Western Grocer Serving the industry since 1916
MARCH/APRIL 2020 • VOLUME 106, NO.2
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In this Issue
26 Rise & Shine
Rebranded OK Frozen Dough celebrates 25 years of serving in-store bakeries.
33 Birds of a Feather
Chicken Farmers of Canada has been reducing their environmental footprint for decades.
35 Big Data Is Making a Big Difference
Leading grocers are racing to find ways to use data to gain a competitive edge.
37 BIOFACH and VIVANESS 2020
40 Bring On Barbecue Season!
New products to put some extra sizzle in your sales.
69 What is the Future of Self-Checkout?
As more self-checkout machines are being deployed, newer technologies may make them a thing of the past.
71 Quenching Thirst
Trends in taste, health and hydration.
75 Indulgent Delights
Strategic planning maximizes the opportunities for frozen novelties and ice cream.
81 From Field to Table
Saskatchewan food industry growing strong.
On Our Cover
56 Wasteful Thinking
Sustainability is on everyone’s radar – from consumers to retailers to suppliers.
Cover Photography: shutterstock.com
Departments
6 Market Update
16 Calendar of Events
51 Retail Collaboration
53 Social Media Insights
87 In the Bag
