In Supermarket Perimeter's October issue, we highlighted four innovative products that are new to the fresh perimeter.

Younger consumers in particular are going global in their food choices, according to research from Cargill’s 2024 Protein Profiles trends report.

Well-received by customers thus far, Hot Honey Beer rub has been described as “bacon with a kick”, “unique” and “a great addition to our bacon offerings,” Excalibur said.

Canada Packers will build on Maple Leaf’s legacy as a leader in the pork industry for nearly a century, Maple Leaf said.

The Meat Institute announced the 24 meat industry professionals selected for its 2024 Emerging Leaders Program.

Butterball noted that there is no neck or giblets to remove and fewer steps to follow with less mess to manage.

Products associated with the recall range from RTE poultry, frozen meals, prepared foods, prepared salads, salad kits and others.

While the conduct was limited to a few individuals, Foster Farms said it will implement additional animal welfare practices as a safeguard against repeated violations in the future.

FSIS said the change better aligns with on-farm practices and consumer expectations documented in a petition from Perdue Farms.

Scott Heyer, senior product marketing manager of space and assortment at RELEX Solutions, said that merchandising should be assessed on a week-by-week basis and for some departments, even daily.