Supermarkets Consider Replacing Self-Checkout Lanes

Ten years after self-checkout lanes debuted in many American supermarkets, some chains are beginning to rethink the option.

Survey: 44% Of Consumers Feel Grocery Store Customer Service Could Be Improved

July 12, 2011 Empathica

Empathica Inc. announced the results of its 2011 Consumer Insights Panel survey of more than 16,000 consumers in the U.S. and Canada. The survey revealed that while an overwhelming 97% of consumers reported that they value good customer service at a grocery store, 44% said that today’s grocery stores aren’t delivering on that expectation.

Innovative Packaging From Organics Unlimited

July 12, 2011 Organics Unlimited

Changes in packaging can help to make retailers more profitable. That’s the thought behind new packaging options for organic bananas from Organics Unlimited.

Meijer Fruits & Vegetables Survey Finds Parents In A Pickle

July 12, 2011 Meijer

Despite a clear understanding of how many fruits and vegetables they should be consuming on a daily basis, a survey of approximately 1,300 Midwesterners by Meijer reveals that nearly six out of 10 feel they just aren't eating enough produce.

Crunch Pak Introduces Disney-Pixar "Cars 2" Sliced Apples

July 12, 2011 Crunch Pak

Crunch Pak, the industry leader in fresh sliced apples, is shifting into high gear for summer with the launch of fresh sliced apples packages featuring characters from the new film, Disney·Pixar’s “Cars 2.”