The Produce Reporter Week in Review – August 19, 2022

New data from the IRI and the International Fresh Produce Association suggests consumers are looking for ways to save money, but promotions are lagging behind pre-pandemic levels. Walmart...

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August 19, 2022

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New data from the IRI and the International Fresh Produce Association suggests consumers are looking for ways to save money, but promotions are lagging behind pre-pandemic levels.

Walmart says consumers are trading down to save money, and Dollar General is accelerating fresh produce roll-out. What’s that spell for mainstream grocery?

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