Dept. Natural / Organic

  1. Department: Consumer Durables
Nike and Kim Kardashian’s Skims have teamed up to launch the NikeSKIMS line of sculpting performance activewear. The first NikeSKIMS collection will debut in the U.S. this spring, available online and in select retail locations, with a global rollout that also will include footwear and accessories planned for 2026. The new brand merges Nike’s embrace […]
  1. Data & Insights
With the rise of generative AI, the top of the marketing funnel is getting more complex. The digital marketing funnel from search to consideration to purchase is fragmenting into exploration across more varied digital channels, making it more challenging to capture a consumer’s attention and lead them where we want them to go. More and […]
  1. Shopper & Customer
Whether big or small in scale, influencer campaigns have had proven success in raising a beauty brand’s profile and driving sales, especially among younger generations scrolling through TikTok for the lowdown on the latest aesthetic. However, for challenger brands, these ‘pay-to-play’ spaces are dominated by household names with bigger budgets that ensure them (and their […]
  1. Trends & External Forces
The Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) final report into the formula milks sector was published today (14 February). Key points are: CMA infant formula study finds that a combination of factors is leading to poor outcomes for parents, who could be saving around £300 a… This story continues at Organic baby formula maker responds to […]
  1. Channel: Dollar/Value
  In the competitive food industry, Lidl and Aldi have emerged as formidable players, leveraging innovative strategies to capture market share from traditional grocery retailers. These German discount chains have attracted consumers by emphasizing time savings, fresh food offerings, product discovery, and mix-and-match bundling, all while rapidly expanding their store footprints. Time Savings Aldi and […]
  1. Shopper & Customer
  Digital hand-held technology, specifically smartphones, has driven a decline in traditional network TV viewing, reshaping how and where consumers eat, according to Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA-based Foodservice Solutions®. As consumer behavior evolves, the perceived value of a product or brand can shift. The team at Foodservice Solutions® understands that consumers are […]
  1. Channel: Grocery
Aldi plans to open more than 225 new stores this year as part of the next phase of its five-year national growth strategy. The raft of openings will mark the largest number of stores that Aldi has opened in a single year in its nearly 50 years of operating in the U.S. The new stores will […]
  1. Department: Consumer Durables
Starboard Group’s new land-based vacation retail division, Starboard Resort, has opened its first group of stores, The Boutiques at Westgate Las Vegas, in partnership with Westgate Resorts. Three new shops will feature curated luxury items such as fine jewelry, on-trend fashion and special occasion apparel, as well as Starboard’s exclusive fashion jewelry brand. “We know […]
  1. Technology & Innovation
British heritage fashion brand Celtic & Co. has been selected by two US online retailers to launch its SS25 collection.  Working in collaboration with e-commerce platform Refined Networks, its womenswear will be live online with Nordstrom and Macy’s by the end of February.  Zoe Bray, Managing Director at Celtic & Co., says: “We’re very excited […]
  1. Technology & Innovation
Tech innovations have made our lives easier in every way over recent years. From smart home technology to the tech tools we need to do our jobs better, there’s no end to the possibilities the latest developments provide. More recently, tech has also started to make its way into the natural world, and many of […]
  1. Technology & Innovation
Currys recently hit 200,000 followers on TikTok, leading Niall McGarry, Founder at Fabric Social, to flag up “the work between our two teams that has been widely regarded as the biggest social media success story of recent times”. In a LinkedIn post, he said: “This is a true best in class example of a heritage […]
  1. Trends & External Forces
Biona, the organic food supplier, has launched a new organic Ginger and Turmeric paste which will be available to retailers from March onwards, with an RRP of £3.19. Biona’s organic Ginger and Turmeric paste is a ready-to-use blend that caters to both convenience and wellness… This story continues at New Biona Ginger and Tumeric cooking […]
  1. Merchandising
Retailers face a growing list of competing priorities when making decisions on their packaging, and sustainability continues to climb up the ranks. Regulatory developments are nudging businesses away from plastic packaging and toward paper, but this ‘plastic is bad, paper is good’ narrative does a disservice to our complex landscape of environmental issues. Legislation that […]
  1. Retailer Media
At their very core, brick-and-mortar stores are meant to be the physical manifestation of a brand — a distillation of its promise and the experience it aims to create for shoppers and associates alike. Now, as new marketing and advertising formats venture further into the store, store teams must work more thoughtfully to ensure these […]
  1. Stores & Formats
Simon has purchased a site in the metro Nashville area that it plans to develop into a 325,000-square-foot mixed-use center that will include approximately 75 retailers, restaurants and a hotel, with the potential to add residential options, big box retailers and more. The mall operator and real estate investment trust expects construction to begin on […]
