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FMI Research: More Consumers Eating Seafood at Home, but Seafood Unit Sales Return to Pre-Pandemic Level

March 14, 2024 FMI

At Seafood Expo North America, FMI- The Food Industry Association released the Power of Seafood 2024 report, which finds seafood volume and dollar amounts have decreased, however, consumers are choosing to cook seafood dishes at home. With these shifts in purchasing and consumption, food retailers can attract seafood shoppers by emphasizing nutrition, sustainability and offering meal ideas. …

The Highly Anticipated FMI Power of Produce 2024 Launches at SEPC’s Southern Exposure

March 11, 2024 Southeast Produce Council

The Southeast Produce Council (SEPC) is excited to announce the unveiling of the highly anticipated FMI – Food Industry Association’s Power of Produce 2024. …

FMI Applauds Introduction of Legislation to Address Challenges with FDA’s Food Traceability Rule

March 6, 2024 FMI

FMI – The Food Industry Association welcomed the introduction of the Food Traceability Enhancement Act in the U.S. House of Representatives by Reps. Scott Franklin (R-FL), Sanford Bishop (D-GA) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) that would address key implementation and compliance challenges with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Food Traceability Rule. The legislation would make targeted improvements to the rule that are necessary for more feasible industry compliance while continuing to enhance food safety. FMI President and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin offered the following statement.  …

FMI acknowledges the accomplishments among its Executive Leadership Award recipients at the Midwinter Executive Conference

January 26, 2024 FMI

These seven executives exemplify excellence in the food industry through innovative leadership, community outreach, and stellar customer service. The 2024 awards were presented at FMI’s Midwinter Executive Conference on Marco Island, Florida. …

Augmodo Wins FMItech Pitch Competition

January 26, 2024 FMI

FMI – The Food Industry Association announces Augmodo as the champion of the third-annual FMItech Pitch Competition live at the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference. Three finalists presented their food retail technology start-up solutions and event attendees voted on the winner. …