality food importer, distributor and food brand owner Empire Bespoke Foods has rebranded its three of its products. The range includes Goose Fat, Duck Fat and Quail Eggs and the brand redesign brings to life the product’s recipe usages with a ‘perfect for roasties and… This story continues at Empire Bespoke Foods redesigns three of […] Talking Retail March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryPredictions and ForecastsDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Hand Held Food for Immediate Consumption Will Drive Casey’s General Stores Growth At the intersection of consumers trends, pizza delivery success, and branded line extensions Casey’s General Stores have added new hand-held food menu items for immediate consumption is a perfect fit Edifying its consumer focused grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared menu in the minds-eye of the consumer, according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® […] Grocerant Guru March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryCasey's General StoresDept. Fresh PreparedConsumersData & InsightsBrick and MortarDept. BakeryDept. FreshPackagingPredictions and ForecastsShoppersDept. BeverageDept. DairyRestaurantsPartnershipsDeliveryOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesDept. PerimeterDept. FuelSustainabilityAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Kids Like to Go Out to Eat ask Chuck E. Cheese Don’t want to cook, don’t want to do dishes, well according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® your kids don’t want you hear you complain about cooking dinner either. Chuck E. Cheese has a new program for that has a great chance to make the entire family happy according […] Grocerant Guru March 11, 2024March 14, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryDept. DairyData & InsightsRestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaPricing & PromotionsDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodGamingTwitterMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: TradeESG and CSRDept. FreshMeta (Facebook)Predictions and ForecastsSustainabilityConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Dairy market research identifies cheese as an industry leader “All dairy dollar investments are moving into the cheese landscape,” Lucas Fuess, senior dairy analyst at Rabobank. SMP Dairy March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshTechnology & InnovationPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Cheese Recall Linked to Listeria Outbreak A renowned cheese producer, Sargento Foods from Wisconsin, is facing repercussions from recalls connected to Rizo-López Foods, a dairy company in California, due to a lethal listeria outbreak. RetailWire March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyDept. RefrigeratedDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Kroger Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Results, Announces Guidance for 2024 Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen. "Kroger achieved strong 2023 results, in line with our long-term growth model and built upon three consecutive years of historic growth. Kroger March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 9 min read KrogerResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesDept. FuelShoppersDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliHealth & WellnessSustainabilityEconomyGovernmentConsumersOperations & Supply ChainStrategyDept. PharmacyMarketing: BrandDept. FreshReturnsMergersOwned Brands (Private Label)PartnershipsDept. GroceryDept. DairyDept. BeverageData & InsightsExecutivesMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationWeatherCustomer ExperienceCompetitionPress ReleaseUnileverDivestituresDept. PerimeterAlbertsons / SafewayDept. BakeryTargetRegional GroceryDept. Natural / OrganicDept. HBCBrick and MortarDeliveryTrends: ConsumerTechnology & InnovationMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Your Views: Illuminated Got this email responding to Tom Furphy’s and my Innovation Conversation about Walmart’s Luminate program: Walmart does not necessarily need to use data to target specific customers because they attract a large percentage, overall, of demographic and income levels. If they already know that XX% of people from a specific economic level regularly shop in […] MorningNewsBeat March 7, 2024March 7, 2024 3 min read TargetEconomyBig DataConsumersWalmartDeliveryShoppersWhole FoodsCOVID19Operations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAmazonPricing & PromotionsDept. NonfoodData & InsightsBrick and MortarAssociatesTechnology & InnovationStrategyRegional GroceryDept. BeverageDept. DairyDept. FreshMarketing: TradePredictions and ForecastsAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Butter, cheese are dairy market rockstars Surging demand for butter and cheese outshine weaker demand for other products. Food Business News March 7, 2024March 7, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyDept. RefrigeratedDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food New Cadbury Fingers promo Cadbury Fingers competition offers shoppers the chance to with £20k. Cadbury Dairy Milk Fingers is giving