Monday, August 19

 
Changes in grocery biz offer food for thought
You'll have to fill out the nosy registration form at the Web site for Crain's Chicago Business in order to read this story about how supermarket chains are influence product innovations among other things. However, it's worth it for the insider look you get at how supermarkets control access to their shelves and what it means for independent food retailers, manufacturers and consumers. Excellent explanation of "slotting allowances," which some manufacturing folks prefer to call "paying tribute" or "bribes" or "extortion."
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