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Harris wants to ban excessive food prices, while industry points to pressure in the supply chain


Harris wants to ban excessive food prices, while industry points to pressure in the supply chain

As part of broader plans to lower the cost of living for Americans, Harris said in her economic speech last week in Raleigh, North Carolina, that she intends to combat gouging in food prices during her first 100 days in office. Harris plans to “make cost-cutting and economic security for Americans one of her top […]

Taste, authenticity and customer loyalty as drivers for food and beverages


Taste, authenticity and customer loyalty as drivers for food and beverages

One of the key trends is growing consumer interest in flavors from around the world, which has increased even further during the COVID-19 pandemic. The demand for flavors from around the world is still there, and according to Innova Market Insights​, consumers are now looking for exceptional flavors that offer both comfort and adventure. Source: […]

Fresh food increases sales in retail, the use of artificial intelligence continues to shape store operations and data analysis


Fresh food increases sales in retail, the use of artificial intelligence continues to shape store operations and data analysis

While dry food retail remained the top-selling category with 38% of sales last year, fresh produce departments together contributed a staggering 42%. These include meat and produce, each accounting for 11% of sales, dairy, 8%, deli, 4%, freshly prepared and in-store baked goods, 3%, and seafood, 2%, according to FMI. Based on Circana data cited […]