Consumer Trends

Over $6 price increase in American Farm Bureau Federation survey follows prior-year decline

Merchandising the right variety of selections is key for boosting category revenues

Today’s consumers, with a heightened state of needs and challenges, are pausing at the point of purchase to ask themselves, “do I need this?”

One in four current users plan to do more over the next year, Acosta survey finds

Increased sales of sauces, condiments and dressings point to consumers looking to liven up their home cooking

Food pricing, out-of-stocks and COVID-19 remain concerns, FMI study finds

Still, potential supply shortages, price hikes could squeeze consumer spending