Top News in the Produce Industry September 16 – 29
September 29, 2023
Here is our bi-weekly roundup of the latest food industry news. In the weeks of September 16-29, McKinsey identified 5 trends grocery retailers should focus on through the rest of 2023, demand for better meat packaging increased, and Wakefern launched a new solution to live track delivery of groceries.
5 Trends Grocers Should Focus on Through the Rest of 2023
McKinsey & Co. released its report, The State of Grocery in North America 2023, identifying 5 trends grocers should keep an eye on for the rest of the year. Delivering value, personalized experience, and sustainability are some of the trends mentioned.
Better Packaging Demands Boosted by Increased Meat Consumption
The trend of demanding better packaging for meat and poultry will continue to grow as meat consumption increases worldwide according to the Meat Packaging Market Global Industry Analysis by Future Market Insights. Packaging that extends the maximum shelf life of meat products is the main concern in North America.
Food Safety for Grocery Retailers
Progressive Grocer shared 3 steps grocery retailers can take to reassess food safety in the grocery retail space.
Taste Remains an Issue in Plant-Based Foods
According to the Power of Plant-Based Alternative Foods and Beverages 2023 report from FMI, taste is the number one reason for consumers to buy plant-based products again.
Wakefern’s Live Tracking of Online Deliveries
Wakefern launched live tracking with Delivery Solutions for the delivery of online grocery orders. The solution is available through ShopRite and The Fresh Grocer locations.
Best Grocery Stores in America
USA Today announced the list of the 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, recognizing the 10 best grocery stores in the US. Factors like value, selection, and service determined the winners.
Fresh Del Monte named Humankind 100 company
For the second year in a row, Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. was named a Humankind 100 company. The list honors companies that have a significant and positive impact in certainareas, like access to food, clean water, health care, and digital services.
