Abasto Magazine: November/ December 2024 - ENGLISH
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In this Edition BUSINESS SHOWCASE INDUSTRY 68 BREDY USA FOOD The food distributor held 30 INFLATION? its traditional trade show with its main customers in What industry experts have to COVER STORY Houston, Texas. say about high food prices. OUR FRONT PAGE 66 PRIDA 42 2024 REVIEW 26 PALMEX EVANS A family-owned company's As 2024 wraps up, industry A prestigious company leader in path to success with leaders re昀氀ect on what happe- the production of pellets for wheat, Venezuelan food products. ned during the year. potato, corn and pork rinds snacks. IN THE NEWS 70 EL PAISA 46 SAVINGS The company is gaining Ten ways to save on holiday food 14 TRACEABILITY ground in the U.S. by o昀昀ering shopping. a broad line of high-quality GUIDE cheeses.. ADVICE NGA and UNFI o昀昀er a tool to help 72 NOSTALGIA stores comply with FDA regulations. During the holiday season, Hispanic supermarkets bring us 16 NEW STORE closer to our countries of origin with their nostalgic products. Northgate González Market to open store in an area considered a food desert. 74 TRENDS FOCUS How did consumers choose the supermarkets where they 22 MORE POWER decided to shop during 2024? 吀栀e U.S. latino economic output reaches $3.6 trillion, a survey reveals. 44 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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EDITORIAL Queridos lectores, Dear readers, n esta edición de 昀椀n de año, en la revista Abasto s the year comes to an end, we at Abasto Media re昀氀exionamos sobre un periodo lleno de creci- re昀氀ect on a period 昀椀lled with growth, transforma- miento, transformación e innovación en la tion, and innovation within the Hispanic food and industria hispana de alimentos y bebidas. Nuestro beverage industry. Our commitment has always compromiso siempre ha sido brindarles a ustedes been to provide our readers with the latest insi- Elas últimas noticias, tendencias y desarrollos, y este Aghts, trends, and developments, and this year was año no fue la excepción. Desde los desafíos en la cadena de no exception. From supply chain challenges to the rising suministro hasta la creciente in昀氀uencia de las empresas de in昀氀uence of Hispanic-owned businesses, our coverage aimed propiedad hispana, nuestra cobertura tuvo como objetivo to keep you informed and empowered. mantenerlos informados y empoderados. One of the most signi昀椀cant themes this year was the Uno de los temas más importantes de este año fue la conti- ongoing supply chain disruptions and how they continue nua disrupción en la cadena de suministro y cómo sigue to impact retailers and suppliers alike. 吀栀rough in-depth afectando a minoristas y proveedores por igual. A través de analysis and expert interviews, we explored how industry análisis profundos y entrevistas con expertos, exploramos leaders adapted, innovated, and found solutions to maintain cómo los líderes de la industria se adaptaron, innovaron y resilience in an ever-changing landscape. encontraron soluciones para mantener la resiliencia en un entorno en constante cambio. We also placed a spotlight on the remarkable growth of Hispanic-owned brands. As this sector continues to expand, También destacamos el notable crecimiento de las marcas we showcased success stories that exemplify the resilience de propiedad hispana. A medida que este sector continúa and entrepreneurial spirit driving the industry forward. expandiéndose, mostramos historias de éxito que ejempli昀椀- 吀栀ese businesses are not only shaping the market but are also can el espíritu emprendedor y la resiliencia que impulsan a la in昀氀uencing broader consumer preferences across the U.S. industria hacia adelante. Estas empresas no solo están dando forma al mercado, sino que también están in昀氀uyendo en las Technology and innovation remained at the forefront of preferencias de los consumidores en todo Estados Unidos. our coverage. Whether it's the rise of e-commerce, advance- ments in food tech, or omnichannel marketing trends, we La tecnología y la innovación también estuvieron en la kept you informed on how to leverage these tools for business vanguardia de nuestra cobertura. Ya sea el auge del comer- success in an increasingly digital world. cio electrónico, los avances en tecnología alimentaria o las tendencias en marketing omnicanal, por eso los mantuvimos As we look ahead, Abasto remains dedicated to being your informados sobre cómo aprovechar estas herramientas para trusted source for industry news and insights. 吀栀ank you for el éxito empresarial en un mundo cada vez más digital. joining us on this journey, and we look forward to another year of growth and shared success. Al mirar hacia el futuro, Abasto sigue comprometido a ser su fuente con昀椀able de noticias y análisis del sector. Gracias Happy Holidays! por acompañarnos en este viaje, y esperamos otro año de Gus Calabro, crecimiento y éxito compartido. Director ¡Felices Fiestas! Gus Calabro, Director General 66 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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Our TM BUENOS CONSEJOS. Collaborators BUENOS NEGOCIOS. MARY RON ANA LISA L. JULIO IBÁÑEZ PAOLA OCHOA COPPOLA HESLEP MARGULIS MARÍA TRIANA GILL Retail Executive, Director of Operations Creative Director of Director de RAM Psychologist & Investigative International. CEO at Agtools. She has Ten Acre Marketing. Communications, Business Consultant. reporter at Consumer of Aurora Grocery a Master's degree in Former vice presi- LLC. He is a journa- She is Marketing Reports. Her articles Group and President Clinical Nutrition and dent of marketing for list specializing in Director of AnaBella have appeared in the of the Hispanic more than 10 years United Fresh Produce the food industry. Dried Food. LA Times, USA Today Retail Chamber of of experience in the Association. and other media. Commerce. supply chain.. JAIME ENRIQUE RICARDO GAITÁN JAY GARCÍA RAMÓN PORTILLA NISSA PIERSON “RICK” PARRA Branding specialist. Specialist in high Founder HumanX Renowned herb Executive Director of Master in Marketing performance sales Insights. Visionary expert, cooking teacher multicultural consul- Management and professional leader in customer and recipe creator. Nissa ting for Cross Cultural Universidad San Plablo. promotion. Speaker insights. Passionate writes about fresh Conexion with over Author of the book: "101 and trainer of sales about CX. Innovator herbs on her blog 30 years in the CPG useful branding tips". strategies. in Insights technology MyHerbal-Roots.com. sector.. Gerente General / Diseñadora Grá昀椀ca / Ventas México- ABASTO MEDIA IS ACCREDITED / ACTIVELY INVOLVED General Manager Graphic Designer Latam / Sales WITH THE FOLLOWING ASSOCIATIONS: GUSTAVO CALABRO HEIDI ESCOBAR Representative LATAM [email protected] • [email protected] MARCELA CHAVES 336.724.9718 x.204 • 336.724.9718 x.201 [email protected] • 336.724.9718 x.206 Director Creativo / Cuentas Nacionales / LADY LIMA Creative Director National Accounts [email protected] • JENNIFER PANTOJA-PAREDES ELIANA LANKERD 239.421.8891 [email protected] • [email protected] • JUAN PABLO MADERO 336.724.9718 x.201 336.724.9718 x.202 [email protected] • 52.1.333.167. 8502 Coordinador Editorial / Administración & Eventos Editorial Coordinator / Administration & Events PPubublliicciiddaadd / / A Addvvererttiissiinngg HERNANDO RAMÍREZ-SANTOS FERNANDA P. WALKER adadveverrttiissiinngg@@aabbaassttoo..ccoomm hramirezsantos@abasto. fernanda.pineros@abasto. 33336.6.44886.6.22442244 Abasto es una revista bimestral de circulación nacional publicada por Hispanic com • 336.724.9718 x.205 com • 336.724.9718 x.213 Marketing Consultants, Inc. P.O. Box 20577 Winston-Salem, NC 27101. Todos VIOLETA MONTES DE OCA Suscripciones / los derechos reservados. Prohibida la reproducción parcial o total de su contenido sin previa autorización del Editor. Abasto investiga la seriedad de vmontesdeoca@abasto. Suscriptions sus anunciantes, pero no se hace responsable del contenido de las ofertas. Las opiniones expresadas por los autores y contribuyentes que colaboran en esta com • 336.724.9718 x.203 [email protected] revista no son necesariamente compartidas por los editores o representantes de HMC (Hispanic Marketing Consultants) Abasto Media. 88 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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USEFUL DATA TTURURKKEEYY S SEEAASSONON By Abasto he Turkey is a classic food in the United States. and friends together around a table full of food, with the 吀栀is bird has become a culinary symbol, especially turkey as the undisputed star. Turkey meat production in Tassociated with 吀栀anksgiving. 吀栀is holiday, celebra- the United States during January–September 2023 was 4.11 ted on the fourth 吀栀ursday of November, brings families billion pounds, up about 5 percent from a year earlier. STATE TURKEY PRODUCTION, 2022: (in millions) U.S. total turkey production: 210 millones 0 7. .0 1.7 3 8 .0 .0 0 3 1 7 2 6 0 . 7. 2 2 7. 1 15 Minnesota North Arkansas Indiana Missouri Virginia Iowa Pennsylvania Carolina Source: Economic Research Service of U.S. Department of Agriculture Sales value of turkey in the the U.S. 2022: Type of cut Sources: Winsight Grocery Business; IRI Statistic Additional information: United States; IRI; 52 weeks ended October 9, 2022 1212 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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IN THE NEWS NGANGA and and UNF UNFII Re Relleeaasese FFDADA T Tracraceeabiabilliittyy Guide Guide By Abasto he National Grocers Association (NGA) and United “吀栀e new traceability rule is one of the biggest changes Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) announced the release in food safety compliance our members have seen in over a of the highly anticipated Step-by-Step Guide to FDA decade,” said NGA President & CEO Greg Ferrara. “Food safety Traceability. is always a top priority for our members, and we’re incredibly T吀栀is essential resource was written and designed to thankful for the support of UNFI in their sponsorship of this help independent grocers achieve compliance with the Food easy-to-understand resource that will bene昀椀t independent and Drug Administration (FDA) “Requirements for Additional grocers,” he continued. Traceability Records for Certain Foods” rule e昀케ciently and e昀昀ectively. For his part, UNFI Chief Corporate A昀昀airs O昀케cer Matt 吀栀e guide is a complimentary bene昀椀t available to all NGA Echols, said: members. Beginning in January 2026, the FDA is requiring all “We are excited to partner with NGA on this resource companies that hold, pack, distribute, or sell food to keep to help independent grocers stay ahead as our detailed records for a speci昀椀c list of foods and be able to supply industry continues preparing for the new Food the FDA or local food safety authorities with these records Traceability rule.” . within 24 hours upon request. 吀栀e step-by-step-guide is designed to assist independent “We know how important it is for industry members to be able grocers and distributors in complying with this rule and includes to understand and easily navigate any new rule, and this guide summaries, diagrams, tables, and photos to breakdown the will be a useful resource as we continue to partner, explore, and 600-page rule into an easy-to-follow resource. assess workable, long-term solutions,” Echols added. In addition to the guide, NGA also launched an accompanying NGA members can request their complimentary guide online Traceability Center, where members can access online, while non-members can access it for an additional fee. numerous templates, glossaries, and even a mock traceability event exercise. 1414 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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IN THE NEWS NNoorrtthhgagattee G Goonznzaalleezz MMaarrkkeet St Sttoorre te to Bo Brriinng Ng Neeww LLiiffe te to Lo Lyynnwwoooodd, C, CAA By Hernando Ramírez-Santos orthgate González Market celebrated the groundbreaking of a new supermarket in Lynwood, California, in an area previously listed as a food desert in Los Angeles County. N吀栀e new market will improve the Lynwood community’s access to fresh, healthy food and serve as a revitalization point for the area. At the groundbreaking ceremony, executives from the Hispanic grocery chain were joined by former Governor Gray Davis, Speaker Emeritus Anthony Rendon, Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn, and Lynwood Mayor José Luis Solache. A HAPPY CONCLUSION TO A LONG PROCESS 吀栀is new store was years in the making, as the location had “吀栀is store is a testament to our commitment to innovation to undergo extensive soil clean-up, remediation, and numerous and quality, and we are con昀椀dent that it will surpass all regulatory reviews and approvals due to a previous gasoline expectations, bringing a new level of shopping experience to station tenant. Despite the challenges, Northgate executives Lynwood and its surrounding areas!” were committed to bringing a full-service grocery store. 