Kroger Announces Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer Succession

November 26, 2024 Kroger

The Kroger Co. announced that Stuart Aitken is stepping down as senior vice president, chief merchandising and marketing officer, to pursue other professional opportunities. Aitken will remain in his role at Kroger through December 31, 2024.

Trade Wars & the Dinner Table: Which Foods Are Most Vulnerable to Import Tariffs?

November 26, 2024 Trace One

Donald Trump’s recent plan to impose a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada, along with an additional 10% tariff on goods from China, could have significant consequences for U.S. consumers. Together, these three countries supply nearly half (45%) of all U.S. food and beverage imports, making everyday staples more vulnerable to rising prices.

DoorDash Doubles Down on More Grocery Offerings For Consumers

November 26, 2024 DoorDash

Since launching on-demand grocery delivery in 2020, DoorDash continues to bring new grocers to the platform so consumers can access even more local businesses online. In the past year, several of consumers’ favorite grocers joined DoorDash, including all Ahold Delhaize USA banners, Haggen, H Mart, La Michoacana, Rouses Markets, Save A Lot, Vallarta Supermarkets, all Wakefern Food Corp. banners, Wegmans, and more.

Decreased Honeycrisp Volumes Put Pressure on 2024/2025 Supply

November 26, 2024 Stemilt

The 2024/2025 Honeycrisp crop is in shorter supply and the current rate of movement is greater than supply can sustain. Stemilt Marketing Director, Brianna Shales, looks at the latest Stemilt data that supports a need to shift promotion plans from Honeycrisp to other apples like Cosmic Crisp®, SweeTango® SugarBee® and Envy® to relieve industry pressure on Honeycrisp volumes.  

Bako Sweet Helps Consumers Sweeten Their Holidays With Value-Added Products

November 26, 2024 Bako Sweet

Thanksgiving is the season of comfort food, and sweet potatoes are taking center stage, thanks to Bako Sweet® and their array of creative holiday-inspired recipes and retail solutions. From traditional Sweet Potato Casserole to innovative twists like Apple Pie Stuffed Sweet Potatoes and Parmesan Crusted Sweet Potatoes, sweet potatoes are proving to be the versatile holiday hero retailers need to drive sales.