The Produce Reporter Week in Review – June 28, 2024

Pamela’s on vacation but the Week in Review must go on. Save Mart has a new owner, Independence Day BBQ parties cost more and consumers are getting fed...

By Greg Johnson and Pamela Riemenschneider
June 28, 2024
1 min read
The Produce Reporter Week in Review – June 28, 2024

Pamela’s on vacation but the Week in Review must go on. Save Mart has a new owner, Independence Day BBQ parties cost more and consumers are getting fed up with inflation, but many retailers are promoting big sales for the holiday.

Farm Bureau: Record-high July 4th cookout costs as inflation hits the backyard

Rabobank: Consumers battle fatigue over food inflation

Americans use money-saving strategies when dining out, research shows

Save Mart acquired by Canadian group

Walmart promotes July Fourth savings

Kroger offers Independence Day savings, recipes

Shipt to accept SNAP EBT payments for grocery delivery

Stemilt expects stronger organic cherry supplies

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