Impulse purchases, displays and in-stock value were three of the main themes during FMI’s ‘Power of Produce 2024’ session at the SEPC’s Southern Exposure.
In FMI's “Power of Private Brands 2023” report, 53% of consumers said private label offerings are very or extremely important in determining where they shop.
For 2024, as the availability of bacon rose and pricing leveled off to what consumers are willing to pay, retailers have begun promoting it and consumers are responding by purchasing bacon at or above prior levels.
The diet was praised for its focus on overall quality, instead of a single nutrient or food group, and on daily consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts, legumes, olive oil, herbs and spices.
Data and analytics solution provider NIQ (formerly NielsenIQ) is promoting Elizabeth Buchanan to president of its North American division, effective Jan. 1, 2024.