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FMI Applauds Launch of FNS Online SNAP Redemption Pilot

The 2014 Farm Bill directed United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to conduct an online Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, redemption pilot to better serve all SNAP customers and reflect ...

FMI AND NIELSEN EXPAND DIGITALLY ENGAGED FOOD SHOPPER STUDY

FMI and Nielsen announced today an expansion of its, “Digitally Engaged Food Shopper” study with the delivery of an omnichannel roadmap for the food marketing industry. Through a broadened roster of advisory partners, this year’s output will bring ...

Bakery is a Driver for Grocery Store Sales and Emotional Connections with Consumers

American Baker’s Association (ABA) and Food Marketing Institute (FMI) today jointly released the inaugural Power of Bakery report that assesses this colossal grocery category, which falls between produce and frozen in terms of retail sales....

Marjorie DePuy Joins Food Marketing Institute, Bolstering Supply Chain and Sustainability Capabilities

Food Marketing Institute (FMI) today proudly announces the addition of Marjorie DePuy, MBA, to its staff. With more than 15 years of experience in non-profit and association program management, along with relevant industry experience, DuPuy comes ...

FMI Welcomes Gigi Vita as Vice President of SQFI Sales

Food Marketing Institute (FMI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Gigi Vita as the vice president of sales for the Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI). Vita will be responsible for managing the entire sales division of SQFI. ...

FMI Applauds Introduction of House Legislation to Spur Retail Investment

Representatives Jimmy Panetta (D-CA 20thDistrict) and Jackie Walorski (R-IN 2ndDistrict) led a group of bipartisan House members in introducing legislation to allow for immediate expensing of qualified improvements to supermarkets and grocery stores,...

U.S. Supreme Court to Consider when the Government Must Disclose Private Parties’ Confidential Commercial Information

FMI today announced its involvement in a U.S. Supreme Court case that will clarify when the government must disclose confidential business information that private parties share with the ...

Inaugural Power of Seafood Takes Deep Dive into Today’s Seafood Consumer

The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) unveiled The Power of Seafood report today, which explores seafood through the eyes of the shopper. With a smaller household penetration than other grocery category giants, but an above-average basket value, the ...

FMI Commends Introduction of the Restoring Investments in Improvements Act

Senators Pat Toomey and Doug Jones today introduced the Restoring Investments in Improvements Act to allow for immediate expensing of qualified improvements to supermarkets and grocery stores, as well as restaurants and other retail ...

FMI Celebrates Food & Ag Sectors in Feeding the Economy Study

​The Food Marketing Institute and a group of 23 food and agriculture organizations supported a nationwide economic impact study that recognizes one-fifth of the nation’s economy is linked, either directly or indirectly, to the food and agriculture ...

New FMI Analysis Suggests Produce in Retail Needs a Fresh Look

Food Marketing Institute (FMI) today introduces its 2019 exploration into the views of produce shoppers and their influence on the $60 billion grocery category. The Power of Produce analysis demonstrates that produce is a big, profitable focus for ...

NEW TOOL LAUNCHED TO IMPROVE CONSUMER FOOD SAFETY AT HOME

At one of our nation’s largest gatherings of food safety professionals today, the Partnership for Food Safety Education (PFSE) launched a new tool that is expected to dramatically improve consumers’ food safety behaviors at home....

FMI and Oliver Wyman Launch New Strategic Insights Journal for Food Retailers

FMI and Oliver Wyman recently released the fourth edition of their annual journal, Boardroom, which highlights unique and timely insights to help senior retail food executives successfully shape strategies and improve performance throughout their ...

Analysis Explores Meat and Poultry’s Role in Today’s Food Culture: The Way We Eat, Shop and Live

Food Marketing Institute (FMI) and the Foundation for Meat and Poultry Research and Education, the foundation for the North American Meat Institute, released the 14th annual exploration into how to best optimize meat and poultry’s role in today’s ...

Frozen Food, the Original Meal Kit, Generates $57 Billion in Retail Sales

The American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) and Food Marketing Institute (FMI) today released an inaugural exploration into the consumption, purchase drivers and use of frozen foods. The Power of Frozen 2019 identifies megatrends influencing frozen ...