Marina Mayer

How foodservice distributors become one-stop shops for cold food industry

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods interviewed a handful of foodservice distributors to learn more about their challenges, solutions, initiatives and technologies designed to move foodservice distribution forward.

Marina Mayer

September 8, 2017

US Foods, Dot Foods, Golden State Foods and J.S.B. Industries weigh in on the future of foodservice distribution.

How automation, food safety, labor retention affect the future of cold storage construction

Advancements in energy efficiency, food safety and green building materials present positive moves forward for the design-build industry.

Marina Mayer

September 6, 2017

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods interviewed several design-build firms to discover the trends impacting today’s—and tomorrow’s—cold food industry.

The retail evolution

E-commerce and mobile couponing are changing the way consumers shop.

Marina Mayer

July 18, 2017

Editor-in-chief Marina Mayer discusses The Retail Evolution, and why it’s important to keep trends in motion.

How forklifts & batteries keep the industry moving forward

The impact of e-commerce, increased SKUs and just-in-time demands place an extra complexity to how manufacturing facilities and distribution centers operate.

Marina Mayer

July 17, 2017

In this special report, lift truck providers reveal trends, challenges, solutions and what cold food and beverage processors need to know in order to keep the cold food industry moving forward.

The retail evolution—The way consumers shop is re-shaping the future of the cold food industry

State of the Industry 2017: The retail evolution—How the way consumers shop is re-shaping the future of the cold food industry

The grocery landscape is changing. What were once considered futuristic technologies like drones, robots and artificial intelligence are now merging with grocery retail to expand and re-shape the shopping experience.

Marina Mayer

July 13, 2017

This year's State of the Industry report uncovers trends pertaining to the grocery retail landscap, new product development, challenges with e-commerce and more.

State of the Industry 2017: Private label drives frozen desserts category

Store brand/private label products account for nearly 20% of all frozen dessert sales, with packaged and novelties combined, and as much as half the sales in the sherbet/sorbet/water ice category.

Marina Mayer

July 13, 2017

Looking ahead, there are good reasons to believe that private label frozen desserts will continue to gain market share.

State of the Industry 2017: Flavor, functionality drive growth in refrigerated beverages

When it comes to making healthier choices, a majority of today’s grocery shoppers identified the fresh, clean and sustainable benefits of refrigerated beverages among their top purchase priorities.

Marina Mayer

July 13, 2017

Changing demographics and purchasing behaviors make it crucial for beverage industry leaders to understand and capitalize on key consumer insights.

State of the Industry 2017: Dips reign as powerhouse products

The chips and dips market is poised to reach a robust $19.2 billion in sales by 2020.

Marina Mayer

July 13, 2017

From intricate flavoring to the influx of high-pressure processing (HPP) technology, the refrigerated dips and spreads market continues to experience elevated growth.

State of the Industry 2017: On-the-go breakfast sparks innovation

On the retail side, consumers are diversifying their breakfast selections, from yogurt to frozen breakfast sandwiches and even frozen snacks like bagel bites.

Marina Mayer

July 12, 2017

Consumers continue to embrace snacking, which is causing changes in consumers’ relationships with traditional breakfast foods.

State of the Industry 2017: The rise of frozen vegetables

Changing consumption patterns, busy schedules, the demand for newer flavors and ingredients and convenience contribute to this growth.

Marina Mayer

July 12, 2017

The global frozen fruits and vegetable market will grow at an annual rate of 5.34% and reach 751 million tons by 2027.

Articles by Marina Mayer

How foodservice distributors become one-stop shops for cold food industry

How automation, food safety, labor retention affect the future of cold storage construction

The retail evolution

How forklifts & batteries keep the industry moving forward

State of the Industry 2017: The retail evolution—How the way consumers shop is re-shaping the future of the cold food industry

State of the Industry 2017: Private label drives frozen desserts category

State of the Industry 2017: Flavor, functionality drive growth in refrigerated beverages

State of the Industry 2017: Dips reign as powerhouse products

State of the Industry 2017: On-the-go breakfast sparks innovation

State of the Industry 2017: The rise of frozen vegetables

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