Posted by: Ryan on: 15 Sep, 2009
The food producer’s ultimate guide to doing business online – Chapter 2:
Wholesale Food Business Online and The Long Tail Marketing Approach
As I previously mentioned in the last article, it is estimated that nearly 90% of wholesale food buyers conduct purchasing research online. This means that wholesale food buyers DO go online to find [...]
Posted by: Megan on: 10 Jul, 2009
Consumers are becoming more aware of what they’re putting in their bodies, and food companies are making changes to meet the demand for healthier products.
According to this Food Business News article, consumers have shown more interest in organic and natural foods, while also becoming more concerned about additives, preservatives, and artificial colors. This presents [...]
Posted by: Megan on: 22 Apr, 2009
Everyone loves a little treat now and then, especially if it’s gourmet! Even when consumers scale back on indulgences, they still allow some wiggle room when it comes to chocolate.
According to consumer goods market research company Packaged Facts, gourmet chocolate sales are expected to increase at a higher rate than that of chocolates overall within [...]
Posted by: Megan on: 21 Apr, 2009
While a lot of businesses are taking a hit in the recession, one sector is still on the growth trajectory: organic and natural foods and products. This is great news for many of our friends in the gourmet food industry!
The fact is that although organic and natural products generally cost more, consumers are buying. According [...]
Posted by: Ryan on: 15 Dec, 2006
Keys to Success for 2007
by Ryan Montague, Founder and CEO
December 2006
With the New Year less than one week away, most are making their New Year’s resolutions to get in shape, spend more time with the family, or to kick that lifelong habit. But what about your New Year’s Business Resolution? What are you going [...]
Posted by: Ryan on: 25 Aug, 2006
4th Quarter 2006 - are you prepared?
by Ryan Montague - Founder and CEO
August 2006
Still figuring out how to capture a share of the 4th quarter shopping frenzy? Not sure where or how to spend your last marketing dollars? Here are a few ideas that could make the difference between breaking even and [...]