吀栀e new 36,974-square-foot store in Lynwood will rede昀椀ne “Northgate González Markets are an essential part of the shopping experience for residents and the local community. the fabric of Southern California,” said former California It will feature a large meat department, bakery, tortillería, Governor and current counsel at Loeb & Loeb LLP Gray Davis. fresh produce, prepared foods, a Taqueria, and an extensive “I want to commend the González family for ensuring that selection of domestic and imported Latin American grocery communities like Lynwood have access to quality, a昀昀ordable goods, o昀昀ering a unique taste of the Mexican homeland. produce. Northgate Market overcame many obstacles to bring 吀栀e Hispanic grocery store plans to hire more than 100 their incredible market, with fresh fruits and vegetables, to associates, most of them full-time. Residents of the City of Lynwood.” Lynwood are expected to 昀椀ll most of those positions. “A project of this magnitude has been long overdue,” said City MORE JOBS FOR THE COMMUNITY of Lynwood Mayor Oscar Flores. “We are excited to bring this “We are thrilled to be embarking on this new chapter with store to the community as the city prioritizes inclusivity and the construction of our newest store in Los Angeles County,” accessibility. By expanding services and promoting economic noted Oscar González, Co-CEO of Northgate González Market. growth, we aim to create a more thriving community for all.” 1616 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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IN THE NEWS Unilever is Betting on Smart Freezers By Abasto ce cream is the ultimate on-the-go Work is underway to add the tech to 30% of their treat. With a fleet of 3 million ice top-selling ice cream cabinets for priority markets. To date, cream freezer cabinets strategically 100,000 freezers have been 昀椀tted with the technology. placed in shops, airports, and “We’re aiming to reach 350,000 in the next two years,” supermarkets worldwide, Unilever says Sarosh. Iis effectively leveraging technology 吀栀e software in each freezer unit is carefully positioned like Artificial Intelligence (AI) to meet only to take photos of the stock inside the freezer rather consumer demand. than general images of the shop. “To win those impulse sales, our 吀栀e images are periodically taken and automatically brands need to be available at the sent to the cloud, where they’re analyzed by AI trained to right place and the right time,” says identify only Unilever’s ice cream brands, analyze their Sarosh Hussain, Ice Cream’s Head of depth in the cabinet, and use an algorithm to generate an Digital Selling Systems. order for the distributor. Ensuring the retailers who host So far, the uptick in retail orders and sales has been these freezers always have bestsellers in signi昀椀cant, thanks to data from Unilever’s AI-enabled stock was a key driver in equipping ice freezers. cream cabinets with AI. H-E-B Opened a Second Store in Frisco By Abasto -E-B opened a 130,000-square-foot store in the inclusions such as Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, its second one CO2 refrigeration in Frisco. units and LED ligh- 吀栀e new store is located at 899 University ting. 吀栀e site also Drive in eastern Denton County. features extensive H“With our second store in the Frisco commu- native landscaping. nity, our H-E-B Partners remain committed to earning the Inside and out, trust of our neighbors, providing them the shopping expe- H-E-B designed the rience they’ve come to expect from us,” said Greg Bennion, Top store to reflect the Store Leader. “We look forward to serving even more custo- character unique to the mers in this dynamic and growing part of Texas.” Frisco community and Continuing its drive into the DFW area, H-E-B introduced emphasized environmental this community to a shopping destination committed to deli- sustainability, incorporating seve- vering unsurpassed freshness and quality at H-E-B’s everyday ral energy-e昀케cient inclusions such as CO2 refrigeration units low prices. and LED lighting. 吀栀e site also features extensive native lands- Inside and out, H-E-B designed the store to re昀氀ect the character caping.As the largest privately held employer in Texas, the unique to the Frisco community and emphasized environ- Hwy 380 and FM 423 H-E-B in Frisco employs more than 700 mental sustainability, incorporating several energy-e昀케cient Partners (employees), most of whom are from the local area. 1818 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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IN THE NEWS AND PLENTY UNLIMITED TO CCOONVNVEENNIIEENNCCEE GROW LETTUCE IN VERTICAL FARMS 7-Eleven announced a new partnership with Plenty Unlimited, an innovative indoor vertical farming company, to o昀昀er fresh, sustainably B BRRIIEEFFSS grown produce in its California stores. 7-Eleven will o昀昀er lettuce from Plenty's vertical farm in Compton, California, in salads sold at 1,300 stores across California. Customers will be able to enjoy pesticide-free lettuce in the California Cobb Salad and Chicken Caesar Salad. CIRCLE K AND 7-ELEVEN Alimentation Couche-Tard, the parent company of Circle K, attempted to acquire 7-Eleven. 吀栀is proposed purchase genera- ted signi昀椀cant buzz in the convenience store industry as both companies are leaders in their sector. However, Couche-Tard's o昀昀er was rejected by 7-Eleven's Japanese owner. Despite Couche-Tard expressing disappointment and reitera- ting its interest in the acquisition, negotiations did not reach an agreement. WEIGEL’S OPENS HY-VEE 80TH STORE NAMED BEST Weigel's celebrated a miles- GROCERY STORE tone with the grand opening of its 80th store in Je昀昀erson City, Hy-Vee has been voted the Best Grocery Store Tennessee. Founded in 1931, in the United States, according to USA TODAY's Weigel's is an East Tennessee 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, ranking 昀椀rst family-owned company. Known among the nation's most beloved grocery stores. in the convenience store industry This is the first year Hy-Vee has taken the for o昀昀ering high-quality products and number one spot on the list. In previous years, exceptional customer service, Weigel's the company has ranked in the top three. In the hosted a grand opening event featuring Kaleb 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, Hy-Vee was also Mullins and the Witness, a band set to perform voted the Best U.S. Grocery Store for Produce and at all future Weigel's openings. Weigel's opera- ranked number two for the Best Prepared Foods tes 80 convenience stores, a dairy, and a bakery. Grocery Store in the nation. 2020 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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ECONOMY FOCUS UUSS L Laattiinono E Ecconomonomiicc O Ouuttpuputt:: $3.6 trillion By Hernando Ramírez-Santos a 吀栀e Latino Donor Collaborative (LDC) released its 2024 U.S. Latino GDP is projected to rank as the world’s fourth LDC U.S. Latino GDP Report, revealing the remarkable largest by 2029, surpassing Japan by the end of 2024 and economic growth of Hispanics in the country. 吀栀eir Germany by 2027. growth reached $3.6 trillion in 2022, far outpacing Despite comprising 19.5% of the U.S. population, the U.S. Lnational averages in key sectors. Latino cohort was responsible for 28.3% of total additions to 吀栀e report, sponsored by Wells Fargo and developed in national GDP between 2017 and 2022. collaboration with Arizona State University's W.P. Carey 吀栀e 10 largest state Latino economies, including California, School of Business, delves into Latino labor force participation, Texas, Florida, and New York, are all growing faster than entrepreneurship and future growth projections through 2029. non-Latino counterparts. “Every year, thousands of U.S. Latino business leaders U.S. Latino purchasing power is measured at $3.78 trillion. come together with a mission to learn how to use this data to in昀氀uence real change, create actionable plans to engage Latino ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS audiences, and support economic policy. 吀栀e 2024 LDC U.S. Latino GDP Report continues to be invaluable for business Key Industry Sectors decision-makers who are motivated by data to inform their • Manufacturing accounted for the highest share of U.S. growth strategies,” remarked Sol Trujillo, Co-Founder and Latino GDP in 2022 at $457.4 billion, growing 48.4% Chairman of the LDC and L’ATTITUDE. compared to a 0.8% decrease in national GDP share. 吀栀e release of the new report kicks o昀昀 the 2024 L’ATTITUDE • Several other sectors contributed signi昀椀cantly to the Conference, taking place at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San U.S. Latino GDP share, including: Diego from September 12 – 15. • Retail Trade: $270.3 billion (14.1% U.S. Latino growth L’ATTITUDE is the largest business event in the country vs. 8.9% national growth) focused on “吀栀e New Mainstream Economy,” helping executives • Real Estate and Rental and Leasing: $265.9 billion and business leaders understand the U.S. Latino cohort driving • Construction: $250.3 billion its growth and stay abreast of the latest economic trends and • Health Care and Social Assistance: $250.1 billion opportunities. 吀栀e conference was created as a platform to promote facts Labor Force and Population Growth and data to catalyze economic growth opportunities for all Entre 2021 y 2022, la población latina de EEUU aumentó un Americans in the 21st century. 1.65%, mientras que la no latina creció sólo un 0.08%. Incluye un aumento de 725,000 individuos en edad de U.S. LATINO ECONOMIC GROWTH trabajar, frente a la pérdida acumulada de 673,000 individuos Now valued at $3.6 trillion with an annual average real no latinos en edad de trabajar. growth rate of 4.6%, U.S. Latino GDP is the second-fastest En 2022, más del 68% de los latinos de EEUU participaban growing among the world’s ten largest economies, trailing only en la población activa estadounidense, frente al 62% de los no China and outpacing countries like India, France, Canada, and latinos. even the rest of the United States. 2222 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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TECHNOLOGY FOCUS HHoow Aw AI aI annd Sd Smmarart Ct Carartts As Arree TTrraannssffoorrmmiingng G Grroocceerryy S Shohoppppiingng By Abasto new survey by Instacart and studioID reveals that the customer experience. grocers across the United States believe smart carts Also, grocers said smart carts, such as Caper Carts, can do are the place where arti昀椀cial intelligence (AI) will have this in myriad ways. the biggest industry impact moving forward. In addition, 85% of respondents said the ability of a smart cart A Instacart, maker of Caper Cart—the AI-powered to generate revenue through displaying targeted digital ads was smart cart—and studioID surveyed 150 grocery industry impactful to their decision-making about implementing them. respondents to gain insights not only into grocers’ strategic technological solutions but also into the ways grocers are decreasing friction throughout the shopping experience and Recurring responses included: leveraging the innovations available now. • Increased engagement with loyalty programs. • More personalized customer deals. • Seamless item scanning capabilities.. • Easier approaches to weighing produce. • Smoother checkout process. Ads on smart carts give shoppers more customized recommendations and introduce experiences to help them discover new brands and products. On average, customers spend over 30 minutes shopping with a Caper Cart. “吀栀e ultimate omnichannel platform for us is the Caper Among Those Avenues: • Average basket size. The Importance of AI and Smart • Capturing valuable customer data (where permitted by Carts in the Retail Industry: applicable laws and contract terms). Current AI usage focuses largely on operations such as • Analyzing shopping patterns and trends to optimize store monitoring produce freshness or detecting out-of-stock items. layouts. Grocers believe AI will soon take on an increasingly customer- • Positioning themselves as innovative and customer facing role, including personalizing ads and promotions. focused. 60% of survey respondents believe smart carts will soon be the most impactful application for AI in grocery retail. “With Caper Carts, we’re able to leverage technology to bridge Cart’s screen,” said Chris McCrae, Retail Technology and the online and in-store shopping experience. We’re taking Innovation Lead at Wakefern Food Corp. what customers love about shopping online and blending it Wakefern is the parent company for approximately 380 with their favorite parts of shopping in-store,” said Ahmed stores across a half-dozen banners and deploys smart carts at Beshry, Caper Co-Founder and Senior Director of Business many of its ShopRite stores. Development at Instacart. Instacart said that Caper Carts are or will soon be deployed In the survey, 47% of respondents emphasized the “high across North American retailers, including Bristol Farms, priority” of ensuring that new technology integration enhances Fairway Market, Geissler’s, and Kroger, among others. 