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.
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.
Irritation over grocery costs spanned all consumer age groups and income levels in a recent survey — 87% of baby boomers polled voiced frustration, as did 79% of households with over $100,000 in annual income.
David Eaheart, senior director of communications and brand marketing for Seaboard Foods, said pre-seasoned products take the guess work, and the risk, out of the consumers’ hands.
ILA and USMX agreed on wages and an extension to the Master Contract until Jan. 15, 2025, ensuring that all affected ports can reopen while they continue to negotiate outstanding issues.
Insights from Smithfield showed that foodservice operators traditionally faced the challenge of balancing convenience with the quality and flavor that customers demand.