 Research Reveals the Impact of In-Store Sampling
A new independent study proves for the first time in-store sampling not only has dramatic sales impact on the day of the sampling event, but also increases sales of established products and line extensions, as well as new products, for many weeks following. Click here to read the entire story from QSR | | | Organic Foods Get on Private-Label Wagon
As More Shoppers Pinch Pennies, Grocery Chains See 'Natural' Expansion of Store Brands. Click here to read the entire story from the Wall Street Journal | | | Retailers Have Become Green Innovators: Study
A Retail Systems Research (RSR) report released yesterday in partnership with the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) has found that top retailers have established themselves as innovators in environmental sustainability and remain committed to incorporating green practices into their operations.Burger King restaurants are now cooking with trans fat-free oils. Click here to read the entire story from Progressive Grocer | | | Safeway chairman, president and CEO addresses promotional pricing bust
It just doesn’t pay to be too promotional anymore. Click here to read the entire story from Drug Store News | | | Food shoppers trading down
On expensive items like soda, wine, snacks. Click here to read the entire story from the Seattle Times | | | | INDUSTRY EVENTS | Natural Products Expo Asia - August 27-29, 2009 at the Hong Kong Exhibition and Event Center The trade show is expected to attract record number of exhibitors and attendees, reflecting the explosive growth of the natural, organic, and health sector across the region. This year, show facilities have been expanded to accommodate more than 500 exhibitors from around the globe, and the event is expected to draw 12,000 buyers from more than 30 countries. Click here to find out more
To learn about other important industry events, visit the U.S. Foodlink events listing at http://www.usfoodlink.com/progressivegrocer/cp/foodexport/events/index.jsp.
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USFOODLINK.COM? |  New soy snacks
Building on the success of its Nature’s Select Dry Roasted Soynuts, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Select Soy, LLC has launched three scrumptious line extensions. Click here to read more | |