  1. Data & Insights
In an increasingly fast-paced advertising landscape, AI is no longer a futuristic concept — it’s here and a present-day necessity, giving those who use it effectively a massive advantage. A survey by Influencer Marketing Hub found that 60% of marketers are already using AI in their marketing. As AI fundamentally reshapes the landscape and opportunities […]
  1. Trends & External Forces
In recent years, Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) have emerged as one of the most transformative innovations in materials science. These crystalline compounds, composed of metal ions or clusters coordinated to organic ligands, boast a unique and highly tunable porous structure. Their unprecedented versatility and functionality have positioned them at the forefront of advanced applications, ranging from […]
  1. Trends & External Forces
CINCINNATI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) reported second quarter fiscal year 2025 net sales of $21.9 billion, an increase of two percent versus the prior year. Organic sales, which excludes the impacts of foreign exchange and acquisitions and divestitures, increased three percent versus the prior year. Diluted net earnings per share were $1.88, an […]
  1. Partnerships & Alt Profit
For product startups, partnering with a retail sales agency often feels like a natural step. These agencies bring expertise, established relationships, and credibility to help your brand penetrate retail markets. They can save you time, energy, and resources while giving your product the exposure it deserves. However, not all partnerships are built to last. Sometimes, […]
  1. Shopper & Customer
Experiences are, at their core, emotional for customers. Whether it’s the frustration of being stuck in a middle seat on a long flight, the excitement of waiting hours to taste a special meal, the thrill of getting access to a limited-edition sneaker or the satisfaction of discovering the perfect vacation while browsing late at night, […]
  1. Technology & Innovation
Walmart will sell its Advanced Systems and Robotics business to Symbotic for $200 million. As part of the deal, the robotics solution provider will engage in a Walmart-funded development program to enhance the retailer’s current online pickup and delivery fulfillment systems. Walmart has committed to purchasing and deploying systems from Symbotic for 400 Accelerated Pickup […]
  1. Data & Insights
  Europe’s retail landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by the rise of “quick commerce”—a model that promises rapid delivery of groceries, meals, and essential items in as little as 15-30 minutes. Leading the charge is Foodora, which under the visionary leadership of Herbert Haas, is deploying cutting-edge technology to reinvigorate food retail and […]
  1. Merchandising
Selling your product to a retail buyer can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences for any product manufacturer. The stakes are high, the competition is fierce, and the pressure to stand out can feel overwhelming, especially when dealing with seasoned retail buyers who have seen it all. But success in securing shelf […]
  1. Trends & External Forces
Discover the retail trends reshaping 2025, from AI’s transformative power to Gen Z’s surprising return to in-store shopping. Explore actionable insights on merchandising, storytelling and community-building in the natural products space.
  1. Media & Marketing
  As the Supreme Court prepares to hear arguments about the potential U.S. ban on TikTok, the food retail and restaurant industries face critical questions about their future advertising strategies. TikTok has proven itself as a dominant force in the digital marketing ecosystem, delivering unparalleled engagement and influencing consumer behavior according to Steven Johnson Grocerant […]
  1. Technology & Innovation
2025 is up and running, it’s nearly the weekend, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail systems space. Here’s your briefing on the most important stories from the past few days, including N Brown Group, Akeneo, Ibotta, PittaRosso, Scarpe&Scarpe, Impact Analytics, Dentsu, Differin, and Dubit. 1. N Brown wraps […]

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  5. Shopper & Customer
1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […]
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  2. Holiday & Events
A good number of consumers, over 77%, believe there are better deals available after the holidays, and nearly 51% plan to take advantage by making a large purchase in late December and January. Those are top findings from a Holiday Green survey, from CouponCabin, regarding consumer habits in the post-holiday time frame. When it comes to post-holiday […]
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IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […]
  1. Data & Insights
  2. Technology & Innovation
There’s been a lot of talk lately about artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) and how these technologies are going to revolutionize retail. But the retail revolution can’t be accomplished with sweeping generalizations about putting more technology into stores. Successful retail outcomes are built using technology to solve specific challenges, expanding on wins and […]

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