2424 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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OUR COVER TThhe We Woorrlld Ld Leeaaddeerrs is inn PPee氀氀氀氀eett--BBaasseedd S Snnacacksks By Hernando Ramírez-Santos ounded in 1980, Palmex began as a family business in GLOBAL POSITIONING WITH EVANS Monterrey, Nuevo Leon. In its early days, the company In 2022, Palmex partnered with Wind Point had only 昀椀ve employees and one production line for its Partner, a Chicago-based private equity 昀椀rm, 昀椀rst products, which quickly gained popularity. to strengthen its development in the Americas. F吀栀e company's growth was accelerated. Specializing As part of this partnership, Palmex integrated in the manufacture of pellets, a raw material used in snack with Evans Food Group, the world's largest produ- production, Palmex positioned itself as Mexico's leader in cer of chicharrones, marking an important milestone this sector. for both companies. In 1984, Palmex entered the U.S. and Canadian markets and Evans is recognized globally for its private-label cracklings, expanded into Central and South America in 1990. which supply some of the world's leading snack brands. As demand grew, the company doubled its production capacity in 1998 by opening a Puebla plant and BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES AT THE PLMA SHOW later expanded it in Monterrey in 2010. 吀栀ose interested in learning about Palmex Evans's products and services will have the opportunity to connect at the Private WHAT ARE PELLETS? Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) trade show, which Palmex pellets are semi-processed will be held in Chicago on November 17-19, 2024. products made from wheat, corn, At this private label trade show, Palmex Evans will promote potato, and pork rinds, essential in the its 昀氀agship products - Mainstream, Hispanic, Tortilla Chips, manufacture of snacks. Unlike 昀椀nished Better for You, and Pork Rinds - highlighting its ability to inno- snacks, pellets require an extrusion or vate in the snack market. molding process, forming small struc- 吀栀anks to its strong focus on quality tures that acquire the texture and and teamwork, Palmex Evans 昀氀avor characteristic of snacks after continues to strengthen its being cooked (usually fried or in昀氀ated leadership in the food with hot air). industry as a supplier 吀栀is process allows the crea- of the best snack tion of unique and varied pellets. shapes, which gives With their brands great 昀氀exibi- expertise and lity in designing their capabilities in final products. In manufacturing addition, the pellets private label are easy to store and products, they transport, making o昀昀er innovative them ideal for mass solutions to their production in various business partners parts of the world. worldwide. 2626 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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FOOD IINNDDUUSSTTRYRY RETAIL TECHNOLOGY TRENDS FOR 2025 How to Benefit from Them By Ron Margulis s we move toward 2025, the retail industry conti- popular within Hispanic communities, into customer service nues to undergo rapid transformation, with and shopping experiences will be essential. Hispanic retailers emerging technologies reshaping customer expe- can use platforms like this to o昀昀er personalized interactions, riences, operations and business models. Retailers from con昀椀rming orders to o昀昀ering tailored recommenda- Athat adapt to these trends will stay competitive, tions. By creating a seamless experience, retailers can build but those who strategically align these advancements with loyalty and drive repeat sales. their unique customer base can thrive. For Hispanic retailers leveraging these trends is not just about staying relevant but 3. VOICE COMMERCE AND NATURAL creating a cultural and economic advantage. LANGUAGE PROCESSING (NLP) 1. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) By next year, voice commerce will be even more AND MACHINE LEARNING (ML) commonplace, allowing customers to make purchases via voice assistants like Amazon Alexa. Hispanic retailers can I’ve discussed AI and ML in my columns already, but by 2025 take advantage of this trend by ensuring their product listings they will be even more pervasive. Predictive analytics and and services are accessible via voice commands. In particular, personalized recommendations will allow retailers to tailor providing bilingual support for both English and Spanish- o昀昀erings to individual customer needs more e昀昀ectively. speaking customers will be crucial. NLP helps retailers Hispanic retailers, with their deep cultural ties and commu- better understand the needs of their diverse customer base nity-based operations, can use AI to o昀昀er personalized by analyzing not only what customers are buying but how products and services that re昀氀ect their customers' preferen- they are talking about products. For instance, integrating ces. For example, AI tools that analyze purchasing behavior voice search in both languages o昀昀ers a personalized shopping can suggest traditional Hispanic foods or products tied to experience for Hispanic customers, further building brand speci昀椀c holidays such as Día de los Muertos or Hispanic loyalty and engagement. Hispanic retailers catering to this Heritage Month. 吀栀ese systems can also automate mundane segment have a competitive advantage in serving a bilingual tasks like inventory management, allowing small businesses market more e昀昀ectively. to focus on customer service and community engagement, To take full advantage of these trends, Hispanic retailers crucial elements of their business model. should invest in education and training on the latest retail technologies. Partnering with tech companies or retail 2. OMNICHANNEL SHOPPING associations that o昀昀er resources and tools will be critical in navigating this rapidly changing landscape. Furthermore, Omnichannel shopping is another topic I’ve reported on and small and medium-sized businesses can work together to there continues to be a blurred line between physical and create collective bargaining opportunities for technology digital retail. Hispanic retailers, particularly those in under- investments, ensuring they stay competitive while served communities, can use this trend to widen their reach maintaining their cultural and community focus. without signi昀椀cant brick-and-mortar expansion. O昀昀ering Hispanic retailers have a unique opportunity to leverage a smooth shopping experience on mobile apps, websites, these technology trends while staying true to their and social media platforms can help retailers connect with community-oriented and culturally rich values tech-savvy Hispanic customers, who are increasingly turning to online shopping. Integrating WhatsApp, which is highly 2828 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
Volt and Salsa Huichol Abasto Magazine
FOOD INDUSTRY High food prices: Inflation or speculation in the stores? 10.1% By Hernando Ramírez-Santos The price increased in November 2021 over January 2020. igh food prices have consumers on the defensive. After overcoming the global pandemic emergency, in昀氀ation Frustrated, they are looking for those to blame for continued in the U.S. economy, which has reverberated globally. the continuous increases and demanding solutions Meanwhile, consumer frustration with rising food prices to the problem that is seriously impacting the continues to pressure supermarkets and the government. family economy. 吀栀e anger of shoppers has been According to 吀栀e Annual Survey, 2024 CPG + Grocery Hcompounded by the political rhetoric of Democrats Consumer Report, conducted by R.R. Donnelley & Sons and Republicans, who are using the problem as a campaign Company (RRD), most consumers are upset about high food issue in the presidential elections. prices. In response, they have decided to abandon loyalty to One sector considers supermarkets the culprits because they their favorite brands and favorite supermarkets in search of allegedly speculate on food prices to increase pro昀椀ts. better deals. For its part, the industry defends itself, arguing that its pro昀椀t margins have always been low and blaming in昀氀ation for the problem. Meanwhile, industry experts point out that supermarkets continue to operate with very low pro昀椀t margins, managing A Federal Law Against Speculation their prices in line with in昀氀ation, not speculation. Echoing consumer complaints, Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris announced during her presidential campaign a proposal to create a federal law banning price gouging throu- ghout the food industry. “I know that most businesses create jobs, contribute to our economy, and abide by the rules, but some don't, and that's not right, and we need to take action when it is,” Harris said at a campaign event in Raleigh, North Carolina. “As president, I will go after bad actors. And I will work to pass the 昀椀rst-ever federal ban against price gouging in food.” While acknowledging that some stores may be abusing grocery prices in isolation, experts and industry leaders agree that other factors are to blame for the problem. of consumers express frustration with rising prices across According to studies and economic analyses prepared by categories, including groceries, gas, and restaurants. experts, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the supply chain, triggering a spike in input and freight prices. As a result, food Cost Shifting, Not Speculation prices skyrocketed. Jason Miller, Ph.D., interim chair and professor of Supply Chain 吀栀is was re昀氀ected at the time in the Bureau of Labor Statistics Management at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College Consumer Price Index data for food at home: of Business, prepared an analysis for Abasto Continues on page 32... 3030 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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In昀氀ation or speculation? ...Continuation of page 30 that concludes that supermarkets do not speculate on food prices to increase their pro昀椀ts. According to Dr. Miller, it is common for items to have their costs passed on to the buyer, which is very di昀昀erent from price gouging. “吀栀e chart below shows the change in input prices for food and beverage stores, excluding labor and capital, based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Satellite Producer Price Indices for Industry Inputs (https://www.bls.gov/ppi/ input-indexes/), compared to the Bureau of Economic Analysis' Implicit Price De昀氀ator for Food and Beverage Stores,” Dr. Miller explained. 吀栀e professor added, “A near-perfect 1:1 correspondence can be observed between the two series, indicating that output prices have increased at the same rate as input prices. 吀栀is is entirely consistent with cost pass-through, not price speculation.” “Now, what becomes more complex from a consumer perspective is that retailers do not pass on cost increases to 0.27. Now, imagine my costs have increased by 25% to $12.50. consumers on a 1:1 basis. For example, using a 27% gross margin To maintain the same gross margin rate, I now need to charge rate for a grocery store, if I have an item that costs $10, I will $17.12. 吀栀erefore, I increased my price by $4.62, not $2.50.” sell it for approximately $13.70 because ($13.70 - $10) / $13.70 = The Stance of Industry Leaders Greg Ferrara, president and CEO of The National Supermarket the National Grocers Association. Association: “If Washington is serious about helping “The retail food industry lower prices for consumers, it can help operates in a highly in three important ways: reducing competitive environment skyrocketing pass-through rates, curbing where several factors, excessive and burdensome regulations, and including supply chain enforcing antitrust laws like the Robinson- variables and rising operating Patman Act that enhance price competition costs, influence pricing among retailers, regardless of size or location.” decisions. Accusations of price gouging overlook the complexity of Leslie G. Sarasin, president and CEO of FMI-Food these factors and the e昀昀orts we make to mitigate Industry Association. the impact of costs on consumers.” “Rather than pointing 昀椀ngers and proposing Julie Anna Potts, president impractical policy solutions that could create and CEO of The Meat more problems than they solve, both for Institute: consumers and for a food industry already operating on razor-thin margins, the most “Consumers have been e昀昀ective way to provide a昀昀ordable food a昀昀ected by higher prices due to American families is to address the key to inflation on everything drivers of food price volatility. Some factors from utilities to rent to cars, include volatile energy prices, a spike in severe and not just at the grocery store. weather events related to climate change, and A federal ban on price gouging other persistent supply chain challenges.” does not address the real causes of in昀氀ation.” 3232 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
Listto Abasto Magazine
