More shoppers are opting for products that are good for them and free of ingredients that don’t fit their diets or lifestyles. Whether cutting back on artificial sugar, finding the right vitamins and supplements, or finding the cleanest products available, shoppers are paying close attention to labels as they ring in a healthy new year.
With a $5,000 grant from Organically Grown Company’s Mission Fund, First Alternative Food Co-op installed new fixtures and a new lighting system in its produce department to improve the shopping experience and, hopefully, increase sales.
Health and wellness remain top of mind, and people feel empowered to put themselves first. This mindset influences four trends that will continue to grow as we head into 2022, giving co-ops an exciting opportunity to connect with shoppers and help them on their wellness journey.
From stocking and promoting the products of Black-owned brands in the store to spotlighting the contributions of Black farmers, entrepreneurs and cooperators — there are many ways for co-ops to observe Black History Month.
NCG hosted a training recently that explored what supplier diversity is, our early endeavors in this work, and how NCG and co-ops can begin to create change that supports diverse-owned businesses and better serves our customers.
Economic uncertainty is changing consumer shopping and spending habits. To meet the needs of budget-conscious shoppers amidst the pandemic, inflation and lingering unemployment, co-ops can leverage these NCG programs and strategies to improve price perception.
As we approach the last of the summer holidays, co-ops have an opportunity to bid farewell to the season on a strong note by focusing on beer and barbecue grills.
Growth in eCommerce and wellness-focused products, craving convenience, eating more meals at home — SPINS breaks down key trends in the natural products industry at the midway point of 2021.
After more than a year of social distancing, expect customers to find any reason to come together for a backyard BBQ. To help retailers navigate the uncertain future, SPINS looked at trends that arose over the last year around summer menus.
As our organizations actively engage in equity, belonging, inclusivity and accessibility (EBIA) work, it is important to think critically about our word choices, welcome feedback and shift to more inclusive language whenever possible.
