Supermarket Perimeter asked Bill Lynch, president of the Specialty Food Association (SFA), about the upcoming Summer Fancy Food Show.

Enhance operational efficiencies, improve customer experience, increase profitability, and reduce food waste with AI-enhanced solutions.

Danfoss’s new grocery “smart store” is expected to be about 50% more energy-efficient than a typical supermarket.

Fruits and vegetables have grown the most in affordability since January 2020 with a 17.3% CPI increase, followed by dairy and related products at 20.5%.

Leading grocers are incorporating more environmentally friendly factors into their stores, including bakery packaging and delivery services.

FreshTake promises an “unmatched shopping journey that blends convenience, culinary indulgence and leisure.”

Yet “normal” should not be construed as beneficial to all; rather, it may signal a higher degree of market predictability.

Consumers have a variety of priorities in how they spend their food dollars, and they’re trying to find a balance between money, time, taste, nutrition and experience. 

Island Pacific said the new store will have events such as cooking demonstrations, food tastings, art exhibits, cultural workshops and instore promotions.

Emerging brands exhibiting at the Summer Fancy Food Show are reimagining grocery staples.