INDUSTRIA ALIMENTOS Super standouts eew!w! Laurent Freixe is the New nn CEO of Nestlé S.A.. By Abasto Nestlé's Board of Directors appoin- markets, and Zones. He success- ted Laurent Freixe as the new CEO of fully managed Zone Europe Nestlé S.A., who started in his new role on during the financial and September 1. He previously served as executive vice economic crisis from president and CEO Latin America Zone (LATAM). 2008 until 2014. He then Freixe replaced Mark Schneider, who resigned as became Zone Americas’s CEO and member of the Board of Directors after CEO, where he accelera- eight years with the company. ted growth. “Leading Nestlé for the past eight years has been In 2022, Laurent Freixe an honor for me. I am grateful for what we have was named CEO of Zone achieved, transforming Nestlé into a future-proo- Latin America. fed, innovative, and sustainable business,” said “I am privileged to have been Schneider. given the opportunity to continue Laurent Freixe joined Nestlé in France in 1986. building and strengthening Nestlé, Since then, he has continuously progressed within and I am excited to take on this responsibility,” the company, assuming various positions of increa- said Freixe. sing responsibility across di昀昀erent businesses, General Mills Sells Its North American Yogurt Business By Abasto ssaalle!e! General Mills announced that it has ente- Mountain High, and red into de昀椀nitive agreements to sell its :ratio , as well as manu- North American Yogurt business to Lactalis facturing facilities in and Sodiaal, two leading French dairy compa- Murfreesboro, Tenn., Reed nies, in cash transactions valued at $2.1 City, Mich., and Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec. billion USD. Collectively, the North American Yogurt Following the completion of the transac- business contributed approximately $1.5 tions, the U.S. and Canadian businesses will billion USD to General Mills’ 昀椀scal 2024 operate independently, with Lactalis acqui- net sales. ring the U.S. business and Sodiaal acquiring “By efficiently managing our portfolio the Canadian business. 吀栀e proposed tran- and sharpening our focus on our global sactions are expected to close in calendar platforms and local gem brands that have 2025, subject to receipt of requisite regula- stronger growth prospects and more attrac- tory approvals and other customary closing tive margins, we will be in a better position conditions. to drive top-tier shareholder returns over the 吀栀e divestitures encompass the U.S. and long term,” said General Mills Chairman and Canada operations of several yogurt brands, Chief Executive O昀케cer Je昀昀 Harmening. including Yoplait, Liberté, Go-Gurt, Oui, 3434 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
Mega Foods Abasto Magazine
FOOD INDUSTRY IN NUMBERS The Multi-Billion Dollar Plant-Based Food Market in the U.S. By Felix Richter, Statista aving long been limited to a handful of mostly And whether it’s due to allergies, intolerances, volun- soy-based products, plant-based alternatives to tary diet choices or simply to reduce the carbon footprint dairy and meat have made giant leaps forward of their food intake, many people are enjoying the new over the past few years. variety of plant-based alternatives to dairy and meat. HThanks to advances in food science, According to the Good Food Institute's State of the people can now enjoy a creamy oat milk cappuccino, Industry report, plant-based foods are a multi-billion-do- have a tasty burger based on pea protein or even try llar market in the United States, with milk alternatives chicken-free chicken nuggets that mimic the real thing by far the largest category at estimated retail sales of surprisingly well. $2.9 billion in 2023. 3636 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
Aurora Grocery Group Abasto Magazine
FOOD INDUSTRY WWhhatat D Drriviveess PPrriivvaattee L Lababelel FFoooodd S Salealess G Grroowwtthh?? Por Hernando Ramírez-Santos ood private brands are gaining momentum as that they are undercutting or compromising on quality is changing consumer perceptions and a broade- receding. 吀栀at suggests these brands have greater long-term ning customer base drive sales growth and staying power and grocery retailers will be looking to capitalize increased market share. on the opportunity for attractive margins,” Roberts added. FAccording to a new report from CoBank's Knowledge Dollar sales of private-label grocery products in the U.S. have Exchange, food retailers capitalize on the growing popularity grown by over a third since 2019. According to Nielsen data, of private label products, which typically generate higher pro昀椀t they are forecast to exceed $250 billion by 2024, representing margins than national brands. about 20% of the market basket share. Aldi and Trader Joe's lead large U.S. retailers in the private-la- QUALITY AND PRICE ARE WINNING CONSUMERS OVER bel share of grocery purchases, at 80% and 69%, respectively, Once perceived as inferior to national brands, private label but private-label food choices account for more than a quarter grocery brands achieved unprecedented market share in dollar of grocery sales at Costco, Sam's Club, H-E-B, and Walmart. and unit sales during the 昀椀rst half of 2024 as perceptions of Data from a recent survey by the Private Label Manufacturers quality have improved. Association show that a majority of consumers now believe Growing acceptance among younger, higher-income consu- that private label products are equivalent to national brands. mers is also driving category growth. 吀栀at assessment was consistent across a broad income and Rising food prices and the in昀氀ationary environment of the generational demographic swath. Even more telling, only 2% past two years prompted more consumers to try private-label of consumers believe that private-label food and beverage products, given their lower prices and association with value. products are inferior to national brands in terms of quality. However, recent research shows consumers increasingly cite quality, taste, and variety as criti- cal factors influencing their repeat purchases. MORE PRODUCT OFFERINGS CoBank's Knowledge Exchange report suggests that retailers will accelerate their e昀昀orts to expand their food private label product offerings, targeting growth segments such as bakery, seafood, and beverages. “吀栀e perception of the quality of private label food has impro- ved considerably since the last spike in usage, which occurred around the 2008 recession,” said Billy Roberts, food and beverage economist at CoBank. “Private label food brands may be less expensive than national brands, but for consumers, the notion 3838 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
Multimexican Abasto Magazine
FOOD INDUSTRY Extreme Weather: A Major Challenge for Retailers Por Hernando Ramírez-Santos s extreme weather events become more common REGIONAL DIFFERENCES IN PREPAREDNESS across the United States, consumer shopping AND SATISFACTION behaviors are shifting, creating new challenges Consumer behaviors and satisfaction with retailer for retailers. performance vary significantly across different regions AA recent survey by RELEX Solutions highlights of the U.S. these evolving preferences and underscores the need The Mid-Atlantic region, which includes states like for improved retailer preparedness to meet consumer New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, leads in prepa- demands during such events. redness, with 53% of consumers keeping larger stocks of essentials and 57% shopping more frequently to avoid IN-STORE SHOPPING PREVAILS shortages. Amid hurricanes, tornadoes, heatwaves, and severe This region also reports the highest satisfaction with storms, over half of U.S. retailers' stock mana- consumers (53%) conti- gement during extreme nue to prefer in-store weather, with 40% of shopping when stocking consumers expressing up for extreme weather. strong satisfaction. However, only one-third In contrast, the West (33%) express satis- North Central region, faction with retailers' including states like Iowa ability to manage their and Minnesota, shows the stock and services lowest levels of prepared- during these times. This ness, with only 30% of dissatisfaction points to consumers keeping larger a significant gap in the stocks of essentials. retail sector's ability to Similarly, the East meet consumer expec- South-Central region, tations, particularly encompassing Kentucky, during critical periods. Tennessee, and Alabama, Laurence Brenig- reports the lowest satis- Jones, VP of Product faction with retailer Strategy and Marketing performance, with only at RELEX, remarked, 6% of consumers being "This signals an in-store very satisfied. renaissance after the e-commerce boom, which had been driving shopper preferences toward alternate methods RETAILERS MUST ADAPT like curbside and buy online, pick up in-store (BOPIS)." 吀栀e shift in consumer behavior presents both a challenge and an opportunity for retailers. PANDEMIC EFFECTS PERSIST To e昀昀ectively serve these more prepared consumers, The pandemic has left a lasting imprint on consumer retailers must enhance their readiness and responsiveness, habits. According to the survey, 44% of respondents now particularly during extreme weather events. keep a larger stock of essentials at home as a precaution "As consumers adopt more proactive, long-term against potential shortages. preparation strategies in response to increasing extreme Additionally, 34% of consumers shop more frequently weather events, this shift could have significant to avoid running out of necessary items, and 26% have implications for inventory management and the product shifted towards purchasing more shelf-stable products. mix retailers begin to o昀昀er," added Brenig-Jones. These behaviors indicate a growing trend of preparedness Retailers that succeed in aligning their strategies with among consumers, which retailers must consider in their consumer expectations will be better positioned to thrive inventory management strategies. in this evolving landscape in昀氀uenced by extreme weather changes. 4040 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
IFD Distributors and Antojo Mix Abasto Magazine
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FOOD INDUSTRY 2024 REVIEW 2024: TRENDS AND CHALLENGES THAT MARKED THE YEAR By Violeta Montes de Oca n 2024, middle-class consumers are interest in local and sustainable products, driven by feeling the pressure and worrying about food tourism and the search for authentic experiences. in昀氀ation, but they continue to spend According to the International Food Information regardless of age. Both brand loyalty Council’s (IFIC) Food & Health Survey, "fresh" (39%) Iand high quality play a signi昀椀cant role emerged as the most common criterion used by consu- in their purchasing decisions. mers to de昀椀ne "healthy" food, followed closely by "good 吀栀erefore, companies must pay close attention to source of protein" (37%) and "low in sugar" (35%). what consumers want, as indicated by a report from In this 2024 recap, industry leaders explain what the global 昀椀rm McKinsey & Company titled "State of they consider having been the most critical moment, the Consumer 2024: What's Now and What's Next?" as well as the opportunities they identi昀椀ed in the Industry leaders interviewed by Abasto Magazine market this year and how they took advantage of agree that the trends of 2024 re昀氀ect a shift towards them. What’s next for the industry in 2025? Read the healthier and more personalized options. Ready-to-eat predictions in the next edition of Abasto Media. foods remain popular. Additionally, there is a growing (CONTINUES ON PAGE 44) 4242 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
Chapala Abasto Magazine
