IRI, NPD unveil combined brand identity, Circana On the heels of their merger, the consumer research firms have adopted a new brand Amid high inflation and supply chain issues, private label powers up Store brands are making their mark A red alert on rising food costs With inflation on the rise, grocers need to get creative to keep customers coming and margins manageable A growing appetite for meal solutions As consumers seek help in the kitchen, there’s a huge opportunity for grocers to be the go-to destination for meals Toilet paper limits, empty shelves are back as virus surges in the U.S. Though grocers and suppliers are better prepared for stockpiling this time around, paper products and cleaning products are in short supply Will COVID change consumer interest in local? Some experts say the pandemic has put a spotlight on fundamental changes that need to be made to Canada’s food chain Adding oomph to the produce department Fruit and veggies are the star of the store, but it may be time for a refresh The Japanese ice cream treat heating up the freezer aisle My/Mo brand is available in 12,000 grocery stores across Canada and the U.S. Water, water everywhere Whether packed with protein or drawn from glaciers, Canadians are quenching their thirst with Earth's original beverage Favourite grocery stores among U.S. wealthiest are Target, Walmart The wealthy shop big box stores for more than just non-foods, in fact they prefer them for their groceries, HMR 1 2 Next Last