Focusing R&D on marrying convenience and nutrition will be key for F&B manufacturers and processors to keep the consumer engaged, win the shelf space and maintain pricing power.
Many of the world’s largest grocery retailers are now investing in automated order fulfillment solutions to optimize the handling of fresh fruit, vegetables, bakery items and dairy products across their distribution networks.
On this episode of From the Cold Corner, NFRA Executive Vice President and COO, Tricia Greyshock, and Angela Rosenquist, chief growth officer at InnovAsian Cuisine and chair of the NFRA Promotions Committee, discuss March Frozen Food Month and more.
CHEF’STORE is a one-stop-shop for restaurant operators, food industry professionals, community groups and at-home chefs to quickly stock up, replenish, or fill in ingredients and supplies in a variety of sizes and offerings.
Raley’s announced the promotion of two key leaders within the organization: Craig Benson has been named Senior Vice President, Head of Technology, and Levi Wingo's is now the company's Vice President of Operations.
The United Fresh Produce Association recently announced its 2021 Retail Produce Manager Awards honorees. Karen O’Dell, produce manager at the Martin’s Super Market in Granger, Indiana--a SpartanNash brand--was among the 25 produce managers recognized for her contributions to the industry.
To ensure a high level of health and wellness offerings, 85% of survey respondents report employing registered dietitians.
December 12, 2019
Food Marketing Institute (FMI), Arlington, Va., released the “2019 Retailer Contributions to Health and Wellness” report, which finds grocery stores expanding their health and wellness programs.
Micro-fulfillment centers bring together the proximity of brick-and-mortar stores with the automation capabilities of a large warehouse.
December 12, 2019
Albertsons Cos., Boise, Idaho, and Takeoff Technologies, Waltham, Mass., teamed up to collaborate on the future of grocery micro-fulfillment centers (MFC) to drive the future of e-commerce order fulfillment.
This funding allows Zippin to further invest in product innovation, grow its technical team and expand sales and partnership efforts.
December 12, 2019
Zippin, San Francisco, closed $12 million in Series A funding led by Evolv Ventures, a Chicago-based venture fund created by Kraft Heinz, Pittsburgh, Pa.