Top News in the Produce Industry September 1 – 15
By iFoodDS Team
September 15, 2022
Consumers’ Views on Grocery Retailers’ Sustainability Efforts
According to recent surveys, consumers consider grocery retailers’ sustainability efforts when making purchase decisions. Younger consumers especially prioritize sustainability practices and follow sustainable habits like recycling.
Americans Trust Government’s Food Safety Efforts
Alliance for Food and Farming conducted a study that revealed concerns about produce safety declined 20% compared to the previous survey conducted in 2016.
Grocery Retailers and Food Manufacturers’ Role in Food Waste Reduction
A recent McKinsey study encourages grocery retailers to examine data from suppliers and work with them to increase visibility into food loss.
State of the Food Retail Industry According to Grocers
“The Food Retailing Industry Speaks” report recently released by FMI, surveyed suppliers and retailers to understand their challenges. Retailers said that unpredictable inflation remains their top concern, and labor shortages are a shared concern for both retailers and suppliers.
1 in 5 Items Are Out of Stock
As retailers continue to face supply chain struggles, factors like theft, employee mistakes, and spoilage are impacting retailers’ inventory and resulting in consumers having a negative shopping experience, with 1 in every 5 items being out of stock.
Supply Chain Trends for 2023
According to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, the three trends in the food supply chain to watch out for in 2023 are new ag policy, international ag trade, and tech trends that move away from supply chain reliance.
