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Top Products of April 2019: Editors' Elites

Tastes are changing as consumers consider adding new healthy choices to shopping carts. WGB editors try out some new products from April 2019.

Fresh Food

Education, Experience 'In Store' at IDDBA

Now called "What’s In Store Live," the destination area at IDDBA's annual event will showcase innovative and creative ways to draw consumers to dairy, deli, bakery, cheese and prepared-food departments.

Retail Foodservice

The Greatest American Gyro: Supermarkets Fight for Sandwich Supremacy

By Jennifer Strailey on Apr. 19, 2019

Retailers' foodservice programs look to fresh, healthful ingredients, ethnic flavors, variety and convenience to drive sales.

Industry Partners

IDDBA Evolves Trade Show With 'What’s In Store Live'

By WGB Staff on Apr. 15, 2019

The interactive merchandising show will get a new name and integration into the association's annual research publication.

Fresh Food

Food Prices Are on the Rise

By Phil Lempert on Apr. 15, 2019

The Lempert Report: Trendy diets aren't just providing a temporary boost for innovative companies. Food prices are changing, and farmers face new challenges in meeting changing consumer demands.

Products

A Taste of the 2019 Annual Meat Conference

By Natalie Taylor on Apr. 10, 2019

With transparency, quality and inspired meal occasions top of mind, WGB reveals its favorite finds from the showroom floor.

Retailers

Euro Trip: Inside the Netherlands' Foodmarkt

By Anne-Marie Roerink on Apr. 03, 2019

In the first of a new European store tour series, WGB insider Anne-Marie Roerink explores the new, large-format concept by the Netherlands supermarket chain Jumbo, featuring historic architectural highlights and extensive deli-prepared offerings.

Fresh Food

Which Generation Is Most Concerned About Food Waste?

By Phil Lempert on Mar. 29, 2019

The Lempert Report: Nearly 2,100 Americans were surveyed on their attitudes about and knowledge of food issues. While the majority of Americans have fighting food waste on their mind, many do not know where to begin.

Fresh Food

How Urban Agriculture Could Help Fight Food Insecurity

By Phil Lempert on Mar. 22, 2019

The Lempert Report: Unused land near city centers could be used to grow fresh produce and support certain animal products.

Fresh Food

Another Downside to Climate Change

By Phil Lempert on Mar. 21, 2019

The Lempert Report: A new study suggests a warming planet may increase incidences of food poisoning.