FOOD INDUSTRY 2024 REVIEW we as independents have to negotiate harder ANTHONY PEÑA with our suppliers to get better prices because Vice President of the National now governments are paying more attention Supermarket Association (NSA) to these types of large company mergers. We've already been through a period with CRITICAL MOMENT: the Walmart of the world, but now we must The contamination at the Boar's Head focus on controlling our costs and operating Brand plant and the port strike. Boar's Head expenses to generate more pro昀椀ts in our stores. Brand is a well-known brand, a leader in the Operating costs have gone up a lot and we don't independent market. know if this is going to a昀昀ect customers. 吀栀e key is to 昀椀nd a way to keep our costs low so that OPPORTUNITIES AND ACTIONS: our stores remain pro昀椀table." With the merger of Kroger and Albertsons, ANTHONY ALOIA strike at the shipping ports. So, supplier diversi昀椀cation Corporate Vice President of the is very important for the retail customer as well. Private Label Manufacturers OPPORTUNITIES AND ACTIONS: Association (PLMA) If you will, diversity of wine and spirit products that CRITICAL MOMENT: we've ever had. I think that's also another reason 吀栀e Hispanic population has grown why you're going to see a growth area there and signi昀椀cantly over just the last 10-20 so certainly PLA wants to capitalize on that. But more the retailers have to adapt in kind and importantly, it's allowing the retailer to capitalize and introduce store brand programs geared grow that area. towards that particular consumer. Also, we're looking at plant-based meat alternatives You never know when there's going to be speci昀椀cally, so there's certainly an opportunity there. another disruption of the supply chain, there's been a CRITICAL MOMENT: OPPORTUNITIES AND ACTIONS: Many shoppers are continuing to work with A standout trend in the market this year is the reduced budgets – due to inflation, fewer rising consumer demand for products from available SNAP dollars, and other factors. Save smaller, local businesses. Independents A Lot shoppers in particular prioritized everyday capitalized on this trend to meet consumer staples for meals and used coupons more often. desires for authenticity and community We saw a shift in shopper behavior with a lower support. By tapping into this demand, shopping frequency and an uptick in cross- independents continued to strengthen their shopping to 昀椀nd the best deals. In tandem, we connection to local communities and enhance saw more shoppers gravitate toward our private their competitive edge. label products BILL MAYO LAURA STRANGE, Chief Operating Officer National Grocers Association (NGA) Senior Vice President, Communications & at Save A Lot Engagement Officer CRITICAL MOMENT: OPPORTUNITIES AND ACTIONS: Independent grocers have long explored A standout trend in the market this year is customization and personalization, the rising consumer demand for products particularly through loyalty programs, from smaller, local businesses. Independents using customer data to tailor o昀昀erings capitalized on this trend to meet consumer and introduce shoppers to new products. desires for authenticity and community However, 2024 marked a pivotal shift with support. By tapping into this demand, the integration of AI, transforming not independents continued to strengthen only how personalization is approached their connection to local communities and but also enhancing operational enhance their competitive edge. e昀케ciencies across the board. 4444 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
Chata Abasto Magazine
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FOOD INDUSTRY 10 Ways to Save on Holiday Food Shopping By Margot Gilman, Consumer Reports 1. Think big. 3. Move fast. 7. Compare unit prices. A bigger turkey doesn’t necessarily Stores generally make promotional Unit price shelf stickers under each cost more per pound than a smaller o昀昀ers while supplies last, so those lower product can help you compare the prices one from the same producer; that was prices may not be for long. However, of similar items. But if the store doesn’t our 昀椀nding in a recent random survey don’t buy more groceries just to get the have the stickers, download a unit price of turkey prices at major grocery chains freebie. Only purchase what you were calculator on your smartphone to do the around the U.S. However, a larger planning to in the 昀椀rst place. work for you. We found free ones for both turkey can yield more leftovers, saving iOS and Android. you the trouble of shopping again. 4. Keep it simple Skip pricey buys like seafood appe- 8. Use the produce scale. 2. Alternatively, think small tizers, sausage for stuffing, and Many veggies are sold by the pound. If you’d rather not be stuck with store-bought side dishes. Focus on the But if the produce you are buying comes leftovers, buy a smaller turkey, main dishes instead of lots of cheese prepackaged and sold for a set price, a roasting chicken, or a turkey and crackers, which can be expensive. weigh a few packages. You may 昀椀nd you breast, which will cost less than a 5. Check the circulars. can get more food for the same price. whole bird. It could look great sliced Planning well to minimize your trips to 9. Go with store brands. and garnished on a platter with the store can save you time, and money, traditional 吀栀anksgiving items. The cost of store-brand foods and and reduce your impulse purchases. beverages is at least 20 to 25 percent less Spending 15 minutes looking at grocery than name brands of the same product. ads can unlock savings for the next trip. (When CR members were surveyed 6. Get a store loyalty card. about the grocery stores and supermar- kets they liked best, three grocers earned Most grocery chains’ loyalty programs top marks for their brands: Costco and o昀昀er exclusive member deals. Some also Trader Joe’s, and Central Market, which let you build rewards toward gas purcha- is a subsidiary of H-E-B.) You can often ses at a昀케liated gas stations.. 昀椀nd store brands right next to compara- ble name-brand items. 10. Buy in bulk When 10 cans of your favorite soup go on sale for $10, it’s always wise to load up. And larger packages often have lower per-unit pricing. When you go this route, consider donating a portion to a local food pantry to avoid potential food waste. Visit ConsumerReports.org for more ways to save on holiday grocery shopping 4646 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
El Aguila Foods Abasto Magazine
FOOD INDUSTRY The National Supermarket Association's 2024 Trade Show RD O C RE KE O R B By Violeta Montes de Oca he National Supermarket Association (NSA) broke throughout the East Coast, records at its 2024 Trade Show on August 14th and 15th Mid-Atlantic region, and at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in New Jersey. Florida. 吀栀e event brought together leading supermarkets and The association has grown Tsuppliers from across the country to showcase their dramatically over the past two products and services, network with industry professionals, decades and currently provides its members with hands-on and explore new business opportunities. representation in both the private and public sectors, "吀栀is year we broke the attendance record. I believe more than 3,000 people attended the show, and I believe many companies also broke sales records," said Anthony Pena, Vice President of the NSA in an interview with Abasto Media. 吀栀e Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and Costa Rica were three countries with a strong presence at the trade show, exhibiting their typical products focused on independent supermarkets. "吀栀e ideas shared, the connections made, and the innovations presented are a testament to the vibrant community we have in our industry. We are excited to see such enthusiastic engagement and believe the ideas exchanged will lead to great things in the future," shared Seny Taveras, executive director of NSA through an Instagram post. 吀栀e trade show brought together panelists such as Antonio Escalona, Senior Vice President of Emerging Businesses at PepsiCo Food North America; Pablo Maldonado, advocating for issues that impact the entire supermarket Business Intelligence Manager at Goya Foods; Eddie Vargas, industry. 吀栀e current membership represents approximately independent supermarket operator; and Ken Scher, Senior Vice 600 supermarkets. Most members are of Hispanic origin President of Associated Supermarket Group. and their stores are predominantly located in minority 吀栀e NSA, founded in 1989 by Hispanic entrepreneurs, is a neighborhoods. trade association that represents the interests of independent For next year, the NSA is already planning its trade show, supermarket owners in New York and other urban cities also to be held in August in New Jersey. 4848 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
Comercial Mexicana Abasto Magazine
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FOOD INDUSTRY 20A Challenging 24Year for Produce Marketing By Mary Heslep, SVP, Ten Acre Marketing s each calendar year passess, TURBULENT TECHNOLOGY professional marketers are introduced to new hurdles that Arti昀椀cial Intelligence (AI) introduced complicate their roles, making new e昀케ciencies to marketers and crea- Atheir job function “exciting” tive professionals in 2024. and challenging. 吀栀e good news is that 吀栀rough Generative AI, the arm of the marketers tend to accept these hurdles technology that creates new content, with open arms, embracing the headwind. such as text, images, videos, and music, Just as a surfer seeks out the largest wave marketers found ways to save hours to concur, marketers welcome the biggest challenge with no evident solution. Continues on page 52... That’s because marketers are natural problem solvers, built on curiosity and an impassioned need to conquer challenges. Fortunately, 2024 had no shortage of challenges for produce marketers as they worked to promote their brands, products and solutions that would advance the fresh produce supply chain and grow consumption of fruits and vegetables. From the threat of banning TikTok in the US, a channel that reaches 20 percent of the US population–50 Million people–daily, or the tech race to introduce AI which had a rocky start and is still in need of regulation, to the natural disasters of wild昀椀re, 昀氀ash 昀氀ooding and hurricanes that pound our agriculture communities; it has been a tempestuous year for marketing. All is not lost. As we wrap up the year of produce marketing, let’s take a look at the headwinds and how marketing professionals across the supply chain were able to embrace, react and reposition their strategies, resulting in even greater solutions. 5050 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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FOOD INDUSTRY ...Continuation of page 50 of manual labor they were spending to generate content by adopting AI to develop it for them. MOTHER NATURE HAS OTHER PLANS While this technology has created new ways of working, it 吀栀e most unpredictable marketing disruptor is Mother also is not yet regulated and therefore there is still skepticism Nature. It does not matter how well planned your content around copyright law and authenticity that plague the calendar is or how much you’ve invested in a campaign that perception of how markets are using AI. will launch city-wide, statewide or across 吀栀e bene昀椀ts of the e昀케ciency of AI are starting to lead the the nation. dialogue as marketers rely on the technology to support Mother Nature has and will continue plan redundant tasks, availing themselves for more strategic to derail your whole plan. Smart time and process. 吀栀ere is no argument that the technology marketers know this and will always be " " is being used by deviant actors to mislead and misguide thinking about Plan B. with convincing AI-generated content. 吀栀erefore, produce Often the beauty and wrath of Mother marketers will have to work diligently to make the case for Nature is the early-morning fodder using AI in their work proving that not all AI-generated among farmers. What will today bring? content is malicious. Yes, the elements impact crops 昀椀rst, but it’s a chain reaction and produce B BROWSING SOCIAL MEDIA marketers need to be prepared. Social media has proven its value as a marketing and advertising platform where produce companies can reach their WORLD EVENTS AND THEIR LOCAL IMPACTL intended target audiences directly in a manner and channel that On the broadest platform - the world stage - marketers can best meets their strategic objectives. adopt awareness as a recurring practice to ensure that their 吀栀e challenges that marketers worked through in 2024 on clever message isn’t perceived in a manner unintended. social media include Meta’s many lawsuits resulting in changing But it’s not just con昀氀icts in the Middle East that are creating algorithms, advertising restrictions and channels limitations, messaging sensitivity. 吀栀e recent port strikes on the east coast to the proposed ban of the platform of the US create a direct impact to consumer marketing. TikTok in the US which would have As we wrap up the year with a number of these headwinds severed the opportunity to reach 50 coming to light in the 昀椀nal months, the reality is this is par million U.S. users daily. for the course. Produce marketers are resilient because the Social media is no longer the free farmers who rely on their services are resilient. It is the marketing frontier. It’s a complex nature of the industry. But the factors that impact marketing network of communication strategies continue to mount. channels reaching more 64 Fortunately, consumers are also becoming more resilient, 64 % percent of the total global more informed and more tolerant of disruptions in the supply of the total global population population daily. chain. 吀栀ey are not just our end-users, but our neighbors, 吀栀ose who are engaging friends and family and when we can approach marketing use social media daily in 2-way dialogue and through this lens, we’ll continue to land our strategies with community participation integrity and empathy. will continue to stay ahead of the turbulent tide of technology. 