Voice of The Food Industry Blog

How Grocery Shoppers View Truth

Each year, Merriam-Webster's word experts pick the word of the year—a term that is frequently and widely used in public discourse and across the media landscape. It will likely come as no surprise to you that the 2024 word of the year was ...

Raising the Steaks: Innovate, Adapt and Succeed at AMC 2025

The Annual Meat Conference (AMC) is where retailers step back from the daily grind to focus on the bigger picture—where the meat industry is headed, what consumers want and how to stay competitive....

Mobile Wallets at the Forefront of Grocery Retail Innovation

The FMItech Pitch Competition showcased groundbreaking innovations in food retail technology. Badge's presentation highlighted the transformative potential of their mobile wallet automation platform, ultimately securing the top honor in the ...

Let's Get Digital

The increased usage of grocery store apps among some shoppers has corresponded with greater expectations of apps. As grocery store app usage grows, so do shoppers' expectations....

Tackling Traceability, Produce, Chemicals, and Sanitation and Environmental Controls in the Year Ahead

This year's food safety priorities will focus on traceability, produce safety, chemical safety, and sanitation and environmental controls....

Revolutionizing Asset Protection Through AI

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the food industry is transforming how grocery stores approach asset protection. From preventing shrink to enhancing operational efficiency.....

Consumer Inflation Expectations and Tariffs: Why Transparent Communication Is Vital

Tariffs can be as complex as you want to make them – in terms of economics, law, and public policy – but at the core they are simply a tax on consumers. The thing is – consumers get ...

Build Connections Through Supermarket Employee Day

Supermarket Employee Day is a chance to celebrate the individual contributions of your employees and the relationships that make your store a cornerstone of the community. Create a celebration that leaves a lasting impact well beyond Feb. 22....

From Farm to Kickoff: How the Food Supply Chain Fuels Super Bowl Sunday

The Super Bowl isn’t just a championship game, it’s also one of the biggest food events of the year. Whether it’s wings, pizza or chips, the food industry supply chain plays a critical role in.....

Celebrating 20 Years of Store Manager Excellence

The 20th anniversary of FMI’s Store Manager Awards highlights not only the program’s longevity but also its impact on recognizing and elevating leaders across the food industry....

The Meat Category: Essential Insights to Drive Success in Today’s Market

As consumer preferences shift, the meat category remains key to grocery sales and customer loyalty. By understanding trends like evolving protein choices and sustainability, grocers can.....

Reflecting on a Decade of Boardroom: A Journey Through Transformation

Throughout the past decade, Boardroom has become more than just a collection of articles — it's a testament to resilience, adaptability and leadership during some of the most transformative years our industry has ever ...

Facing a Daunting Data Dilemma? You’re Not Alone

FMI partnered with Accenture to address the challenges facing the food industry in leveraging an exponentially growing volume of data to enhance trading partner relationships and omnichannel consumer experiences....

Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions: Lessons from the Longshoreman Strike

Supply chain disruptions are a reality of today’s interconnected grocery industry. From natural disasters to geopolitical events, the ripple effects can challenge even the most resilient operations....

Going the Extra Mile for Supermarket Employee Day 2025

Every year, Supermarket Employee Day provides a moment to pause and reflect on the dedication of grocery store employees. But why stop there? In 2025, make February 22 a day where your gratitude.....