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FMI’s Inaugural Power of Beverage Report Highlights Consumer Habits with the $295 Billion Beverage Category

FMI released its inaugural Power of Beverage 2026 report, developed with Circana sales data and cultural trend forecasting from Nichefire....

FMI Announces 2026 Store Manager Awards Winners

Today, during a livestreamed award ceremony, FMI announces the recipients of the 2026 Store Manager ...

FMI Welcomes ROFDA Members, Advancing a Shared Vision for Stronger Wholesale-Retail Partnerships

FMI today announces that members of ROFDA have joined FMI, strengthening opportunities to serve its community through greater collaboration and shared insights....

FMI Strengthens Leadership Team with Two Strategic Appointments

FMI – The Food Industry Association today announces the appointment of two senior executives to newly expanded leadership roles that will strengthen the organization's advocacy, innovation and member ...

FMI Statement on June 2026 CPI Food Price Numbers

Today, FMI commented on the June CPI numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), which shows a 0.2% increase in food-at-home prices for June and a 2.7% increase over the last 12 months, which is the same as in May....

FMI’s 77th Annual Food Industry Analysis Finds Significant Investments in Tech, Enhancing In-Store Experience

Despite macroeconomic challenges, the food industry is leading in new technology implementation, offering more consumer-friendly in-store experiences, according to The Food Retailing Industry Speaks ...

FMI Announces Staff Promotions Across Key Business Areas

Today, FMI — The Food Industry Association announced the promotion of five staff members to leadership roles spanning SQFI technology and customer service, state and local.....

FMI Research Confirms Private Brands Are a Staple in American Households

Private brand products, also known as store brands, have become a fixture in American homes, as shoppers deepen their trust in them, according to new consumer research released today by FMI....

FMI Welcomes Trump Administration’s Stakeholder Engagement on Food Traceability Rule

Following FDA's public meeting today on the Food Traceability Rule, FMI reiterated the industry’s support for the Trump administration’s efforts to provide additional time and flexibility for compliance....

FMI Statement on May CPI Food Price Numbers

FMI commented on the May Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), which shows a 0.1% increase in food-at-home prices for May and a 2.7% increase over the last 12 ...

FMI Appoints David Haaf to Lead Fresh Foods Initiatives

FMI today announced that David Haaf, a seasoned food industry executive with more than 30 years of experience across retail, foodservice and trade associations, will join the organization as vice president of Fresh ...

FMI Applauds Trump Administration’s Revisions to Refrigeration Regulations

Today, FMI President and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin issued the following statement praising EPA's release of the revised Technology Transitions Rule and reconsideration of the Refrigeration Management ...

FMI’s Signature Research Examines the Evolving Physical Store Experience

FMI today releases the U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends 2026 report, developed in partnership with The Hartman Group, finding that shoppers continue to value grocery shopping in-store....

FMI Applauds House Passage of Organize Retail Crime Bill

Following passage of the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA) in the U.S. House of Representatives last night, FMI – The Food Industry Association offers the following statement....

FMI Statement on April CPI Food Price Numbers

Today, FMI commented on the April Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), which shows a 0.7% increase in food-at-home prices for April and a 2.9% increase over the last 12 ...