Private label sales off to a strong start in Q1 2022Sales data from IRI shows that private label sales increased in the first quarter of 2022, marking a third straight month of growth. Kroger launches Restaurant Supply in Dallas areaSmall businesses in Dallas, Texas will have access to wholesale ordering and next-day delivery of Kroger products. Grocery leader Willard "Bill" Bishop passes away at 80 Bishop was major player in the grocery industry with several decades of experience. PLMA kicks off Global event, shares speaking schedule The Private Label Manufacturers Association has kicked off its PLMA Global online, with dozens of speakers to follow in the coming days. Chocolate and candy sales hit all-time high in 2021 Private label innovations helped the category hit a new high in 2021, with more Americans treating themselves to sweets during the pandemic. Velocity Institute announces private label pitch competition Velocity Institute, formerly known as the Retail Brand Institute, is preparing for its May expo event with a private label pitch competition. Family farmers from Sanderson Farms earn honors for sustainability Three of the chicken supplier's family farmers have earned recognition from the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association. Transparency still of major importance to shoppers, new report says FMI and NeilsenIQ's latest report gives retailers a look into consumer attitudes about product transparency. Midwinter is back on FMI reschedules its signature event for March 28-31. Certification, labeling key for store brand success in compostables Speakers at the recent Store Brands webinar on composting discussed how private label brands can become compost-friendly. First Previous 16 17 18 19 20 Next Last