Kroger's Fred Meyer Division has earned a loyal following and a good reputation for its extensive selection of natural and organic products. It may not be such a surprise, given the format's headquarters is Portland...
Just about everything has an organic counterpart. Except seafood.In its simplest form, the problem is that humans are much more adept at regulating conditions on land. They're able to take steps that keep pesticides...
SEATTLE (FNS) -- Metropolitan Market here threw the spotlight on domestically produced artisan cheeses by hosting the nation's leading cheese makers at a tasting promotion.The two-week event, at all five of the...
SEATTLE (FNS) -- Larry's Markets here spotlighted a local winemaker this past month in its latest effort to create a point of difference with oenophiles.Boutique winemaker Eric Dunham and his winery, Dunham Cellars...
SEATTLE (FNS) -- Retail promotions of Washington State wine in August spurred sales across the state, with the Seattle market alone growing sales more than 29%, ACNielsen figures showed.Sixty-nine supermarket units...
VISUALS PLAY MANY ROLES IN THE SUPERMARKET environment. They can guide customers as they navigate aisles and displays. They can be promotional in nature and tout a particular product's benefits.Natural and organic...
Whole Foods is often touted as an A-list guest at any real estate gathering. The buzz? Not every food retailer is capable of increasing neighborhood market values like a Whole Foods store can, as a recent profile in...
In the uncertain world of organic supply, Redner's Warehouse Markets walks on sturdier legs. The 38-unit retailer, based in Reading, Pa., has joined with a national grower/shipper to test new ways of merchandising...
Celiac disease, also known as gluten sensitive enteropathy (GSE) or gluten intolerance, affects about one out of every 133 Americans. Along with food allergies, it has become a topic of concern for manufacturers and...
Produce marketers are poised to take full advantage of the 13 fruit and vegetable servings a day recommended as part of the government's new dietary guidelines. This spring and summer, watch for a new crop of...