5522 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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FOOD INDUSTRY How do Hispanics celebrate Christmas? Por Iván Aranaga ecember is a month of joy and festivities tied to the birth of Jesus celebrated around the world. But VENEZUELA how do Hispanic people celebrate Christmas? Each Dregion has its own unique traditions and special AGUINALDOS, GAITAS AND PARRANDAS celebrations, inviting people to enjoy and share. Let’s explore NAVIDEÑAS some of the most notable customs in certain countries. Venezuelans celebrate Christmas with various musical expressions and joyful dances. Among them are aguinaldos, songs accompanied MEXICO by the cuatro (a stringed instrument) that reference praise or humorous anecdotes. PIÑATAS Gaitas are another popular form of cele- Mexicans use 昀椀gures covered in crepe paper bration that spread joy. 吀栀ey are played and 昀椀lled with candy, toys, or fruit to to the rhythm of drums, furruco, and celebrate birthdays and Christmas. charrasca. Parrandas involve groups of 吀栀e classic Christmas piñata shape people who go from house to house at night, is a star with seven points, each surprising their neighbors with a pleasant symbolizing a deadly sin. According to moment of music featuring maracas, furro, and tradition, the only way to destroy them tambora. is blindfolded, as it's believed that you don't need sight to have faith. TYPICAL FOOD 吀栀e most emblematic traditional dish of this season is POSADAS hallaca, a dough made from corn 昀氀our, enhanced with a 吀栀e reenactment of Mary and Joseph's delicious chicken broth and annatto. Although it resembles search for lodging on the night Jesus was born is tamales, it's a di昀昀erent dish. It's 昀椀lled with a stew of beef, another important traditional custom. Celebrated between pork, or chicken, and wrapped in banana leaves. December 16th and 24th, people go from house to house asking for shelter. During the procession, they sing carols and light their way with candles. It ends at the house that o昀昀ers them shelter, where they are welcomed with a variety of foods and drinks: tamales, buñuelos, homemade fruit punch, hot chocolate, and co昀昀ee. 5454 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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FOOD INDUSTRY COLOMBIA ARGENTINA DAY OF THE CANDLES PUTTING UP THE CHRISTMAS TREE ON In every corner, Colombians light up DECEMBER 8TH piles of candles and handcrafted lanterns Despite being in summer, Argentines cele- to welcome the Immaculate Conception on brate Christmas Eve with the same the night of December 7th. With this beautiful warmth and joy as in winter countries. ritual, they ask for protection and blessings for each of their 吀栀ey have a precise date to start the homes, marking the beginning of the festivities. It's the most festivities: the Day of the Virgin of beautiful, magical, and original decoration of the season, also the Conception, a national holi- adorning doors and windows. day due to its profound Christian significance. And when do they LIGHT DECORATIONS take it down? 吀栀ere's another special National Geographic recognizes Medellin as one of the best moment for that: 吀栀ree Wise Men places on the planet to enjoy the magic of Christmas lights. Day, a tradition they replicate annually. 吀栀anks to its extravagant display of lights, the river shines brightly, and nearly a hundred parks are beauti昀椀ed. Every CHRISTMAS EVE BARBECUE year, more than four million people marvel at this specta- 吀栀e Christmas dinner in this country typically consists of cular Colombian Christmas tradition. an irresistible barbecue of beef, chicken, or lamb. During its preparation, they incorporate roasted vegetables like sweet onions, potatoes, and colorful peppers. 吀栀ey also accompany it with fresh potato and egg salads. Optionally, they serve PERU cold cuts and cheese platters. On Christmas Eve, they also make traditional appetizers served in small quantities before TURKEY AND PANETTONE the feast. A festive feast makes this celebration an extraordinary experience. Roasted turkey is the king of the table, so Peruvians prepare it to start on December 24th. Panettone, 昀椀lled with raisins and fruit, is also consu- med on this special date, being the preferred dessert. Other delicious dishes that make up the Christmas dinner are glazed ham with mustard, sweet potato puree, and onion sou昀툀é. SANTURANTIKUY FOLK ART FAIR 吀栀is is a tradition that brings together hundreds of talen- ted artisans in an exhibition on December 24th, which has been o昀케cially recognized as Cultural Heritage of Peru. 吀栀ese masters, both renowned and emerging, present works inspired by the birth of Jesus. 吀栀e "Niño Manuelito" (Baby Jesus) is the protagonist of this Christmas celebration. 吀栀e handcrafted works are created with di昀昀erent techniques and materials. 5656 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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FOOD INDUSTRY 2024 Americas Food and Beverage Show Exceeds Expectations By Violeta Montes de Oca he Miami Beach Convention Center hosted the 2024 GLOBAL MARKET Americas Food & Beverage Show & Conference (AF&B The trade show has been more regional, but organizers Show and Conference), a global trade show that said they have focused on making it more global in the registered 10,000 attendees from over 112 countries. last three years. "Miami is a very sexy market, but also 吀栀e show, celebrating its 28th edition, took place very interesting, diverse, and strong. More buyers from Tfrom September 16th to 18th. Organized by the World other parts of the world come, and the fair offers them Trade Center Miami (WTCM), the trade show featured more the opportunity to have a presence not only in our market than 700 exhibiting companies, 900 booths, and over 20 inter- but also in the US and European markets," Alice Ancona, national pavilions from nations on 昀椀ve continents. operations director of WTC Miami, told Abasto Media. 吀栀e 2023 show set an attendance record with 7,300 people, The fair was held in three exhibition halls, but for compared to the 4,700 who attended the 2022 show. next year, there will be four. "Buyers come to the fair "We had a center stage where to see those small and medium-sized companies. Yes, we promoted the products of all obviously the Hispanic American companies that come the exhibitors, where chefs from are because they have more product diversification. around the world cooked or tasted Small and medium-sized compa- their products. We also had a bar nies are not only more diverse where companies that have alco- but also offer innovations holic beverages presented their that large companies Americas Food drinks during the show," Iván cannot offer. So, every & Beverage Show Barrios, president and CEO of WTC year you see the fair, & Conference 2025 Miami, told Abasto Media. you are seeing some- The non-profit organization thing different, Marque la fecha del World Trade Center Miami has something new, 10 al 12 de septiembre de 2025 organized the Americas Food & something innova- y asista a la Feria y Beverage Show & Conference at the tive," said Ancona. Conferencia de Alimentos y Daniela Levine Miami Beach Convention Center Bebidas de las Américas en el Cava, alcaldesa de since 1999. Centro de Convenciones de Miami-Dade. Miami Beach. 5858 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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PRODUCE INDUSTRY Pears NUTRITIONAL TREASURE WITH GLOBAL IMPACT By Paola Ochoa, AgTools ild pears probably originated in the mountainous regions of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, suggesting their cultivation began somewhere in between. In China, however, their cultivation dates back more Wthan 3,000 years, and this country remains, as Washington, Oregon, and California. to this day, the world's largest producer of pears. 吀栀is decline in domestic production has been partially o昀昀set En la cocina hispana, la pera ha ganado un lugar especial by sustained imports of pears from Argentina, which have gracias a su sabor dulce y versatilidad. Se utiliza en una amplia shown gradual growth in recent years. variedad de recetas, desde las tradicionales tartas y compotas During the 昀椀rst 10 months of 2024, imports of Argentine que acompañan postres y galletas, hasta las clásicas peras en pears increased by 7.58%, which has helped mitigate the impact almíbar. of the decline in domestic production and maintain supply in the U.S. market. NUTRITIONAL TREASURE 吀栀e growing importance of Argentine pears in the U.S. 吀栀ey are also protagonists in fresh salads, much appreciated market over the past year has in昀氀uenced prices of the Bartlett by Hispanic families. In these, they are mixed with tropical pear, one of the most widely grown varieties in the U.S., fruits such as mango, pineapple, or papaya, standing out for recognized for its green skin that turns yellow as it ripens. their ability to balance acid and sweet 昀氀avors. In the 昀椀rst quarter of 2024, the price per 18-kilogram box In addition to their culinary value, pears are an excellent peaked at up to $44 at the Port of Philadelphia, while the lowest source of dietary 昀椀ber, especially in their skin. A medium pear price recorded this year was $34 at the end of March. provides approximately 6 grams of 昀椀ber, which covers about Interestingly, this 2024 low price coincides with the high 20% of the recommended daily intake. As they contain no fat reached during the same period in 2023, re昀氀ecting the impact or cholesterol, they are an ideal choice for those seeking to of imports and market dynamics on prices. maintain their cardiovascular health. We can conclude that pears are a fruit rich in fiber, antioxidants, and essential nutrients such as vitamin C and GLOBAL IMPACT potassium, making them a healthy choice for maintaining a In 2023, several U.S. states, mainly Washington, Oregon, and balanced diet and promoting digestive, cardiovascular, and California, were at the forefront of pear production. metabolic health. In addition, countries such as Argentina and Chile contribute to meeting the high demand of the U.S. market through their exports at certain times of the year. 吀栀is ensures a constant In addition, the famous supply for domestic consumers. Christmas song “吀栀e Twelve During the 昀椀rst 10 months of 2023, 624 million pounds Days of Christmas” mentions of pears were traded in the United States. However, in 2024, a partridge in a pear tree, that 昀椀gure has dropped to 586 million pounds, representing which has popularized a 5.81% drop. the pear as a Christmas 吀栀is year has seen the lowest volume traded in the last seven symbol within families in the years, re昀氀ecting a notable decline in market supply. United States. 吀栀e drop has been mainly due to the decrease in production in the main pear-producing states in the United States, such 6060 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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BUSINESS SHOWCASE The most delicious, always crunchy! CCHIHICCHHAA刀刀刀刀OONENESS S SEEÑÑOORRIIAALL By Abasto eñorial, the prestigious brand of chicharrones from • Chicharrones Chile-Lime: Central America, continues to consolidate its posi- A refreshing citrus twist adds a new 昀氀avor dimen- tion in the U.S. market. It captivatingly captures sion, making this snack ideal for those looking for consumers with its variety of 昀氀avors and crunchy something light and fresh. SStexture. • Chicharrones Barbacoa: NUTRITIOUS OPTION FOR A Perfect for those who want a smokier, sweeter 昀氀avor VERSATILE CONSUMER reminiscent of grilling and outdoor gatherings. Señorial has been able to diversify its products while • Chicharrones Cracklings-Criollos: staying true to its essence: o昀昀ering a high-quality snack • Delicious original pork cracklings fried with pork fat, that is full of protein and low in carbohydrates. 吀栀is makes packed with protein and low in carbs. it an excellent option for those who follow a keto or keto- genic diet. IT'S ON FIRE! WITH ITS NEW FLAVOR With Chicharrones Señorial, consumers enjoy a deli- cious snack and a nutritious option that allows them to 吀栀e trend of spicy snack consumption has grown signi- stay within their dietary goals without sacri昀椀cing taste. 昀椀cantly in the United States, and the brand has set 吀栀e U.S. Hispanic market has a strong a昀케nity for tradi- out to capitalize on this demand with its new 昀氀avor: tional 昀氀avors, and Chicharrones Señorial has positioned Chicharrones Llama. itself with its irresistible 昀氀avors: With a more intense spicy 昀氀avor with a hint of lemon and eye-catching purple packaging, Señorial o昀昀ers lovers • Chicharrones Natural: of intense 昀氀avors a new snack that's on 昀椀re! Classic and simple, these chicharrones are a favo- Looking ahead, Señorial has ambitious plans to conti- rite among those looking for fried pork's authentic nue innovating with new 昀氀avors and products to meet high and traditional 昀氀avor. consumer demand. By 2025, the company will be working on several projects to expand the Chobix and Tortillitas • Spicy BBQ Chicharrones: product lines. For those who enjoy spicy food, this version o昀昀ers 吀栀e quality, innovation, and authenticity of Chicharrones a perfect balance between the pork 昀氀avor and a Señorial represent the vision of the business that belongs to hint of chili that awakens the palate. Corporación Castillo Hermanos, a conglomerate with more than 125 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. 