https://www.fmi.org/Fresh FoodsSustainabilityHealth & Well-beingPharmacyMeat & PoultryEventsTechnologyResearchFoundation SupporterNFMMPrivate BrandsSupply ChainGovernment RelationsFood Safety & SecurityFamily MealsFuture LeadersEducationAsset ProtectionAsset Protection & Grocery ResilienceRiskCommunity Outreach AwardsAwardsFreshForwardTrends BlogsConsumer Behavior & TrendsSignature ResearchRetail-WholesalersFMItech PitchMidwinter 2027Matt McKinneyMorgan GriffinDebbie WalyusKelli Windsorurn:uuid:181b4e26-bc69-48d1-a6dc-6e8b58d3befbhttps://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/10/01/food-waste-prevention-is-a-shared-priorityMatt McKinneyFresh FoodsSustainabilityFood Waste Prevention Week gives us a chance to recognize the work that food retailers, wholesalers and product suppliers are undertaking to keep good food from going to waste.Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:14 ZFood Waste Prevention Week gives us a chance to recognize the work that food retailers, wholesalers and product suppliers are undertaking to keep good food from going to waste.urn:uuid:117c9e1a-5094-49fa-8035-39f0caab6591https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/30/meet-a-grocery-store-pharmacist-with-a-passion-for-community-healthMorgan GriffinHealth & Well-beingPharmacyJoin us to learn more about Ujjaval Pathak, PharmD, RPh, MBA, a pharmacist and clinical coordinator at The Giant Company, as he exemplifies how a grocery store pharmacist serves as a trusted community resource. His work helps people stay healthy and ultimately makes preventive care easier to access as part of the larger web of resources the food industry provides to support consumer health and well-being.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:00:12 ZJoin us to learn more about Ujjaval Pathak, PharmD, RPh, MBA, a pharmacist and clinical coordinator at The Giant Company, as he exemplifies how a grocery store pharmacist serves as a trusted community resource. His work helps people stay healthy and ultimately makes preventive care easier to access as part of the larger web of resources the food industry provides to support consumer health and well-being.urn:uuid:e7b184a3-67f9-4e70-b87d-8c47aeb9be2bhttps://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/29/meat-sales-are-outperforming--but-evolving-economic-impacts-are-reshaping-how-shoppers-buyDebbie WalyusMeat & PoultryEventsFresh FoodsThe recent “Meat in Motion” webinar explored the forces driving meat demand today, from economic impacts and affordability to the continued appeal of premium proteins.Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:04 ZThe recent “Meat in Motion” webinar explored the forces driving meat demand today, from economic impacts and affordability to the continued appeal of premium proteins.urn:uuid:e77df310-d204-473b-b884-0b45d48f56a4https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/25/from-signal-to-actionMorgan GriffinTechnologyResearchTechnology adoption across the retail food industry is accelerating. But as this year’s 2026 State of Technology report makes clear, the more important question is no longer whether organizations are investing in technology but rather whether they’re prepared to turn those investments into measurable business value.Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:00:09 ZTechnology adoption across the retail food industry is accelerating. But as this year’s 2026 State of Technology report makes clear, the more important question is no longer whether organizations are investing in technology but rather whether they’re prepared to turn those investments into measurable business value.urn:uuid:623e37bb-c5ca-434e-bfa3-2889601d1e55https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/24/a-golden-opportunity--a-spotlight-on-your-family-meals-programmingDebbie WalyusFoundation SupporterNFMMFMI’s Gold Plate Awards celebrate organizations making an impact by promoting family meals in their communities.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:07 ZFMI’s Gold Plate Awards celebrate organizations making an impact by promoting family meals in their communities.urn:uuid:329216ad-c185-4013-acc7-bd4c63200b46https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/23/why-private-brand-food-retailers-and-manufacturers-lead-in-artificial-intelligence-adoptionKelli WindsorPrivate BrandsResearchPrivate brand companies, both food retailers and manufacturers, are early adopters of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance research, marketing, and operational efficiency.Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:00:07 ZPrivate brand companies, both food retailers and manufacturers, are early adopters of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance research, marketing, and operational efficiency.urn:uuid:85c46b58-8226-4eff-bea1-50020d20c1c4https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/22/what-cpi--ppi--trade-and-corn-are-signaling-about-food-pricesMatt McKinneySupply ChainGovernment RelationsFlat August grocery inflation offers consumers near-term relief, but rising energy, transportation and storage costs, trade uncertainty and tighter corn markets could push food-price growth higher in the months ahead.Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:00:31 ZFlat August grocery inflation offers consumers near-term relief, but rising energy, transportation and storage costs, trade uncertainty and tighter corn markets could push food-price growth higher in the months ahead.urn:uuid:5f98bd4b-af6b-4ebe-9038-9d4c8531137fhttps://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/21/with-razor-thin-margins--wholesalers-can-reduce-cost-to-serve-and-improve-performanceDebbie WalyusFMI's report The Whole Picture finds that grocery wholesalers operating on thin margins can reduce cost-to-serve and grow revenue by adopting five collaborative strategies with their manufacturer and retailer partners.Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:00:10 ZFMI's report The Whole Picture finds that grocery wholesalers operating on thin margins can reduce cost-to-serve and grow revenue by adopting five collaborative strategies with their manufacturer and retailer partners.urn:uuid:f27a7509-622a-432e-98d3-887cd3a7042bhttps://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/18/everyone's-table-starts-with-food-safetyKelli WindsorNational Food Safety Education Month promotes simple food safety practices that help keep food safe at everyone's table.Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:00:02 ZNational Food Safety Education Month promotes simple food safety practices that help keep food safe at everyone's table.urn:uuid:3b6a6138-0c8b-404b-a86a-6d15d7a7e78ahttps://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/17/extending-food-safety-across-every-link-in-the-supply-chainKelli WindsorFood Safety & SecurityThe Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) has introduced two new certification standards: the SQF Code: Agents and Brokers, Edition 9, and the SQF Code: Food Safety Services, Edition 9, that extend SQF’s reach to parts of the supply chain that can significantly impact food safety.Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:00:07 ZThe Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) has introduced two new certification standards: the SQF Code: Agents and Brokers, Edition 9, and the SQF Code: Food Safety Services, Edition 9, that extend SQF’s reach to parts of the supply chain that can significantly impact food safety.urn:uuid:bef914bf-c4ab-4241-81fe-a3120920a9e7https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/16/family-meals--the-best-lever-to-lower-shopper-concern-about-food-pricesDebbie WalyusResearchFamily MealsAs grocery prices remain top of mind, family meals are helping shoppers gain greater control over food spending while delivering meaningful value at home.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:00:04 ZAs grocery prices remain top of mind, family meals are helping shoppers gain greater control over food spending while delivering meaningful value at home.urn:uuid:cd534ec0-121e-45cc-a8d3-8100db5cc9e2https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/11/grocery-shopper-generational-splits-in-beverages-purchasesMorgan GriffinResearchWalk down the beverage aisle with a Gen Z shopper, a millennial parent, a Gen X professional and a baby boomer, and chances are you will watch four very different shopping journeys unfold.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:00:03 ZWalk down the beverage aisle with a Gen Z shopper, a millennial parent, a Gen X professional and a baby boomer, and chances are you will watch four very different shopping journeys unfold.urn:uuid:ea7cdbad-ff00-434c-bfa3-78e9233e30b3https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/10/celebrating-the-next-generation-of-food-retail-leadersMorgan GriffinFuture LeadersEducationThis year, 281 food industry professionals from 19 companies came together to strengthen their leadership skills, learn from one another and put new ideas into practice. 257 participants earned their Food Retail Leader Certificate: a 91.5% completion rate.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:00:03 ZThis year, 281 food industry professionals from 19 companies came together to strengthen their leadership skills, learn from one another and put new ideas into practice. 257 participants earned their Food Retail Leader Certificate: a 91.5% completion rate.urn:uuid:4007ed68-ac97-4bf2-a791-80552a4fcb38https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/09/fresh-still-wins--three-signals-shaping-the-future-of-groceryDebbie WalyusResearchFresh FoodsFresh has always been the heartbeat of the store. It drives traffic, builds loyalty and increasingly shapes how shoppers define value.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:00:09 ZFresh has always been the heartbeat of the store. It drives traffic, builds loyalty and increasingly shapes how shoppers define value.urn:uuid:ee1d1d2f-8949-45eb-b78c-9526a7a65008https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/08/the-food-industry-supports-consumers-on-their-weight-management-journeyMorgan GriffinHealth & Well-beingAs GLP-1 medications reshape the conversation around weight management, food retailers and product suppliers have an opportunity to help consumers turn health goals into sustainable everyday habits.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:08 ZAs GLP-1 medications reshape the conversation around weight management, food retailers and product suppliers have an opportunity to help consumers turn health goals into sustainable everyday habits.urn:uuid:ae4fc9e8-82cf-4049-8793-b81261160a95https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/09/03/strengthening-retail-through-collaboration--how-fmi-advances-asset-protectionMorgan GriffinAsset ProtectionAsset Protection & Grocery ResilienceRiskAsset protection continues to be on the front of the minds of those in the food retail industry. Today's retail environment presents a wide range of challenges, from organized retail crime and workplace violence to cybersecurity threats, fraud, natural disasters and supply chain disruptions.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:00:06 ZAsset protection continues to be on the front of the minds of those in the food retail industry. Today's retail environment presents a wide range of challenges, from organized retail crime and workplace violence to cybersecurity threats, fraud, natural disasters and supply chain disruptions.urn:uuid:6b45d342-0c2a-48dd-a68c-a9b2a61bedf9https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/08/31/what-the-2026-nominees-tell-us-about-the-future-of-food-industry-leadershipMorgan GriffinCommunity Outreach AwardsAwardsOne of my favorite parts of the Community Uplift Awards is seeing how organizations across the food industry are redefining what it means to serve their communities. The 2026 nominees represent a wide range of business models, geographies and company sizes. Yet they share a common belief that creating value for customers and communities goes hand in hand.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:01 ZOne of my favorite parts of the Community Uplift Awards is seeing how organizations across the food industry are redefining what it means to serve their communities. The 2026 nominees represent a wide range of business models, geographies and company sizes. Yet they share a common belief that creating value for customers and communities goes hand in hand.urn:uuid:3addac18-d2e8-4976-ac24-7bc08d4e0a21https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/08/27/ensuring-fresh-remains-the-differentiatorDebbie WalyusFreshForwardEventsFresh FoodsFMI’s 2026 FreshForward conference focused on connecting with consumers, embracing technology and enhancing fresh merchandising, reinforcing that fresh remains one of food retailers' strongest advantages.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:09 ZFMI’s 2026 FreshForward conference focused on connecting with consumers, embracing technology and enhancing fresh merchandising, reinforcing that fresh remains one of food retailers' strongest advantages.urn:uuid:87aeea24-6ba3-48e0-ad49-e2697a08eebehttps://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/08/26/the-one-constant-for-my-family--eating-togetherKelli WindsorResearchAs seasons change and shoppers return to school and work routines, one constant remains—eating together.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:07 ZAs seasons change and shoppers return to school and work routines, one constant remains—eating together.urn:uuid:f0f38c0b-37c3-4eef-86df-00d902a8dce0https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/08/25/latest-trends-research-looks-at-shoppers--lunch-and-at-home-meal-trendsDebbie WalyusTrends BlogsResearchConsumer Behavior & TrendsGrocery shoppers are still feeling the pressure of affordability and inflation — and it’s changing the way Americans think about lunch and dinner.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:00:09 ZGrocery shoppers are still feeling the pressure of affordability and inflation — and it’s changing the way Americans think about lunch and dinner.urn:uuid:28e22401-6071-4828-a10e-c594b3b80784https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/08/21/an-exercise-for-fresh-food-executives--what-makes-fresh-food-departments-brilliantKelli WindsorFresh FoodsEducationResearchAt FMI’s recent FreshForward event, Leslie Sarasin challenged fresh food executives to consider what makes the fresh food departments brilliant.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:09 ZAt FMI’s recent FreshForward event, Leslie Sarasin challenged fresh food executives to consider what makes the fresh food departments brilliant.urn:uuid:40627b28-c1f8-42c5-b4e1-dcfa79586e3bhttps://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/08/19/five-trends-driving-grocery-shoppers-to-mass-retailersDebbie WalyusTrends BlogsSignature ResearchConsumer Behavior & TrendsResearchRetail-WholesalersMass retailers have caught up with supermarkets as Americans' primary grocery store, attracting younger shoppers and families with value, convenience and a strong online shopping experience.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:07 ZMass retailers have caught up with supermarkets as Americans' primary grocery store, attracting younger shoppers and families with value, convenience and a strong online shopping experience.urn:uuid:3aec625b-f243-48ab-a7be-afb67c3ea35fhttps://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/08/18/fmi-s-2026-community-uplift-award-recipients--stories-you-don-t-want-to-missMorgan GriffinCommunity Outreach AwardsAwardsA meal on the table. A design that promotes pride in a neighborhood. A child discovering the confidence that comes with riding a bike for the first time. These moments may look different, but they share something powerful: they are made possible by people who see an opportunity to uplift others and take action to make their communities stronger. The FMI Community Uplift Awards celebrate those people and the meaningful difference they make — one community, one family and one moment at a time.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:11 ZA meal on the table. A design that promotes pride in a neighborhood. A child discovering the confidence that comes with riding a bike for the first time. These moments may look different, but they share something powerful: they are made possible by people who see an opportunity to uplift others and take action to make their communities stronger. The FMI Community Uplift Awards celebrate those people and the meaningful difference they make — one community, one family and one moment at a time.urn:uuid:ab932a7d-c5f9-49a4-a2b5-045538bb9baehttps://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2026/08/14/what-food-industry-leaders-listen-for-in-a-technology-pitchDebbie WalyusTechnologyFMItech PitchMidwinter 2027For emerging technology companies, a successful pitch to food industry leaders starts with solving a meaningful business problem and clearly demonstrating business value.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:06 ZFor emerging technology companies, a successful pitch to food industry leaders starts with solving a meaningful business problem and clearly demonstrating business value.urn:uuid:df12c3cb-03fb-4100-a00a-71a41b5be8b6https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2022/03/22/spotlight-grocery-stores-encourage-health-and-well-beingKelli WindsorHealth & Well-beingThis video spotlights how food retailers are encouraging health and well-being for both shoppers and employees and how programs pivoted during the pandemic to stay connected, offer support and expand outreach. Watch to see Sarah Kiel, RD, wellness champion at Harmons Grocery, Lori Hamilton, RN, director of healthy initiatives at K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. and Amy Petersen, MS, RD, LD, health and nutrition manager at Coborn’s, Inc. share their stories.Tue, 22 Mar 2022 12:00:08 ZThis video spotlights how food retailers are encouraging health and well-being for both shoppers and employees and how programs pivoted during the pandemic to stay connected, offer support and expand outreach. Watch to see Sarah Kiel, RD, wellness champion at Harmons Grocery, Lori Hamilton, RN, director of healthy initiatives at K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. and Amy Petersen, MS, RD, LD, health and nutrition manager at Coborn’s, Inc. share their stories.