4 • September | October 2026 • abasto.com Content SEPTEMBER OCTOBER 2026 Business Showcase 40. Two Brands, One Identity Señorial and Incaparina: quality Guatemalan products. 42. Pork with Authentic Flavor El Gran Chaparral crosses borders with its pressed pork rinds. Special Agriculture Insert 35. Exp Group opens new facilities in Pharr, Texas . AF&B Special Insert 51. Salsa Huichol prepares a packaging innovation. Focus 18. Memories That Sell Nostalgia drives measurable sales on the shelves. 22. In-Store Technology The human touch beats the machines. Advice 34. Economic Power How the Hispanic workforce drives prosperity. 36. Diverse Supermarkets Latino stores break down cultural barriers. Food Industry 44. A Decade to Celebrate Fresco Supermarkets makes customers feel at home. 48. Plan to Boost Sales Identify high-turnover Hispanic fruits and vegetables. 62. The Driving Force Behind Decisions Convenience defeats health in consumer priorities. Cover 26 22 36 18 62 48 44 35 51