Month: September 2015

With the spring “buy local” under retailers’ belts and autumn products about to hit shelves, a survey by Precima shows that 85% of American shoppers say buying local products is important to them, and more than one-third are willing to pay a 15-30% premium for local items. In addition, 82% report they would increase their monthly grocery spend if local alternatives were more readily available and 87% are more inclined to purchase a local product when they know the story behind the grower or processer. …

In response to a solid launch, artizone (www.artizone.com), the only online shop for farm-raised meat, local organic produce, small batch breads and artisanal products, expands product offerings and delivery options for its new, "Farmers Market on Demand" service. artizone "Farmer's Market On Demand" allows customers to have over 60 artisans offering produce, dairy, seafood, breads, meats, artisanal jarred goods and condiments delivered to your door in approximately one hour, sometimes even less. …

Woodman's Markets has launched online grocery ordering and delivery in Madison and plans to bring the service to Milwaukee later this year. …

The Kroger Co. has named Jessica C. Adelman to serve as Kroger's group vice president of corporate affairs, effective November 1.  …