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Survey signals new wave of organic consumers on the horizon

Millennials are big buyers of organic, and that becoming a parent only deepens the strong affinity for organic shared by this powerful generation.
May 18, 2018
A new survey released by the Organic Trade Association (OTA), Washington, D.C., on the organic attitude of U.S. families shows that Millennials are big buyers of organic, and that becoming a parent only deepens the strong affinity for organic shared by this powerful generation.
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Report unveils Top 10 sustainability-based trends in 2018

Much like their Millennial counterparts, Generation Z is focused on the impact companies have on the world.
May 17, 2018
The Centre for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE), Chicago, released the Top 10 sustainability-based trends to watch and prepare for in 2018.
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Kroger, Ocado form exclusive partnership to increase online shopping capabilities

This agreement will provide Kroger customers with online ordering, automated fulfillment and home delivery capabilities.
May 17, 2018
The Kroger Co., Cincinnati, and online supermarket Ocado, based in UK, announced an exclusive partnership agreement in the United States that will accelerate Kroger's creation of a seamless shopping experience for U.S. consumers.
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Survey reveals opportunities, challenges with AI

The survey revealed that transportation and logistics, automotive and technology companies are at the forefront of AI adoption.
May 17, 2018
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Boston, Mass., surveyed 1,000 executives and managers across many industries to examine the status and expectations of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption.
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Scales Corp. sells cold storage business to Emergent Cold

Scales provides supply chain services for importers, exporters and FMCG businesses.
May 17, 2018
Scales Corp. Ltd., New Zealand, announced plans to sell its cold storage businesses, Polarcold Stores Ltd. and Whakatu Coldstores Ltd. (which merged Jan. 1 under the Polarcold brand), to Emergent Cold, Dallas, Texas, for $151.4 million.
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Raley’s opens first all-organic retail location

The store was developed specifically to meet the needs of consumers overwhelmed by trying to decipher food labels and translate ingredient lists.
May 17, 2018
Raley’s, West Sacramento, Calif., opened Market 5-ONE-5, a new modern market focused on customers’ well-being.
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Survey: Organics, natural, sustainability grow as priorities among U.S. consumers

“Food values” continue their growth as a factor in consumers’ decision-making, with organics increasingly popular in purchasing choices.
May 17, 2018
More than one in three U.S. consumers are following a specific diet or eating pattern, and are increasingly averse to carbohydrates and sugar, according to the “13th Annual Food and Health Survey,” released by the International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation, Washington, D.C.
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Cargill survey reveals U.S. consumers confident their food is safe

The survey also found that nearly 80% believed food producers are taking the necessary steps to ensure their meat is safe for grilling, while 87% believed an animal’s diet can have an impact on food safety.
May 17, 2018
Ninety-four percent of Americans say they trust their food is safe yes, according to a survey released by Cargill, Wichita, Kan.
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