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Mouth guards: savvy grocers are making inroads against drugstores when it comes to oral care sales.		May 1, 2013	899
Rubbing salt on it.		May 1, 2013	213
Enhancing the experience.		May 1, 2013	156
Fun with accessories.		May 1, 2013	138
Sophisticated cat treats.		May 1, 2013	112
Olive oil is branching out: taste as well as health benefits continue to draw consumers into the olive oil category.		Apr 1, 2013	1668
Sleek shave.		Apr 1, 2013	136
Smooth and smokey.		Apr 1, 2013	107
Pushing e-cigs.		Apr 1, 2013	102
Anniversary Ball.		Apr 1, 2013	276
Flavor to the max.		Apr 1, 2013	109
Brushing for beginners.		Apr 1, 2013	195
Not so sil(ly) baking.		Apr 1, 2013	143
Happy teeth.		Apr 1, 2013	104
Nourishment for the skin.		Apr 1, 2013	152
Meating up in music city: stocked with innovative marketing and merchandising ideas, new products and sampling galore, AMI's Annual Meat Conference promises something for everyone.	Conference news	Feb 1, 2013	1671
Pets are people too: consumers "humanization" of pets continues and manufacturers are developing products to meet the ongoing trend.		Feb 1, 2013	1181
A vision for 2020: food retailing continues to undergo major changes. Some of the industry's top executives offer insights and opportunities.		Jan 1, 2013	3019
Hooked on seafood: increased costs for beef, chicken and pork have consumers trawling the seafood aisle in search of protein.		Jan 1, 2013	1058
Fearsome predator: Amazon.com is stressing price, convenience and selection to capture traditional grocery customers. Center store, nonfoods and even fresh items are at risk.		Dec 1, 2012	2551
Shining a light on batteries: grocers do not have to offer the lowest price on batteries if they promote them properly.		Dec 1, 2012	1197
Private (label) practices: trust and value have become cornerstones on which retailers can build store.		Nov 1, 2012	2750
Positive grains: more and more, consumers are interested in healthier options when shopping the supermarket cereal aisle.		Oct 1, 2012	1270
Promoting the printed page: consumers continue to buy print magazines and with a little attention, supermarkets can put themselves in a strong position to sell them.		Oct 1, 2012	1271
Remodeling the housewares department: with the right mix and category focus, supermarkets can thrive in the many different housewares categories.		Sep 1, 2012	1276
Road to recovery: with strong promotion and a wide array of products, supermarkets can compete with drugstores in the cough/cold category.		Sep 1, 2012	1323
Fired up for frozen foods: frozen food sales continue to improve as both retailers and manufacturers look to expand eating occasions.		Aug 1, 2012	1354
Feeding the community.		Aug 1, 2012	161
Vitamin sales are poppin': grocers are increasing sales and gaining market share in the valuable vitamin category.		Aug 1, 2012	1213
Bringing up baby: baby product manufacturers are trying to spur retail sates with innovative products and marketing programs.		Jul 1, 2012	1182
Squeezing the juice: manufacturers hope to invigorate the shelf-stable juice category with lower-calorie, healthful options.		Jun 1, 2012	1095
Ice cream social: the summer months provide retailers with ample opportunity to promote and sell frozen treats.		Jun 1, 2012	1292
Beers' fighting spirit(s): beer companies have ramped up their efforts with new products, increased promotion and creative packaging to help retailers lift beer sales.		May 1, 2012	1156
Reclaiming general merchandise: with dedicated focus, supermarkets can regain lost market share from the profitable general merchandise category.		May 1, 2012	1475
Lifting a glass ... of milk: for 100 years consumers have been twisting, licking and dunking the iconic Oreo cookie.		Apr 1, 2012	497
Starring in the lone star state: FMI2012 in Dallas promises something for everyone.		Apr 1, 2012	295
Thrill of the grill: the grilling season and consumers' desire to eat healthier are driving protein sales.		Apr 1, 2012	1388
Sprucing HBC assortments: there are dozens of HBC categories from which consumers can choose. To help increase sales, grocers would be wise to narrow the list a bit.		Apr 1, 2012	1621