shoppers the chance to win £20,000 through a new on-pack promotion. The Cadbury Dairy Milk Fingers Crossed promotion, which is on participating packs now, offers shoppers the chance to… This story continues at New Cadbury Fingers promo Or just […] Talking Retail March 5, 2024March 5, 2024 < 1 min read MondelezDept. DairyShoppersPricing & PromotionsDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshDept. BeverageCompetitionPredictions and ForecastsDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats NGA Unveils Creative Choice Award Winners The National Grocers Association (NGA) has revealed the winners of the annual Creative Choice Awards, which “recognizes the best marketing and merchandising programs among independent grocery retailers.” The following are the 2024 Creative Choice Awards recipients: • Connections Through Omnichannel Smaller operator (1-15 stores) Winner: Trig’s Cheese of the Month Honorable Mention: Pay-Less Supermarkets Explore […] MorningNewsBeat March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 2 min read Brick and MortarRegional GroceryIndustry Conferences and EventsSpartanNashDept. FreshDept. GroceryWakefernDept. Adult BevPredictions and ForecastsDept. DairyOmnichannelMarketing: BroadcastKellogg'sPartnershipsMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaDept. BeverageStore LocationHoliday & EventsESG and CSRUnileverDept. Center StoreDept. BakerySave A LotDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Advancements in Vegan Packaging: Navigating 2024’s Thriving Plant-Based Market Trend projections for this year herald plant-based diets as a pivotal cornerstone in today’s modern dietary preferences. The surge in the launch of over 1,610 new vegan products in 2023 alone echoes a resounding consumer sentiment; that many of us are leaning toward simpler, less processed foods that prioritize value and sustainability. In this article, […] Retail TouchPoints March 2, 2024March 2, 2024 4 min read PackagingHealth & WellnessConsumersDept. GroceryTrends: Food and BeverageSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesDept. Natural / OrganicMarketing: BrandDept. BeverageShoppersOperations & Supply ChainMeta (Facebook)Dept. DairyInclusivityInternational - UKExecutivesDept. FreshDept. RefrigeratedTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Country Choice unveils its Easter lineup Country Choice has revealed its Easter treats lineup for 2024. Among the highlights of the Easter treats collection are: Hot Cross Buns: spiced buns, filled with sultanas, raisins, mixed peel, and a white flour cross. Cornflake Cake with Chocolate Eggs: Cornflake cake covered in a… This story continues at Country Choice unveils its Easter lineup […] Talking Retail February 29, 2024February 29, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsDept. BakeryPredictions and ForecastsDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Jacob’s Mini Cheddars new limited edition Cheesy Specials Pladis has launched a new limited-edition range for its Jacob’s Mini Cheddars brand: Jacob’s Cheesy Specials. Dialling up the brand’s ‘baked with real cheese’ USP, the two new ultra-cheesy variants – Jacob’s Mini Cheddars Smoked Cheddar and Jacob’s Mini Cheddars Cheddar & Roasted Tomato –… This story continues at Jacob’s Mini Cheddars new limited edition […] Talking Retail February 29, 2024February 29, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Dollar General accepts supplemental benefits chainwide GOODLETTESVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General customers can now purchase food, produce, over-the-counter medicines and additional wellness products in more than 20,000 stores nationwide using health supplemental benefits, the company said on Wednesday. “With approximately 75% of Americans within five miles of a Dollar General, we recognize the unique access we provide to all communities, especially […] MMR February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 < 1 min read Dollar GeneralDept. FreshHealth & WellnessBrick and MortarDept. PerimeterMerchandisingPartnershipsDept. FrozenDept. GroceryDept. DairyDept. RefrigeratedOperations & Supply ChainPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Your Views: Minority Opinion? We’ve posted a lot of commentary and emails against the Kroger-Albertsons deal, so it is important to point out that not everybody feels that way, as one MNB reader wrote: Throughout the saga of the Kroger-Albertsons deal I’ve definitely felt I carry the minority opinion. I work for a large CPG and engage with Kroger’s […] MorningNewsBeat February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 3 min read Dept. DairyKellogg'sDept. BeverageMarketing: Social MediaEconomyKrogerESG and CSRExecutivesAlbertsons / SafewayDept. GroceryRegional GroceryConsumersCompetitionDept. NonfoodBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsShoppersDept. FreshSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Is Kellogg’s CEO A Cereal Killer? CNN reports that Kellogg’s CEO Gary Pilnick is in a bit of hot water with people frustrated with how inflation has driven up food prices. The story points out that Pilnick recently “said the company was advertising cereal for dinner to