Meat departments post sharp drop in pounds for October Concerns over inflation drive the decline. Anne-Marie Roerink November 15, 2023 No Comments The nation’s eyes remain on money-saving measures, with 83% having made one or more changes to their grocery shopping habits. Read More
Deli-prepared food posting strong showing Deli-prepared items continue their encouraging sales performance. Anne-Marie Roerink November 6, 2023 No Comments Deli-prepared foods generated $1.9 billion in September and improved unit sales above year-ago levels. Read More
Chicken sales came on strong in September 2023 Sustained pressure on income continues to affect at-home meal preparation patterns. Anne-Marie Roerink October 27, 2023 No Comments Home-centric life provides many occasion-based opportunities for marketers. Read More
The key to a great grocery store meat department Consumer trends shaping the in-store experience. September 29, 2023 No Comments Essential components for a great meat department.Read More
Fresh meat posts strong performance at retail in August 2023 Share of consumers who believe the cost of groceries is higher than last year dropped below the 90% mark for the first time in many months. Anne-Marie Roerink September 27, 2023 No Comments August’s summer weather, time off and travel boosted restaurant dining.Read More
Red, white and deli: July Fourth proves a sales driver The holiday week saw strong sales for trays and charcuterie meats. Anne-Marie Roerink September 1, 2023 No Comments The ultimate value is the combination of price with elements such as convenience, health, taste and experience.Read More
Summer meal patterns provide opportunity for deli meats Grilling season, outdoor entertaining and travel offer marketing potential. Anne-Marie Roerink June 21, 2023 No Comments Deli-prepared foods rank as the biggest seller in the deli department, and also had strong year-on-year growth performance.Read More
Marketplace pressure drives stronger demand for grinds and chicken Consumers shift dollars between retail and foodservice as well as between channels, products and brands in an effort to save. Anne-Marie Roerink June 15, 2023 No Comments Average price per pound in the meat department across all cuts and kinds, both fixed and random weight, weighed in at $4.56 in May 2023.Read More
Earlier Easter challenges April meat department sales Deceleration in the rate of inflation influences market. Anne-Marie Roerink May 18, 2023 No Comments The price per unit across all foods and beverages increases by 8.2% in April Read More
Lamb and smoked ham post strong sales leading up to Easter March meat sales stayed within 1.5% of last year’s level in pounds, while dollars sales were virtually flat at -0.6%. Anne-Marie Roerink April 26, 2023 No Comments Fresh meat ranks as the biggest seller, outperforming processed meat in dollars and pounds. Read More