6262 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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BUSINESS SHOWCASE SaSalleess d deell I Isstmtmoo ( (SSIISASA)) Aims to Conquer More Palates By Violeta Montes de Oca he flavor of salt from the involving water wells, evaporation, Mexican subsoil seeks to and cooling. 吀栀e result is a salt with conquer palates across the the highest standards of 昀氀avor, hygiene, United States. That is the and quality. Tgoal of Sales del Istmo (SISA), a company belonging to Grupo Cydsa (one of the most PRESENCE relevant in Mexico) and with a presence in the United La Fina salt has a presence in di昀昀erent states of the States for more than 11 years. United States, such as Florida, Texas, California, This company is responsible for products as Illinois, North Carolina, Georgia, and Arizona, as well distinguished as La Fina salt, a product that began in the as in the Northeast (Connecticut, Delaware, District 1960s in Mexico and is gaining ground in homes, retail of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New shelves, and food service kitchens in the United States. Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, The salt mine of Sales del Istmo (SISA), in Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, is Virginia, and West Virginia). the largest evaporated salt facility in the Americas. 吀栀e "We've just entered a national food salt is extracted from the service chain. The idea is to grow in this subsoil, going through a process distribution channel. For the next year, we want to develop our territorial coverage nationwide,"Francisco Granell of SISAMEX in the United States told Abasto Media. La Fina salt comes in various presentations, such as a 26-ounce container and 25 and 50-pound bags QUALITY IN ALL ITS PRODUCTS Sales del Istmo (SISA) has been recerti昀椀ed according to the FSSC-22000-2013 standard, which guarantees the safety of its salt used in food production. 吀栀e salt produced by SISAMEX is also certi昀椀ed as Kosher and Halal Quality Food. Additionally, the company meets rigorous standards that accredit it as a world- class supplier that adheres to responsible and ethical business practices. 6464 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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BUSINESS SHOWCASE The Path to Success with Venezuelan Products PRIDA IMPORT AND EXPORT Courtesy of Prida riscilla and Daniel Moussa embar- where we're drawing from, from that attachment to my ked on the adventure of emigrating own, to the products that I no longer have because I had and, in 2016, when they arrived to to leave the country to 昀椀nd a better life," says Daniel. live in the United States, they foun- To capitalize on the growth of the Venezuelan Pded the company Prida Import and community in the United States, Prida is continuously Export. In a 昀椀re just days before starting this new incorporating new products and establishing allian- adventure, they lost everything and had to start the ces with new distributors, having coverage and with American dream from scratch, never imagining the options for continuous growth in 23 states throughout growth they would experience in the years to come. the American territory. 吀栀e current business oppor- 吀栀ey started with a project selling vehicle parts, but tunity continues to grow, with many establishments the road was not easy. 吀栀ey worked for Uber and other that currently do not concentrate the entire portfolio or activities until they saw an opportunity in casabe, none of the most demanded products of the Venezuelan a cassava-based bread that Venezuelans community, originating a wide commercial range frequently consume. 吀栀is opened doors and derived from the entry in the last two years of almost created new needs to incorporate other tradi- 3,000,000 Venezuelans through the border. tional Venezuelan products that were in high portafolio o ninguno de los productos mas deman- demand and no one was meeting that need. dados de la comunidad venezolana, originando esto 吀栀ey started knocking on doors at di昀昀erent esta- un amplio abanico comercial derivado del ingreso en blishments, initially in Miami. 吀栀us, they began los últimos dos años de casi 3,000,000 de venezolanos generating opportunities with new clients and por la frontera. new territories derived from the growing demand for Venezuelan products for all those who had 昀氀ed the Venezuelan dictatorship. Special mention to Priscilla, a woman of faith, who in the most di昀케cult moments with an eight-month pregnancy, was the one who took the reins of the family and pushed her husband not to give up with her mental strength as a mother and wife, to move forward and not return to her country, despite the adversities. “It was a story of evolution that we are telling publicly for the 昀椀rst time with emotion because we always say that we never in our dreams would have execu- ted this in seven years, now being considered Prida as the most important company of Venezuelan products in the United States, concentrating 90% of the imported portfolio and representing 16 emble- matic Venezuelan brands such as Alimentos Polar, Jose Puig, Once Once, among others,” said Daniel. With two warehouses of their own, 17,000 and 8,000 square feet, they are located in the city of Doral, Florida, with a portfolio of approximately 250 SKUs of the main brands that the Venezuelan consumer demands. Daniel acknowledges that a large part of the growth of the Prida brand has been as a result of the migration of millions of Venezuelans, who left their country due to the di昀케cult socioeconomic and political conditions that the South American country is experiencing. Many of them are now in the United States. “All these Venezuelans are people who eat and Daniel Moussa, founder of Prida. yearn for a piece of their homeland, that's why our logo says 'We don't sell products, we sell emotions'. 吀栀at's 6666 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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BUSINESS SHOWCASE PPrroodduuccttos Bos Brreeddy Uy USSA TA Trraadde Se Shhooww A Gathering for Success By Hernando Ramírez-Santos roductos Bredy USA held its new portfolio of Mexican handicrafts made renowned annual trade show their debut. last October 11 at the facilities of Samuel Tamez Guerra, director of Productos its main Distribution Center in Bredy USA, emphasized the importance of Houston, Texas. this event: “For Bredy, it is crucial to hold this PSince its inception in 2019, this show every year because, in addition to being event has gained great relevance in the a celebration for all our customers, it allows us industry. On this occasion, it brought together to continue to be the strong arm that connects more than 60 exhibitors from Mexico and them with suppliers. the United States, with an attendance of more than 400 customers, including THE ORIGINS OF PRODUCTOS BREDY USA distributors and buyers from supermarkets Productos Bredy USA began exporting and independent stores. Mexican products from Nuevo León to Texas During the day, attendees enjoyed product in 1995. tastings, promotions, ra昀툀es, live music, and 吀栀e key to its success was its direct sales a wide variety of food. strategy, which allowed it to rapidly expand its customer and product portfolio. AN IDEAL PLACE TO DO BUSINESS In 2010, the company took a major step 吀栀e trade show is an essential platform for forward by opening its 昀椀rst Distribution Productos Bredy USA and its suppliers, as it Center in Houston, Texas, consolidating its allows them to strengthen relationships and position as one of the leading distributors of expand the portfolio of customer options. Latin products in the United States. Among the participating brands are Jarritos, Today, Productos Bredy USA o昀昀ers more Boing, La Costeña, and Tajín. This year, than 5,000 products in several southern U.S. products such as cochinita pibil, sweets, states, including Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, and spices from the La Mojarra brand and a Louisiana, the two Carolinas, and Florida. 6688 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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BUSINESS SHOWCASE Paisa Builds Presence in the US with Cheeses and More By Violeta Montes de Oca ama, a company with 24 years of history, arrived in the United States in 2000. Its signature brand, PAISA, has nearly 70 years of history, having been born in Venezuela in 1956. In the United States, it has gained Ta presence and delighted palates with cheeses, its TAMA PRESENCE signature products, and other delicacies. Its portfolio is vast and honors the diversity and richness of Latin American 昀氀avors, a vibrant fusion of native ingredients 14 countries and traditional recipes passed down from generation to worldwide generation. "Each of our products tells a unique story, bringing an authentic experience to your table that awakens the senses," said Daniela Ruiz, Sales and Marketing Manager at Tama Corp. 26 states in the PAISA o昀昀ers everything from traditional and versatile PAISA United States White Cheese to typical chorizos from di昀昀erent countries. "We o昀昀er a palette of 昀氀avors designed to satisfy the most 5 more states are At PAISA we celebrate the best of in the sights with an traditional Latin American 昀氀avors. expansion project diverse palates. 吀栀ese products not only represent ingredients but also cultures and traditions that are the soul of Latin America," said Ruiz. INNOVATION AND NEW PRODUCTS 吀栀e company's commitment is to preserve the authenticity PAISA, in addition to cheeses, has innovative products of 昀氀avors while adapting them to modern needs. 吀栀us, those that complement its portfolio, such as Nacho Sauce, Tuscan seeking to relive a childhood memory or discover a new delight, Linguica, Chicken Bologna, Argentine Empanadas, and PAISA's selection celebrates the culinary heritage that unites imported Havarti and Swiss Cheese. Additionally, the company Latin America. is already preparing a launch that will venture into another product category. 吀栀is is PAISA Multi昀氀oral Honey, cultivated in Turkey, in three di昀昀erent formats. "Paisa honey stands out as a 100% natural product, SIGNATURE PRODUCTS with no additives or preservatives," Ruiz said. 吀栀e 昀氀avors that PAISA o昀昀ers in its 昀氀agship products, such as cheeses, are the key ingredient in many traditional dishes. • White Cheese • Venezuelan Style in different Hard Cheese presentations • Gouda Cheese • Muenster Cheese • Frying Cheese • Mozzarella Cheese in different presentations 7070 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
El Paisa and Imusa Abasto Magazine
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ADVICE Hispanic Supermarkets: A BRIDGE TO HOME DURING THE HOLIDAYS By Ana María Triana, Business and Human Resources Consultant hen you're far from your home country, there's nothing better than experiencing the traditional 昀氀avors and aromas that evoke memories of home, especially during Wthis festive season when family and friends are missed and longing increases. For Latin American immi- grants, this season can awaken a deep nostalgia, but thanks to Hispanic supermarkets, a part of that essence remains alive. 吀栀e December holidays are a time full of tradition, especially for Latin American communities, and this is where Hispanic supermarkets become more than just stores. 吀栀ey are a cultural and emotional bridge that connects us to our origins by o昀昀ering us authentic products that are di昀케cult to 昀椀nd in traditional super- market chains. 吀栀anks to these stores, we can 昀椀nd everything from the ingre- PARTICIPATION OF THE HISPANIC dients necessary to prepare typical COMMUNITY IN FOOD PURCHASES holiday dishes to popular products Hispanic grocery stores have been experiencing rapid growth in such as hallacas, tamales, panetones, recent years, not only due to the arrival of new Latin American buñuelos, custards, and sweets. Walking residents but also due to the local community's interest, which through the aisles of these supermarkets has expanded its exploration to new culinary cultures. More can immerse us in a comforting journey, as and more people of various nationalities are attracted to the it transports us to our roots. authentic 昀氀avors of Latin America, especially during the holiday season. 吀栀erefore, often, typical products are part of "When I arrived here, one of the things I missed Latin tables and are increasingly common in non-Latin homes, the most were the buñuelos and the natilla that promoting gastronomic diversity and cultural exchange. my grandmother Inés made for Christmas, with SUPPORT FOR THE LOCAL ECONOMY their typical smells on Christmas Eve, to the sound Hispanic supermarkets play a key role in the local economy, of classic carols. Finding the ingredients in the attracting signi昀椀cant income and generating an active dyna- local Latino supermarket was like going home for mic in the purchase of goods and services by the population. 吀栀e supply and demand for Latin products impact the growth a moment and allowed me to keep that tradition of small businesses that have undertaken the task of opening alive with my family." - Mariana Angel, a Colombian an establishment with brands that only immigrants can recog- resident in the United States.". nize and that do not 昀椀t into the large supermarket chains. -Mariana Ángel, Maintaining traditions, especially during the holiday season, colombiana residente en Estados Unidos. rea昀케rms that, despite the distance, our roots remain alive. Statistics from the "Why Behind the Buy", a report by Acosta and Univision Communications. 60 MILLON 20% 30% $175 Hispanic shoppers in the of Hispanics live in the United States. of the Hispanic annual amount spent US. Many of whom seek the Their participation is expected to population by Hispanics above the authentic 昀氀avors of their grow as the population ages and buys food in US average. homeland. diversi昀椀es. ethnic stores. 7272 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