consumers looking for more affordable options. ‘Give chicken the night off,’ the ad’s cheery […] MorningNewsBeat February 27, 2024February 27, 2024 2 min read Kellogg'sExecutivesConsumersEconomyDept. DairyDept. BeverageESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaDept. NonfoodDept. GroceryDept. FreshPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Your Views: Mass Marketing Lives I got several reactions to yesterday’s breaking news about the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filing suit to block Kroger’s proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons. MNB fave Glen Terbeek wrote: So much mass marketing mentality. We are past the 1960’s. What about maximizing market performance of each local store and its shoppers through creating […] MorningNewsBeat February 27, 2024February 27, 2024 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIKrogerShoppersGovernmentTargetStore LocationAcquisitionDept. Natural / OrganicRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayWalmartData & InsightsMeta (Facebook)Industry Conferences and EventsAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsMetaverseResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaHealth & WellnessDept. Toys & GamesDept. DairyDept. NonfoodDept. BeverageStrategyConsumersBrick and MortarTech: CashierlessVendorsOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon’s Data Drives Fresh Food Fast with Reservations for Grocery Pick-Up or Delivery On average, grocery shoppers buy approximately 260 different items at the grocery store throughout the year, with just over 100 of them food items. It’s interesting to note that grocery store typically stock, a much larger variety of products, with an average of 35,829 items. According to Steven Johnson grocery stores understand just how […] Grocerant Guru February 27, 2024February 27, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryAmazonData & InsightsConsumersDept. FreshDeliveryMarketing: Social MediaShoppersBrick and MortarDept. PerimeterDept. BeverageMeta (Facebook)BOPISTwitterCostcoStrategyDept. DairyESG and CSRMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Consumers Flex Their Muscles, And Some Companies Respond From the Associated Press: “Inflation has changed the way many Americans shop. Now, those changes in consumer habits are helping bring down inflation. “Fed up with prices that remain about 19%, on average, above where they were before the pandemic, consumers are fighting back. In grocery stores, they’re shifting away from name brands to store-brand […] MorningNewsBeat February 26, 2024February 26, 2024 2 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryEconomyShoppersBrick and MortarDept. DairyGovernmentNestlePredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshDept. BeverageCOVID19Pricing & PromotionsMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Grocery Game-Changers: The Innovations Shaping How People Shop Grocery stores have been in a state of flux in recent years, influenced broadly by the economy and supply chain issues and, at the store level, by how consumers want to shop. This year, grocery bills are expected to exceed $300 a week, which in turn will impact the choices consumers are making at the […] Brian Brown February 26, 2024February 26, 2024 4 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshEconomyTechnology & InnovationAssociatesCannabisPackagingDept. PerimeterDept. BeverageSustainabilityHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainTrends: Food and BeverageTech: CashierlessDept. HBCMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionBOPISESG and CSRDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DairyDeliveryDept. FuelTech: RoboticsShoppersResults & InvestmentPricing & PromotionsPartnershipsMerchandisingMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Waldencast taps Huda Beauty co-founder to join its new creative council The Milk Makeup and Obagi parent company launched the seven-person council to help it identify industry trends to meet customer needs. RetailDive February 24, 2024February 24, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. HBCShoppersDept. DairyDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Chicago Puts A Lid On Dollar Store Growth The Chicago Sun Times reports that the City Council there has approved a new ordinance that “will prevent dollar store operators from opening within a mile of an existing dollar store owned or managed by the same controlling person.” The move comes “amid complaints of filthy, unsafe stores in the city pushing shoppers to cleaner […] MorningNewsBeat February 23, 2024February 23, 2024 2 min read Brick and MortarDept. FreshDept. GroceryDept. PerimeterFamily DollarDollar TreeDept. DairyDept. FuelGovernmentDept. RefrigeratedHealth & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Churn a profit In focus: Dairy Milk and dairy products are an important staple in the convenience store and with limited refrigeration space it is vital to get the stock right. In dairy spreads, the ‘lighter’ sub-category is continuing to grow its share of trade. In the past 15 years, it… This story continues at Churn a profit In focus: Dairy […] Talking Retail