Sending meaningful messages: greeting card suppliers are finding new ways to keep consumers engaged in the category.		Apr 1, 2012	1019
Struggling in the golden state.		Mar 1, 2012	2270
A swap of meaty ideas: the latest developments in meat retailing will be on display at the 2012 annual meat conference.	Conference news	Feb 1, 2012	1293
Vitamins grow up: more consumers, especially baby boomers, are looking to supermarkets to fill their vitamin and energy supplement needs.		Feb 1, 2012	1058
Fixating on oral care: consumers are incorporating more oral care products into their daily regiments, and savvy grocers are adjusting their product offerings.		Feb 1, 2012	1432
Hot times for frozen foods.		Jan 1, 2012	1735
Fitness in the food bowl.		Dec 1, 2011	1634
Pushing protein: retailer meat cases are in the midst of significant changes as leaner and smaller cuts gain popularity.		Dec 1, 2011	1460
Produce for a greater good: growers and shippers put their best foot forward during the Produce Marketing Association's annual Fresh Summit International convention & exposition.		Nov 1, 2011	1205
Maximizing private label's potential: grocers can use private label products as a springboard to enhancing general merchandise and health and beauty care sales.		Nov 1, 2011	1718
Raising a fingerling for potatoes: as consumers look to replicate meals they enjoy in restaurants and see on TV, specialty potatoes continue to grow in popularity.		Oct 1, 2011	1477
Disposable income? Retailers need to stay focused and flexible when merchandising the challenging disposable baby products category.		Oct 1, 2011	1245
Quenching a thirst for sales: beverage sales appear to be back on track following two off years.		Sep 1, 2011	1283
Reaping healthy sales from the sick: retailers that are not prepared for the flu season are sure to suffer sickly cough/cold OTC sales.		Sep 1, 2011	952
A real page-turner: even as digital media expands, there is still a place for magazines.		Sep 1, 2011	667
The power of brands: despite private label pressure, national brands continue to influence the supermarket landscape.		Aug 1, 2011	2352
Something to sink your teeth into: specialty and image-enhancing products are growing segments within the oral care category.		Aug 1, 2011	1695
In the bag.		Jul 1, 2011	270
Spicing up soup sales: manufacturers are looking to ethnic flavors, packaging enhancements and healthier offerings to invigorate soup sales.		Jul 1, 2011	1442
Hair today, profits tomorrow.		Jul 1, 2011	917
A perfect match: consumers continue to flock to the pasta and pasta sauce aisle, looking for nutritious ways to feed their families while sticking to their budgets.		Jun 1, 2011	1174
Skinnier dips: sales of healthier dip options such as guacamole and hummus are on the rise.		Jun 1, 2011	422
Powering forward: following a tumultuous few years, the battery category appears to be back on course and primed for growth.		May 1, 2011	1950
A pampered pet set: building on its reputation as an upscale food retailer, Wegmans is fast becoming a preferred destination for pet food and supplies.		May 1, 2011	1914
Sweet nectar.		Apr 1, 2011	152
Starting to sizzle: retailers willing to promote grilling options that go beyond the typical fare are poised for a summer of hot sales in the meat department.		Apr 1, 2011	1168
Here's to good health and beauty: grocers are giving their HBC aisles a makeover and sharpening their product mixtowin in this ultra-competitive category.		Apr 1, 2011	1475
The female perspective: as women shop other channels for their feminine hygiene needs grocers look to non-traditional products and private label offerings to help capture market share.		Apr 1, 2011	1174
Making a splash: a gallery of hot and cool products appealed to NAFEM attendees looking to save energy and labor costs while producing high-quality prepared foods.		Apr 1, 2011	671
More than just salt of the earth: spices and seasonings infuse foods with flavor and retailers with profits.		Mar 1, 2011	1235
Bagging more sales: in addition to its functional role, packaging can help make prepared foods tastier and more attractive to shoppers.		Mar 1, 2011	1232
