After strong results in 2024 and early 2025, sales growth for NCG’s system is slowing as we enter 2026. Consistently delivering outstanding quality and service will be the key to earning our customers’ business and retaining recent growth.
Consumers’ funny annual “wellbeing reset” will be upon us soon, and the new year offers an abundance of opportunities to engage shoppers with enticing promotions. Drive sales on seasonally appropriate wellness items with these tips to bring excitement to your store this winter.
Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the consumer landscape, driving the next wave of growth through intentional, informed and values-driven choices. SPINS highlights key trends and sheds some light on mindset of “Next Gen” consumers.
Black History Month in February presents an opportunity for food co-ops to build relationships with Black-owned businesses, suppliers, chefs and local organizations in your community. It also provides a platform to inform and inspire co-op shoppers.
The Big Game seems to turn everyone into a football fan for at least one day. NCG offers resources that can help your co-op prep for the national food frenzy and help shoppers get ready to celebrate with food.