February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshPredictions and ForecastsDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Texas Borns Grocerant Niche LTO’s for Every Meal Success does leave clues and regular readers of this blog know that Texas Born has had success with grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food. They are now rolling out their latest selection of limited-time foodservice selections that can be enjoyed throughout the day. According to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA […] Grocerant Guru February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 3 min read Dept. FreshData & InsightsDept. GroceryBrick and MortarMarketing: BrandDept. BeverageDept. DairyConsumersDept. Fresh PreparedDept. OTCDept. PerimeterMarketing: Social MediaOwned Brands (Private Label)Pricing & PromotionsColgate-PalmoliveRestaurants 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events In for a treat In focus: Easter treats The Easter period presents a major sales opportunity for independent retailers, especially when it comes to sweet treats, which can see an uplift of as much as 50%. They include not only chocolate eggs but also indulgent seasonal favourites such as cakes, savoury snacks and… This story continues at In for a treat In focus: […] Talking Retail February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsPredictions and ForecastsDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Pringles adds a new spicy variant Pringles has announced it is adding a hot range to its portfolio: Flamin’ Cheese Flavour, Mexican Chilli & Lime Flavour, Smokin’ BBQ Ribs Flavour, Kickin’ Sour Cream Flavour and Sweet Chilli Flavour. The range will replace Pringles Sizzl’N, which launched in 2021. Four of the… This story continues at Pringles adds a new spicy variant […] Talking Retail February 20, 2024February 20, 2024 < 1 min read Kellogg'sPredictions and ForecastsInternational - North AmericaDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Boston Market Once Successful Now Stuck in Failure Mode according to the Grocerant Guru® Boston Market, formerly known as Boston Chicken, began serving its homestyle meals of spit-roasted rotisserie chickens, made-from-scratch cornbread, and creamy mac and cheese in 1985. As it grew in popularity, it had about 1,200 locations at one time, according to Restaurant Business. Today there are just over 300 locations in the United States and Puerto […] Grocerant Guru February 19, 2024February 19, 2024 4 min read ShoppersData & InsightsDept. GroceryConsumersDept. FreshBrick and MortarRestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaAcquisitionTechnology & InnovationWegmansWhole FoodsAssociatesCompetitionDept. DairyDept. Fresh PreparedDeliveryDept. PerimeterTrends: Food and BeverageCostcoRegional GroceryMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInclusivityHealth & WellnessESG and CSRPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Trends & External Forces Court sets late August start date for hearing on Kroger-Albertsons merger A federal judge in Oregon will decide during the proceeding whether to grant the FTC’s request to block the transaction. Written by Grocery Dive March 12, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Channel: Restaurants Department & Category Department: Consumer Durables Department: Food Department: Nonfood ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Kids Like to Go Out to Eat ask Chuck E. Cheese Don’t want to cook, don’t want to do dishes, well according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® your kids don’t want you hear you complain about cooking dinner either. Chuck E. Cheese has a new program for that has a great chance to make the entire family happy according […] Written by Grocerant Guru March 11, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Corporate Finance Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 US supermarket chain Publix has reported net earnings of $4.3bn in FY23, marking a 49% increase from FY22’s $2.9bn. The post Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Trends & External Forces Target Q4 2023 Earnings Recap Target reported Q4 and 2023 financial results at its annual investor day on March 5, 2024. Quarterly comp performance improved sequentially from Q2 to Q4, but 2023 ended with comps down -3.7%. Profitability outperformed expectations as the company realized $2B of operating income growth in 2023 and reported notable gross margin improvements. The stock was […] Written by The Harvest Group March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces CPG: Food Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery Channel: Mass Department & Category Department: Beverage Department: Food Department: HBC Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Owned Brands (Private Label) Stores & Formats Kroger Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Results, Announces Guidance for 2024 Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen. "Kroger achieved strong 2023 results, in line with our long-term growth model and built upon three consecutive years of historic growth. Written by Kroger March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked