PMMI researchers study growth of ready retail packaging Jeremy Gerrard June 18, 2014 With an increasing demand for ready retail packaging (RRP), a new report from PMMI suggests manufacturers are ready to invest in specialized equipment in order to keep up with industry growth. Read More
TECH FLASH PMMI announces findings of Retail Ready Packaging study Economic growth and urbanization have lead to an increase in retail ready packaging markets around the world Jeremy Gerrard May 13, 2014 Economic growth and urbanization lead to increase in retail ready packaging markets around the world.Read More
US consumer food prices up .4 percent in March, says Labor Department Overall, prices rose .2 percent. Shane O'Halloran April 15, 2014 Overall, prices rose .2 percent.Read More
TECH FLASH McDonald’s plans to “refocus core” to win back customers The company says the timeline of last year’s menu additions stressed many restaurants. Shane O'Halloran March 26, 2014 This year, McDonald’s will play up its classics, plus the quality of its coffee.Read More
February food prices see biggest increase since 2011 The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports prices were up .4 percent in the month. Shane O'Halloran March 19, 2014 The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports prices were up .4 percent in the month. Read More
Editor's Note Retail check: Blurred lines expanding in grocery shopping aisles Retail categories continue to blur, according to emerging research. Joyce Fassl March 8, 2014 A research survey conducted last fall by King Retail Solutions shows shoppers’ attitudes about why and where they shop for groceries are evolving. Read More
TECH FLASH Coca-Cola eyes home market in new partnership with Keurig maker The move will bring the soft drink giant into competition with SodaStream. Shane O'Halloran February 12, 2014 The partnership agreement will last for 10 years.Read More
Grocery Manufacturers Assocation to petition for national GMO labeling standards The petition would halt state-by-state efforts to set standards. Shane O'Halloran January 14, 2014 The petition would halt state-by-state efforts to set standards.Read More
Whole Foods to drop Chobani The grocer says it wants to make room for smaller brands. Shane O'Halloran December 19, 2013 The grocer says it wants to make room for smaller brands.Read More
FMI and United Fresh commit to co-locating trade events for three years United Fresh 2014 and FMI Connect, the Global Food Retail Experience will be held in Chicago from June 10-14, 2014. Shane O'Halloran October 2, 2013 United Fresh 2014 and FMI Connect, the Global Food Retail Experience will be held in Chicago from June 10-14, 2014.Read More