APRIL 28, 2023

Podcast: How long can the private brand streak last?

In-store brands have taken off during this inflationary period, and the latest SN Off the Shelf addresses if the surge will continue.

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Seafood prices up a tick; sales remain solid

Product moved very consistently during March.

House debt-ceiling plan would impact SNAP recipients

Speaker McCarthy wants to increase the age window to save billions of dollars.

Aldi adds to growth with store openings out west

New locations are part of the grocer’s aggressive strategy over the last couple of years.

Kroger ready to expand technology reach

Grocer will offer scan-as-you-go and will take advantage of other applications.

Upcycled bread now a Kroger brand, but what is it?

Customers may not know where ingredients come from, or what the term “upcycled” means.

Why you should invest in a centralized kitchen

For Pennsylvania-based Redner’s Markets, sales have been up 20% to 30% year over year as a result of adding that kitchen.

Tell us what you think ...

It's Friday and the poll results are in.

We asked: Lately, the sky’s the limit for U.S. frozen sales. In January 2022, frozen food sales were up 26% compared to January 2020. Are you seeing an increase in your frozen food sales?

And you answered:

Yes, massive (49%)
Meh, it’s been negligible (25%)
No, we’re not seeing that (20%)
Other, tell us in the comments (5%)

And you said:
Adrian Allen, Retail Manager
With the challenging obstacles the restaurant dining and fast food are facing (pricing, supply chain, staffing and employee retention, criticisms from social media, quality of food, service, and consistency) without a doubt has lead to stronger frozen food sales and prepared meals within the department. You also include the addition of all of the gluten-free, vegan and keto-friendly options expanding into the category ... win-win there.

Steven Calzada
Frozen sales have increased, but year over year will be skewed due to supply issues from the end of '21 and beginning of '22 especially in frozen categories.
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Have another thought? Weigh in on our LinkedIn poll here, or email the SN staff at contactus@supermarketnews.com. And have a great weekend.

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