International Blueberry Organization (IBO) Releases 2024 International Blueberry Organization Report

This comprehensive report provides critical insights and analysis that has the potential to significantly influence the strategies of growers, marketers, and stakeholders throughout the blueberry supply chain.

Value vs. Price: How Brands Can Appeal to Gen Z and Baby Boomers

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Even when accounting for sample size (which might impact quarterly results), the long-term trend indicates that Gen Z prioritizes low prices and overall value when choosing where to shop for groceries. Great promotions/sales and store loyalty/rewards programs have been less of a driving factor, but both are on an upward trajectory as of early 2024.

The Fresh Market Takes Action Against Hunger This September

September 3, 2024 The Fresh Market

Throughout September, guests at The Fresh Market’s 160 stores will have the opportunity to round up their total at the register to the nearest dollar or make a donation of their choice. Every $1 dollar donated helps provide at least ten meals secured by Feeding America on behalf of local partner food banks.

AWG Brands Introduces New Salty Snacks to Meet Growing Consumer Demand

This new lineup is designed to help AWG member retailers deliver exceptional value and quality to consumers in the highly competitive snack market. With the rising costs of national brand salty snack items, showcasing a larger variety of AWG Brands products in this category helps build consumer price perception and loyalty.

The Giant Company Announces Leadership Appointment

September 3, 2024 The GIANT Company

The GIANT Company announced that it has named Jennifer Scott vice president of human resources. In her new role, Scott will have responsibility for all human resources functions including team member relations, learning and development, recruitment, DE&I, and community relations, reporting directly to The GIANT Company’s president, John Ruane. The appointment is effective immediately.