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Information about the Collaboration Summit 2015 of the periodical held at Miami, Florida on October 12-13, 2015. Topics discussed include need for partnerships between retailers, private label suppliers, differences among shoppers, opportunity for retailers to enhance existing marketing programs using electronic commerce (e-commerce), buying behavior of the consumers of Canada. The summit featured several executives including Carman Allison, Wesley Bean and Susan Viamari.

The article focuses on a study conducted by market research firm Lab42 which revealed that majority of healthy snackers are taking snacks to lose or maintain weight. The study also found that healthy snackers rely on the word organic to determine whether a snack is more healthful than traditional ones. It adds that healthy snackers are more willing to pay for foods that they believe to more healthful.

The article provides information on the Goedgedacht Trust's Path out of Poverty (POP) program of Goedgedacht Trading (Pty) Ltd., the premium-quality fruit-infused vinegars, extra-virgin olive oil and table olive supplier, which provides early childhood development, afterschool care and surrogate parenting for children from farm-worker families. Rob Templeton of Goedgedacht trading discusses the program and the families it served that have been negatively hit by the dop system of South Africa.

The article focuses on rice which was considered as an affordable meal in North American households. Topics discussed include the statement from Kazia Jankowski of Sterling Rice Group regarding the consumers who prefer gluten-free rice, expansion of organic grain selection, and statement from Nadine Curias of LT Foods Americas regarding the significant impact of the specialty grains, such as basmati rice, to the rice category.

The article focuses on the increase in the revenues in the U.S. peanut butter production industry, according to "Peanut Butter Production in the U.S.," a 2013 report from information technology company IBS Worldwide. Topics discussed include the increase in the sales of peanut butter, popularity of Italian chocolate hazelnut spread Nutella, and Better'n Peanut Butter product from Watermill, New York-based peanut butter manufacturer Wonder Natural Foods.

The article reports on the study conducted by global market research firm Mintel which shows that there are no signs of declining popularity of gluten-free foods.

The article reports that the provider of all-natural dog treats and food products Three Dog Bakery has build up its business capabilities in the private label arena resulted from the continuing growth of its store brand and consumer acceptance of the products.

The article offers information related to the growing trend of soup in restaurants in the U.S. due to health benefits it provided to customers. It discusses the study from market research firm Technomic which found that 61 percent of consumers in the country order soups during their visit in a restaurant. It mentions insight from Kim Hannaford of Morgan Foods about new recipes and additions for soup.

The article focuses on the management of pasta sauce industry. Topics discussed include the consumer preferences, the insights of analyst Matthew Hudak of business intelligence firm Euromonitor International in Chicago, Illinois on the trend for the premium pasta sauce formulations, and the comments of director of product innovation Mary Chapman of Technomic Custom Publishing, Chicago-based research and consulting firm, on the varieties of pasta sauces.

The article focuses on the management of olive bars industry. Topics discussed include the insights of vice president of sales Dan Kelly of Tracy, California-based Musco Family Olive Co. on the use of olive in the foodservice industry, the decline in the olive consumption in the U.S., according to market intelligence provider Datamonitor, and the use of olive as an appetizer in restaurants.

The article focuses on the health benefits of nuts such as almonds which contain vitamin E and walnuts which contain alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Topics discussed include a study on the impact of nuts on preventing cardiovascular disease, the trend of health-related positioning, and the comment of Matthew Hudak of Euromonitor International, a market intelligence company, on nuts as a healthy snacking option.

The article discusses the trend in marketing of frozen meals and entrées which consider the growing interest of consumers to Asian flavors and meatless fare. Topics mentioned include the October 2013 report entitled "Frozen Foods in the U.S." on the declining sales of the category, the attribute of the stagnation to the change in shopping and eating patterns, slow economic recovery, and shifting demographics, and the growth in the store brand with vegetarian customers.

The article discusses the trend in retail marketing of dried fruit store brand items through promoting their versatility usage in occasions and the antioxidant benefits. Topics mentioned include the gain in sales from 2007-2012 of the category based on the "Nuts and Fruits-U.S." report by market research firm Mintel, the trend on health and wellness where the customers seek for superfruits and flavor-enhanced snacks, and the convenience level which are incorporated to meal occasion.

The article discusses the trend in marketing of store diaper brands through social media and online communications. Topics mentioned include the comment of U.S. research analyst Howard Telford for business intelligence company Euromonitor International on the slow birthrate that affects the disposable diapers category, the trend on eco-friendly packaging, and the view of marketing vice president Chris Ferdock of Associated Hygienic Products (AHP) on internet as a marketing tool.

The article reports on the statement of market research firm Hartman Group Inc. senior vice president James Richardson on the demand for fresh refrigerated foods induced by shifting food cultures.

The article announces that dietary supplements provider International Vitamin Corp. (IVC) has received the Business Expansion Award from the New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA).

The article reports on cookies producer Biscuits Leclerc Ltd. and its provision of convenience-minded private label breakfast foods to consumers.