Making house(wares) calls: from food preparation tools to candles, housewares can thrive in the grocery channel if the category is properly planned and promoted.		Mar 1, 2011	1325
Cool to be cold: while supermarkets continue to command a substantial portion of frozen food sales, experts say they have to protect their frozen territory as other outlets eye the category.		Feb 1, 2011	918
Supplemental health: more consumers are turning to nutritional supplements to assist with their health care needs.		Feb 1, 2011	1386
Stepping up: industry observers say grocers can have success in foot care by mirroring the SKUs of other channels and carrying the most popular sizes.		Feb 1, 2011	561
What lies ahead: today's food retailers must adapt to changing times and more savvy consumers or risk being left behind.		Jan 1, 2011	2805
Mother may I? Social media and online retailers are changing the way parents shop the baby care category.		Jan 1, 2011	1538
Snack on: salty snacks sales are on the rise and snacking events like the Super Bowl can help retailers improve other categories within the center store.		Dec 1, 2010	977
Wiping up: private label products, consumer buying habits and environmentally friendly offerings continue to shape the consumer paper goods industry.		Dec 1, 2010	1466
Beefing up value: evolving consumer buying habits and the growth of private label are changing the face of the meat case.		Nov 1, 2010	1205
Beyond food: with proper attention to product development and marketing, grocers can flourish in the competitive nonfoods private label arena.		Nov 1, 2010	1466
Waves of grain: ready-to-eat cereal suppliers add fiber and antioxidants to appeal to shoppers who want a healthy start to their mornings.		Oct 1, 2010	769
Hot and spicy.		Oct 1, 2010	184
One to grow on: with Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom as a backdrop, the Produce Marketing Association's Fresh Summit takes center stage in Orlando.		Oct 1, 2010	3977
Rediscovering the spud: the low-carb diet fad continues to fade and potatoes are once again rising to the top of shoppers' grocery lists.		Oct 1, 2010	2003
Cry me a river ... of sales: the continued interest in home cooking and the growing popularity of ethnic dishes have increased the demand for all types of onions.		Sep 1, 2010	1303
An apple by any other name ... shoppers seeking value and consistency are gravitating toward branded produce.		Sep 1, 2010	1186
HBC gets noticed: retailers that arrange their HBC assortments to better meet their customers' needs can succeed in this challenging category.		Sep 1, 2010	1437
Mixing it up: consumers' creativity and desire to save money, along with the availability of high-quality products, continue to drive sales in the baking mix category.		Aug 1, 2010	1744
Making the grade: the back-to-school season provides retailers with a chance to contribute to the health and wellness of children.		Aug 1, 2010	908
The eyes have it: grocers that carefully consider consumer insights and are willing to continually review their eye care offerings can increase sales in the category.		Aug 1, 2010	954
Mixing & matching: salad options expand beyond the traditional as consumers search for convenient ways to eat healthier.		Jul 1, 2010	1388
Sharpening the blades: razor manufacturers are banking on new technologies to spur sales in the grocery channel.		Jul 1, 2010	1187
Thanks for the memory: grocers who offer the proper mix at the proper price points can do well in the consumer electronics category.		Jul 1, 2010	656
Mopping up.		Jul 1, 2010	154
Higher learning: executive development programs can help grocery retailers groom their rising stars.		Jun 1, 2010	1318
What's the scoop?		Jun 1, 2010	1597
The "new normal".		May 1, 2010	287
Joseph Perez: the senior vice president of Goya foods says now is a good time for retailers to make an investment in ethnic foods.	Interview	May 1, 2010	731
Important moves: after sluggish sales in 2009, top beer importers are putting much advertising and promotion effort into the summer season.		May 1, 2010	1223
Home is where the housewares are: as some forward-thinking food retailers dedicate more space to housewares, sales are beginning to rise.		May 1, 2010	2242
Simple clean.		May 1, 2010	168