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Frozen and Refrigerated Foods See Sky-High Spike in Sales Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

New data from IRI details consumer food and beverage stockpiling trends since March 1.

March 30, 2020

New data from research firm IRI (Information Resources Inc.) and BCG (Boston Consulting Group) shows frozen and refrigerated food sales spiking 78.8% and 57.8%, respectively, compared to a year ago, and attributed to COVID-19-related stockpiling by consumers beginning on March 1. The numbers are through the week ending March 15.

How the freezer aisle can adapt to Gen Z’s shopping behaviors

The food industry can expect to be influenced by the demands and desires of the young and opinionated Gen Z consumer.

Mike Ryan

January 17, 2020

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As Gen Z takes the lead as one of the nation’s most influential groups of consumers, today’s brands can hold fast to the knowledge that nutrition and convenience remain at the helm, all supported by the need for authenticity.

Study reveals the secret life of a supermarket shopper

Wearable cameras enable researchers to track patterns such as when consumers shift focus from their shopping lists and begin looking at unplanned or unfamiliar product choices.

December 18, 2019

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Researchers at Stanford GSB worked to reveal the secret life of a supermarket shopper.

Study finds online supermarket shoppers register improved overall satisfaction, higher first-time use

This year’s research found Walmart (37%) surging ahead of Amazon (29%) in terms of shoppers indicating the provider used on their most recent online grocery shopping experience.

December 11, 2019

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The Retail Feedback Group (RFG), Lake Success, N.Y., released the 2019 U.S. Online Grocery Shopper Study.

Report recaps 7 hot trends to watch for in 2020

As global economic factors, political implications and labor concerns gain steam, consumer behaviors are impacted and their sensibilities are more attuned to the value equation for dining occasions.

November 25, 2019

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Everything’s connected. That’s the central theme that emerged from a report published by Technomic, Chicago.

How to reinvigorate the breakfast niche

With the onset of functional ingredients, there has also been an increase in grazing, which is disrupting America’s cultural normalcy of three square meals per day.

Sotheary Hom

November 22, 2019

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Today, there is a major need for grocery leaders and brands to take consumers in stride as they continue to evolve.

Acosta reveals Top 20 CPG predictions for 2020

Some predictions include higher demand for pet products, integration of the in-store and online shopping experience and non-traditional channel growth.

November 18, 2019

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Experts from Acosta, Jacksonville, Fla., compiled its Top 20 consumer packaged goods (CPG) predictions for 2020.

Research reveals complexity of private label shopping expectations

Private brands led manufacturer brands in dollar sales growth across multiple retail outlets for the second consecutive year, up 5.4%.

November 7, 2019

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Newly released consumer research by Food Marketing Institute (FMI), Arlington, Va., and IRI, Chicago, reveals that food retail private brands have greater influence on where grocery customers shop.

Study: Buying less is better than buying green

Study participants who reported having fewer materialistic values were more likely to engage in reduced consumption.

November 7, 2019

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Humans' overconsumption of resources – from food to transportation– is a leading contributor to global climate change, says Sabrina Helm, researcher for University of Arizona, Tucson, Ariz.

Study: 55% of consumers likely to choose retailer offering self-checkout

The convenience of mobile devices has completely changed shopping behaviors.

November 5, 2019

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According to “SPECIAL REPORT: The Future of Retail,” produced by BRP Consulting, Boston, retailers indicate the following are the top unified commerce priorities to enhance the customer experience.

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