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Every day, across neighborhoods nationwide, food retailers and suppliers quietly show up for their communities. A store manager organizes a food drive after a storm. A supplier partners with a local nonprofit to expand access to fresh produce. A team volunteers it’s time to support health screenings and nutrition education. These moments rarely make headlines, but they shape lives.

In grocery supply chain operations, “close enough” is becoming increasingly expensive. As retailers and wholesalers invest in warehouse automation, advanced receiving systems and more connected distribution networks, the quality of inbound shipments matters more now than ever.

For grocery shoppers, store cleanliness is paramount. According to our U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends 2026 report, 73% of grocery shoppers want to shop in a clean, neat store.

Some of my fondest and most vivid childhood memories spring from summertime family reunion gatherings that happened every few years in my dad’s clan.

What if one of your strongest competitive advantages was already on your shelves? FMI's latest research suggests private brands are doing more than driving sales, they're helping retailers strengthen shopper loyalty and stand out in a crowded marketplace. The research found strong shopper awareness of private brands, solid representation of these brands in homes and continued in...