4-March 2018 - Hess Meat Machines

From the food retail equipment industry experts – Hess Meat Machines

March 2018 Issue of the HessMM Industry News (Archive)

MARCH 2018

Putting Your Business Story First

Source: Grocery Business

“One of the most important parts of the conversations you should be having with shoppers is: What is your food story? Why? It creates meaningful connections.

Source: The Shelby Report

“Our research shows that protein continues to be a mainstay in shopping baskets, but the kind of proteins shoppers are buying is evolving,” said Colin Stewart, SVP, insights, at Acosta. “Plant-based meat alternative sales are booming and popular with vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Another trend we’re seeing with protein is that shoppers are paying more attention to labels and product claims but are overwhelmed and confused about what they mean.”

Source: The Griffin Report

When asked what would make it easier to cook at home, Americans report the most valued shortcuts as ready-to-serve or cook mixes (41 percent), an example of which would be meal kits, followed closely by pre-chopped produce (38 percent). Pre-measured ingredients (34 percent) and grocery delivery (25 percent) are also perceived as adding value.

TRENDS

Study: Consumers not loyal to one store

Source: Supermarket News

“The vast majority of shoppers – 83% – regularly visited between four and nine chain stores over the course of a year to purchase groceries. Of the 1,321 households studied, only 12 stayed loyal to just one store.”