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FMI, NRF and others push back on reports of rising credit card fees

 By Heather Lalley on Aug. 30, 2023

Visa and Mastercard are expected to raise credit-card network and interchange fees by more than $500 million this year, a move being fought by retail industry groups.

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Foxtrot teams up with KeHE Distributors

 By Diane Adam on Aug. 08, 2023

The Chicago-based hybrid retailer said the partnership will help change how consumers perceive convenience stores and their offerings.

Retailers

Erewhon Market makes equity investment in CPG brand Zuma Valley

By Diane Adam on Jul. 20, 2023

The food company makes coconut products that are featured in the grocer's famed smoothies and its whipped cream is a bestseller for the upscale grocer.

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7 key points from FMI’s 2023 Industry Speaks report

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 12, 2023

Here’s a CliffsNotes version of the mammoth 74th annual industry survey that takes the pulse of grocers and suppliers about workforce, technology, inflation and much more.

Retailers

Tech innovation central to FMI initiatives

By Timothy Inklebarger on Jun. 15, 2023

FMI — The Food Industry Association President and CEO Leslie Sarasin identified six imperative issues confronting the food industry in her annual state of the industry address.

Retail Foodservice

Fresh, best and low-stress: Trendspotting at IDDBA 2023

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 05, 2023

Food retailers and suppliers kicked off the first day of the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association show in Anaheim, California, on Sunday with a focus on convenience—for customers and for employees.

Technology

IDDBA 2023: Shopper data matters more as margins tighten

By Timothy Inklebarger on Jun. 05, 2023

Grocers can subscribe to an ignorance-is-bliss mindset or embrace technology, which will not only help their business to thrive but also prevent running afoul of new government regulations, a speaker at IDDBA 2023 told attendees.

Retailers

IDDBA 2023: Grab-and-go, prepared foods a big opportunity to snag restaurant dollars

By Timothy Inklebarger on Jun. 04, 2023

The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association conference kicked off Sunday in Anaheim, California, with a clear message for grocers that there's ample opportunity to steal market share from restaurants.

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IDDBA announces ‘Champions of Change’ honorees

By WGB Staff on May 15, 2023

The International Dairy, Deli, Bakery Association is putting the spotlight on 34 industry leaders who are helping to advance grocery fresh food departments. Awards will be given out at the IDDBA conference on June 4 in Anaheim, California.

Technology

Mercatus partners with Eagle Eye on loyalty, data service

By Timothy Inklebarger on May 10, 2023

The partnership will create “seamless, engaging and tailored online shopping experiences for their customers and improve the overall performance of their loyalty programs,” the company said.

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