Consumer Insights

But retailers in traditional channels face tough competition from the online, farm and feed, and pet specialty retail channels.

And consumers are crossing channels in the quest for value.

They are willing to spend 31 percent more money per week on grocery items produced in ways that uphold the principles of corporate social responsibility.

Overall, 2014 holiday sales are expected to grow to $616.9 billion, a more than 3.1 percent increase over 2013.

By looking at what shoppers want and collaborating with their store brand suppliers, retailers could develop a successful omnichannel strategy.

During a panel discussion at the 2014 Store Brands Collaboration Summit, retailers and suppliers agreed that shopper-minded product development is key to delivering winning store brand products.

Collaborate to evolve marketing efforts for a store brand with a heritage, as Winn-Dixie did with its "Beef People" campaign.

Retailers that address boomers' health and wellness concerns could see store brand sales soar.

Currently, the FDA is weighing revisions to the guidelines following a six-month-long public comment period that ended on Aug. 1.

Growth in the consumption of carbonated packaged water is expected to be much higher in the United States than globally, according to a new report from Canadean.

Single-person households present opportunity for retailers and their store brands, as frugality and conscientious purchasing behaviors linger.

Understanding how consumers use your product in their homes can help you make adjustments that enhance sales.