Back-to-school shoppers expected to head back to stores but pull back on spending
Back-to-school shoppers expected to head back to stores but pull back on spending “Annual shopping ritual comes as rising costs for food and housing squeeze optional spending plans for many households The stationery aisles are expected to be busier this year as parents and students return to in-store shopping when stocking up on back-to-school essentials, […]
Six sustainability tips for retailers
Six sustainability tips for retailers “Expert-approved efforts that resonate with eco-conscious Canadians Retailers looking to implement sustainable practices and draw eco-conscious consumers to their stores in the process need to be authentic and clear about what they’re doing to be greener, say industry experts. Here are suggestions for sustainability efforts that will resonate with shoppers. […]
Climate change and its impact on Canadian eating habits
Climate change and its impact on Canadian eating habits “Canadians are becoming increasingly aware of the connections between climate change and their diet. Headlines are dominated by reports of wildfires in Maui, Hawaii, Yellowknife and the raging fires in Kelowna. These wildfires pose a significant threat to British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley, a region that contributes […]
As food inflation remains high, consumers adapt: Report
As food inflation remains high, consumers adapt: Report “Canadians’ spending habits continue to change shape If Canadians became acutely aware of rising food costs in 2022, then 2023 is when they did something about it. More consumers are reducing their purchases of pricier foods like meat, making the switch to private label brands, and buying […]
The power of on-package labels
The power of on-package labels “As an increasing number of consumers desire healthier products, they are also seeking product information that aligns with their beliefs and priorities. Key to information gathering is enhanced product labelling, which has reached nearly every product available on Canadian grocery shelves. Today, on-pack information extends beyond the nutrition facts table […]
Fair trade
Fair trade “Canadian supply chain professionals will have a new challenge next year: compliance with forced labour laws. Following the US lead, with its Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) in effect since July 2022, Canada has passed its own legislation in May this year and enacted the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour […]
IFPA Partners with Circana to Launch Retail Produce Consumption Data Platform
IFPA Partners with Circana to Launch Retail Produce Consumption Data Platform “International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has launched its new Produce Consumption Data Platform, giving IFPA members access to top-notch grocery retail sales data, including category specific insights and trends. IFPA partners with the industry-leading data provider – Circana (formerly IRI + NPD) – to provide […]
Decoding Canada’s food inflation maze
Decoding Canada’s food inflation maze “While some Canadians may be hesitant to acknowledge it, there is a gradual improvement taking place The food inflation data for July is interesting and offers insights into the complex interplay of factors shaping our grocery bills. While some Canadians may be hesitant to acknowledge it, there is a gradual […]
Canadians concerned about impact of climate change on food production: Survey
Canadians concerned about impact of climate change on food production: Survey “Dalhousie University’s Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Caddle surveyed Canadians about how climate change is shifting their perceptions around food security A majority of Canadians are concerned that climate change could impact food production in the country, a new survey has found. Dalhousie University’s Agri-Food Analytics […]