DOLLAR SALES OF SNACKS AND APPS JUMP 12.5%

Although unit sales were down 18%, the category is outperforming the frozen department. Increases promotional support, more ethnic and better-for-you options and air fryers are all helping.

‘EGGFLATION’ BRINGS UNIT LOSSES

But the premium segment – especially pasture-raised – continues to thrive, thanks in part to narrowing price gaps.

FROZEN BREAD & DOUGH DOLLARS RISE 6.9% 

DESPITE INFLATION, NATURAL CHEESE HOLDS UP

OUT DENISE’S WAY

Shoppers think retailers are using inflation as a cover.

PROFIT FROM PLANNING

Don Stuart shares keys to retail media success – and some advice on targeting plant-based users.

CHECK IT OUT

David Portalatin explains why it’s important to blend retail and foodservice data, a new NFRA study offers a look at consumer spending plans, and Consumer Reports ranks frozen meals.

JUST SAYIN’

Panera Bread and Aramark are acting on research showing that the carbon footprint of what you eat can make a difference to the environment.

Sales data from IRI, courtesy of Peter Penguin and Bessie Bovine.

Editor emeritus Warren Thayer takes a look at the good, the bad and the funny. (Anyone shopped drunk lately?)