California Satsuma Mandarins: As a Mandarin, Satsumas are easy to peel, juicy, fist-size and smaller, seedless and sweet. But here’s the deal: unlike Clementines, Satsuma Mandarins have a more complex flavor profile with more classic Tangerine notes in their deep orange, juicy-sweet flesh. Plus, their dimpled-rough skin is puffier, and therefore even easier to peel […]
CREATE DEMAND AT POINT OF PURCHASE: Finished Recipe Pictures on the top of the pack helps shoppers imagine what they can make with the brussels sprouts HOW-TO: Recipe Label peels back to reveal the actual recipe, plus How-To Storage and Preparation Instructions VARIETY: 3 different recipes repeat on the label rolls so each case should […]
Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26th 2015. Plan now while there’s still the luxury of time. Thanksgiving is all about maximizing sales and profits by building massive, fresh and seasonal and holiday related displays. Some of these displays can stay up through Christmas. Good planning and strong execution for this holiday will establish the momentum […]
WHAT’S A GOLDENBERRY? GoldenBerries, also known as Cape Gooseberries, are a tangy, low glycemic fruit. The Goldenberry (Physalis Peruviana) is a cousin of the tomatillo. Fresh Organic GoldenBerries, with the husk or peeled, are now available from Columbia. Some are referring to GoldenBerries as a Super Food. Why? The GoldenBerry is an excellent source of […]
You put together an ad planner to draw shoppers in with smart pricing. This is important in a competitive environment, but hot ad prices don’t guarantee a profitable month. What else can create excitement in your produce department? What else can you promote at without simply reducing margins? Are you really taking advantage of what’s […]
Organic Shiitake Mushrooms sell faster than Organic 1lb. Baby Carrots? Short answer… yes! Long answer… stores that cater to “lifestyle organic consumers” – yes! Traditional retailers that cater to customers that crossover to organic on occasion, may still sell more Organic Baby Carrots. What’s clear is that if you don’t offer Organic Shiitake Mushrooms you may […]
Dulcich Farms in Delano, CA is famous for their excellent quality Pretty Lady brand. During early fall they also offer their Harvest Hobgoblin Grape brand in graphic boxes and graphic pouch bags. Stores that have promoted this line in October have done quite well, even at higher price points since the packaging draws attention to […]
The local harvest is underway for pumpkins, gourds and other fall ornamentals here in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. Do you have a plan to create additional sales, margin and customer excitement with this seasonal category at your store? We asked a few of our retailing experts this question: What are some smart tips, methods or […]