The article discusses the presentation of Natural Marketing Institute managing partner Steve French at the 2014 "Store Brands" Collaboration Summit in Rosemont, Illinois on September 30, 2014. French talked about the opportunities presented by the aging baby boomers to retailers as they account for 70% of disposable income in the U.S. He also cites the most important drivers of the baby boomers' purchasing behaviors like disease prevention products, and heart-health issues.

The article discusses the collaboration of Swiss retailer Alliance Boots and American retailer Walgreen Co., as well as the challenges they confront in their partnership as of November 2014. According to Alliance Boots' Fiona Pearson and Walgreen's Beth Stiller, the companies' similar histories and strong heritage made the collaboration almost hassle free. Stiller also claimed that their success lies in their ability to know their customers.

The article offers information on the periodical's Innovation & Collaboration Summit, Brand Building Happens Here to be held at the Hyatt Grand Cypress hotel in Orlando, Florida from August 15-17, 2016.

The article offers information about the John B. Sanfilippo & Sons Inc.'s (JBSS) headquarters at Elgin, Illinois. The facility is said to be a state-of-the-art 1,000,000-square foot structure. Jeffrey Sanfilippo, the company's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) states that the plant features a system that separates peanuts and tree nuts as well as modern security and food safety measures. The plant is also focused on sustainability.

The article presents a study conducted by the Chicago-Illinois-based Information Resources Inc. (IRI) on the changing buying habits of consumers in the U.S. Study reveals that accelerating prices have created high price sensitivity and driving down the demand in multiple categories, while aiming for growth in trial of lower-priced brands, private label, and increased channel migration.

The article presents trends in the wine industry. Research firm Euromonitor's "Wine in the U.S." report reveals that in 2013-14, drinkers exhibited a preference for more premium wines due to consumer confidence in the economy, the general trend in premiumization, and a growth in product availability of mid-priced wines. Future trends include the growth of more affordable "grower Champagne," the growth of wine labeled 'natural," and the introduction of alternative package formats.

The article discusses the reported growth in the sales of fresh store brand soups in retail stores and supermarkets in the U.S. according to the February 2014 report "Left Side of the Menu: Soup and Salad Consumer Trend Report" from research and consulting firm Technomic Inc. Topics covered include the growing popularity of soups with bolder and premium flavors, the emergence of organic soups, and the potential growth in U.S. retail soup sales due to the value-added nutrition of soups.

The article discusses the reported continuing growth in store brand speciality olives in the U.S. Topics covered include the health benefits of olives, the efforts of retailers in improving the variety and flavor profiles of olives, and the better pricing and promotion optimization between name brands and store brands in the olives category. It also discusses the safe, convenient and fresh packaging for olives.

The article discusses the challenges that affect the growth of the U.S. shaving care market based on the September 2014 report "Shaving and Hair Removal Products - U.S." of global market research firm Mintel. Topics covered include how factors like age, ethnicity, and gender affect the shaving cream and gel category, the reported growth of store brands in the shaving cream and gel category, and how retailers can compete with professional hair removal services in providing hair removal products.

The article discusses the reported growth in the sales of over-the-counter (OTC) medications in the U.S. according to global market research firm Mintel and market intelligence firm Euromonitor International. Topics covered include how private labels and store brands benefited from recalls of named brand medication products, the importance of personalization and convenience in the OTC healthcare category, and the growing popularity of alternative delivery formats for OTC analgesic products.

The article discusses the growing popularity of snack bars in the U.S. according to the December 2013 report "Snack Bars in the U.S." from market intelligence firm Euromonitor International. Topics covered include the health benefits of snack bars, the reported growth in sales of energy and nutrition bars, and the potential growth in sales of breakfast bars in 2015. It also discusses the potential impact of confectionery, sweet and savory snacks on the store brand snack bar growth.

The article discusses the growth of store brands in the U.S. single-cup coffee segment. Topics covered include the highlights of the "2014 Movers and Shakers" list of "Store Brands", the growing popularity of the convenient subcategory within the single-cup coffee segment, and the growing popularity of private label single-cup programs. It also discusses the benefits of selling store brand coffee packs in bulk sizes, and the use of Keurig 2.0 Brewing Technology in selling single-serve coffees.

The article discusses the reported high household penetration in the U.S. rice category according to the February 2014 report "Dry Pasta, Rice and Noodles - U.S." from global market research firm Mintel. Topics covered include how the consumers' desire for versatility affect the sales of rice in retail stores and supermarkets, the continuing growth in the sale of authentic rice products and ancient grains in the U.S., and how the issues of health and wellness affect the rice category.

The article discusses the efforts of retailers in promoting store brand pasta in the U.S. based on the February 2014 report "Dry Pasta, Rice and Noodles - U.S." of global market research firm Mintel. Topics covered include the on-trend offerings of retailers to attract shoppers to the pasta aisle, the use of healthy fiber or ingredients in making pasta for additional health benefits, and the importance of versatility in marketing pasta. It also discusses the need for improved pasta packaging.