Azteca Milling Abasto Magazine
ADVICE Trends That Shaped Supermarkets in 2024 By Jaime Enrique (Rick) Parra ccording to consulting 昀椀rm DriveResearch, consumers Suggestions on how to take advantage of this trend: spent an average of $174 per trip to the grocery store in • Develop a user-friendly platform. 2024. 吀栀is statistic raises important questions: How • Optimize inventory management. did consumers choose where to spend that $174? What • Personalize the shopping experience. Afactors in昀氀uenced their decision-making process when selecting a grocery store? And, perhaps most importantly, what 2. VALUE SHOPPING IS ON THE RISE items were they going to buy? In 2024, “value shopping” in the supermarket context refers In an era of increasing choice and evolving consumer prefe- to consumers prioritizing the e昀昀ectiveness of their monetary rences, understanding grocery store trends is vital for both outlay while still looking for quality in their purchases. 吀栀is retailers and consumers. trend involves 昀椀nding the best overall value for their money. Many of these trends are already being observed and will likely continue to set the tone in 2025. Here are the top 5 super- Some key approaches: market trends and suggestions for taking advantage of them. • Highlight value o昀昀erings. • Optimize pricing strategies. 1. ONLINE GROCERY SHOPPING • Leverage private brands. 吀栀e use of grocery delivery services in 3. SUSTAINABILITY 2024 is up 56% over 2022. 吀栀e sustainability trend in grocery involves implementing This first trend, which allows environmentally friendly practices in the supply chain and customers to order groceries in-store operations. online and have them delivered or picked up in-store, has trans- How grocers can embrace this trend: formed the traditional grocery • Reduce plastic packaging and promote reusable shopping experience. alternatives. According to Oracle, Walmart • Minimize food waste. (including Sam's Club) is the • Improve energy e昀케ciency in stores. largest online grocery store in the United States, with more 4. SELF-CHECKOUT AND AUTOMATION than 25% market share. 吀栀is trend involves implementing various technologies that However, many can help reduce labor costs and improve operations. signi昀椀cant compe- titors exist in the 吀栀e trend includes: grocery industry's • Scan-and-go mobile applications. home delivery • Cashierless stores. game, inclu- • Automated inventory management systems ding Amazon Fresh, Kroger, While these advances may deter the customer experience, Target, and according to Capital One, 73% of consumers prefer self-chec- Albertsons. kout to traditionally sta昀昀ed cash registers. 5. WELLNESS PRODUCTS 吀栀e wellness trend has transformed ordinary supermarkets into veritable health emporiums, re昀氀ecting a signi昀椀cant shift in consumer priorities and shopping habits. 7744 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
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ADVICE The Retail Academy:WHAT'S TO COME By Julio Ibáñez n the last edition of the year of the Retail Academy, we will clear objective of getting the products of our own brands to focus on the changes we are experiencing in our stores the store shelves at the most competitive price on the market. and how retailers must adapt to the new behaviors of our In addition, these new strategies are accompanied by large customers, including in昀氀ation in the markets. technological investments to ensure all demand planning i And is that, according to the main market studies through automatic replenishment software that leaves virtua- carried out in recent months, in昀氀ation has been causing very lly no margin for error in terms of product shortages in stores. moderate consumption even compared to the COVID era. 吀栀e impacts of the increases in energy and food prices are still THE TRADITIONAL noticeable, and our customers are increasingly choosing more CHANNEL VS. ONLINE carefully where to make their purchases. With all this, the result is that our customers are now much Although most of our Latino customers continue to visit stores more aware when it comes to valuing their expenses and plan- physically on a regular basis, it is also true that supermarket ning all their purchases. 吀栀ey are looking for brands that o昀昀er purchases through their online channels continue to grow by added value without a昀昀ecting high prices. leaps and bounds. 吀栀e new generations such as Millennials already have their highest preference for their online purcha- THE PRIVATE LABEL STRATEGY ses. We are aware that we must continue to improve the online experience of our customers, primarily in delivery times. Our customers now expect us all to go the extra mile to over- come the in昀氀ation crisis, which has clearly been shown to have SOCIAL NETWORKS AND not been caused by supermarkets, who in most cases have INFLUENCERS VS. WEEKLY COUPONS made great sacri昀椀ces to our already tight pro昀椀t margins. With all the tools we can o昀昀er as supermarkets to remain Another trend that is changing and that will be very noticeable competitive, one of the best is to continue growing and develo- in the coming months will be the disappearance of printed ping our private brands. 吀栀is coupons or weekly o昀昀ers. With the savings in physical prin- involves direct negotiation ting of these classic promotions, supermarkets can invest in with the manufacturer, sending those promotions digitally, via text messages or social removing all kinds of networks. In addition, they can use the 昀椀gure of in昀氀uencers intermediaries with the to attract customers of all ages and generations to our stores. Another exciting year awaits us in our supermarket sector, with many changes and inno- vations. I wish you all a happy holiday season with your families and loved ones. 7676 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
CBI Abasto Magazine
ADVICE Year-End Shopping Season Online or In-Store? By Ricardo Gaitán, Brand Analyst he Christmas specialized stores. and New Year Physical stores will continue to be essential for personalized seasons are advice, an action that allows buyers to touch, see and try times when products before taking them away. Digital shopping o昀昀ers Hispanics, complementary services such as "click and collect", where Tresiding in customers can shop online at any time and pick up in-store, the United States and which allows them to interact with the seller. other parts of the 吀栀is is especially attractive to younger generations. Many world, decide to platforms are using arti昀椀cial intelligence (AI) to personalize strengthen their the online shopping experience. bonds with loved 吀栀rough devices such as Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, ones and friends which allow voice purchases, they allow users to "try" products through a physical detail. such as clothing, appliances or furniture before purchasing Many decide to advance their them, improving consumer con昀椀dence. In fact, mobile devices Christmas shopping during the have been key in the growth of online shopping. Black Friday or Cyber Monday celebrations. Most e-commerce shopping traffic will come from Black Friday, focused on physical sales, takes place the day smartphones, prompting companies to optimize their after the fourth 吀栀ursday of November following 吀栀anksgiving. websites and apps for these platforms. Cyber Monday takes place the following Monday after the holiday and is characterized as the day dedicated to online Digital payments, including electronic wallets such as shopping. cryptocurrencies, Apple Pay and Google Pay, have become 吀栀ese celebrations identi昀椀ed by discounts in both physical established, o昀昀ering more secure and convenient transactions. and online stores have expanded significantly due to Cybersecurity has also improved to protect online purchases, globalization. with the use of technologies such as biometric authentication. In the 1950s, Black Friday started Although physical stores remain relevant, many have commercial activities and Cyber Monday adopted an omnichannel approach by integrating physical in 2005. Both celebrations open the most and online experiences. productive season of the year for sales, at For example, some businesses allow you to buy online a time when everyone wants to buy. While and pick up in-store, while others o昀昀er interactive digital "face-to-face" service establishments o昀昀er the possibility of experiences within physical stores. receiving direct advice from expert personnel, something Retailers can be con昀椀dent that the year-end shopping season that shoppers value, online sales are expected to continue in 2024 will be the most active, as e-commerce has maintained representing a signi昀椀cant portion of total sales worldwide sustained growth, especially after the pandemic. through platforms such as Amazon, Alibaba and powerful 7878 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM
Winnuts and Oni Abasto Magazine
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HEALTH FOCUS Ingredients • ½ cup of raw sugar. • 4 green cardamom pods • 7 large eggs (fresh, local or ½ teaspoon of ground and pasture-raised strongly cardamom. preferred), separated. • 1 teaspoon of whole black •2 cups of organic peppercorns or 1 teaspoon whole milk. of ground black pepper. • 3 cups of organic • 1 cinnamon stick (Ceylon heavy cream. preferred) or ½ teaspoon of • ⅓ cup of bourbon. ground cinnamon. •⅓ cup of aged rum • 1 whole nutmeg or ½ teas- • ⅓ cup of brandy poon of ground nutmeg. or cognac. Directions • Prepare the spice blend first. If you are using pre-ground spices, mix them together in a small bowl. If you are using whole spices, remove the seeds from the cardamom pod and place the seeds in a mortar with pestle with the whole black pepper. • Grate in ½ teaspoon of cinnamon (I use a Microplane grater) and ½ teaspoon of nutmeg. Pulverize the spices with the pestle until 昀椀nely ground •Place the egg yolks, spices and sugar in a large bowl. Using a hand mixer on the low setting, beat until smooth and creamy. Slowly add the milk and cream and blend on low until smooth and silky, about 2 minutes. Add in HHoolliidadayy the booze and stir. •Place the eggnog in a gallon Mason jar with lid, or a pitcher and cover with plastic wrap. Whatever container you use should have ample room to fold in the egg whites. SSppiciceedd • Beat the egg whites in a large bowl until semi-sti昀昀 peaks form, about 5–6 minutes. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the base. Chill, covered, for 36 to 48 hours before digging in. eggnog • Eggnog will keep for at least 2 weeks in the refrigerator, and it does get better with age By Nissa Pierson never liked eggnog—or so I thought. Year after para mantener a raya las bacterias de los huevos crudos, sino year, I declined it, turned o昀昀 by its bland taste, también para añadir profundidad y “espíritu” a la bebida. egg-y texture, and cardboard aftertaste. A la hora de añadir especias, experimenté con cardamomo You couldn’t have convinced me that one day verde y negro, pimienta negra, canela de Ceilán, pimienta de I I’d crave it or rely on it to boost my holiday Jamaica, nuez moscada e incluso chiles urfa biber para darle un spirit. Determined not to be a holiday bah humbug, I set out toque creativo. Al 昀椀nal, me decidí por cuatro especias, molidas to create a recipe I’d actually enjoy—and I succeeded! a mano para maximizar el sabor. Investigando la historia del eggnog, lo desglosé en cinco En cuanto a la técnica, descubrí que batir las claras a punto componentes esenciales: lácteos, huevos, alcohol, especias y de nieve semi 昀椀rme e incorporarlas a la mezcla de nata de una técnica. La crema, la leche y los huevos forman la base de un sola vez funcionaba perfectamente. gran eggnog, dándole una textura sedosa y rica. Por último, el paso clave: el añejamiento. Dejar reposar el Sabía que utilizar productos lácteos de alta calidad y huevos eggnog permite que el alcohol y las especias se asimilen por frescos de granja sería crucial. completo, creando la profundidad de sabor que hace que esta A continuación, me centré en el alcohol. Es esencial, no sólo bebida sea realmente especial. 8080 NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR/ D/ DECECEEMMBBEER 2R 200224 4 AABBAASSTOTO..CCOOMM CChhee攀爀攀爀s!s!
La Tortilleria Abasto Magazine
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