The article reports on the potential market growth in pure maple syrup category as an alternative sweetener in the U.S. according to market research firm Packaged Facts. Topics cited include the impact of the 2014 implementation of international maple syrup grading standards, the benefits of the on-trend maple syrup marketing efforts of retailers and how the growing interest of consumers in health and wellness can affect the sales of store brand maple syrup.

The article discusses the reported trends within the logistics industry as of December 2014 according to the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP). Topics cited include the reported improvement in supply chain visibility due to the emergence of real-time positional tracking technology, how the stock price of a company increases when a distribution or logistics innovation is used and the use of cloud-based technology by manufacturers, retailers and warehouses.

The article discusses the growing popularity of frozen skillet meals in the U.S. according to the January 2014 report "Frozen Processed Food in the U.S." from market intelligence firm Euromonitor International. Topics covered include the growing popularity of frozen skillet meals with ethnic flavors, the reported growing interest in health and wellness formulations in the frozen skillet meal category and the importance of clearness and transparency in the ingredients of frozen brands.

The article presents the highlights of "The Importance of Diversity in Collaborative Efforts" session at the 2014 "Store Brands" Collaboration Summit held in Rosemont, Illinois on September 30, 2014. The presenters are Maureen O'Brien and Rita Johnson of the Global Women's Leadership Forum. Topics tackled are gender diversity in the retailing sector.

The article reports the presentation by online food retailer Fresh Direct LLC's Tim Milano in the 2014 "Store Brands" Collaboration Summit in Rosemont, Illinois on October 1, 2014, in which he talks about the firm's commitment to transparency about its products.

The article presents the Tetra Recart technology introduced by Swiss packaging company Tetra Pak. The technology was introduced in the U.S. market in 2004 and is now used by 75 global brands for shelf-stable products ranging from soups to ready meals and pet food. On the sustainability side, the retortable carton package technology cost less than steel cans to transport and use one-third of the packaging to delivery the same amount of product. The cartons also offer on-shelf benefits including space savings and an eye-catching shelf impact.

The article discusses the new logo and the brand packaging redesign plan of Sunflower Farmers Market in Boulder, Colorado.

The article offers information on the services by Hy-Vee Inc. regarding health and wellness program, wherein they provide shoppers healthful own-brand products in a one stop shop health market area and sponsorship of athletic events like the "100 Day Wellness Challenge."

The article reports that Information Resources Inc. (IRI) has been renamed as SymphonyIRI Group Inc. in late March 2010.

The article reports on the partnership of World Wide Packaging Inc. and Nu-World Beauty to introduce tube in a tube manufacturing filling technology which puts together two products in one package.

The article reports that Global Tissue Group (GTG), supplier of bath tissue, facial tissue, paper towels and napkins for private label programs of retailers, has expanded its headquarters and new facility in Medford, New York.

The article reports on the launch of the Project Direct trade program in the U.S. by specialty coffee roaster and wholesaler Coffee Bean International Inc., which is aimed at improving farms, communities and quality of life of growers.

The article reports on the new facility of Kronos Foods Inc., supplier of Mediterranean foods for foodservice and retail, in Glendale Heights, Illinois.

The article reports on the new Let's Move campaign announced by U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama in February 2010 which is aimed at combating childhood obesity. The campaign's goals are to provide more healthful foods in schools to help kids become more physically active and make healthful foods affordable and available in every part of the country. Vestcom International Inc. marketing vice president Jeff Weidauert says that the campaign provides an opportunity for grocery retailers.

The article offers information on the Efficient Collaborative Retail Marketing Co.'s (ECRM's) Private Brands Foods Efficient Program Planning Session which will be held on April 11-14, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, Florida. It notes that the ECRM offers business solutions and market outgrowth which include new initiatives, plans and advancement. It also notes the joint partnership between ECRM and Daymon Worldwide Inc. to conduct Global Forum.

The article offers information on the announced update of the American Heart Association (AHA) to its widely promotion of heart-check mark on the product. It notes that a consumer survey, AHA finds out that awareness of the consumer on the heart-check mark was high. It also states that during the campaign 75% of the consumers are buying a product with a heart-check mark.

The article offers information on labeling green products in environmental marketing. It says that companies that fail to comply with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) consumer protection rules for green marketing may face civil prosecution, consumer lawsuits and negative publicity according to Webster Industries Inc. It adds that companies that want to send a green message should indicate true benefits, greener manufacturing processes, and scientific certifications.

Information on several topics discussed at a trade show sponsored by Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) on November 15-17, 2009 is presented. It notes that chief executive officer of New Heaven Wes Bray started the show with general session address regarding product innovation and a ribbon cutting ceremony led by Rosemont, Illinois Mayor Bradley A. Stephens in Nov. 15. It also mentions the Salute to Breakfast of PLMA on Nov. 16 and the Retail Trends Breakfast on Nov.17.