Retailers warn SNAP restrictions could cost $1.6 billion up front
FMI, NACS, and NGA say proposed rules would impose $1.6 billion in initial costs and nearly $760 million each year on retailers.
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FMI praises proposal revising costly refrigeration rule
“This revised proposal is critical to preventing the rule from unnecessarily driving up grocery prices.”
FMI survey: Shoppers grow anxious about food prices
Although 72% of shoppers have cut household spending, postponed trips, or delayed big purchases, most still feel in control of their grocery budgets.
FMI report: E-commerce fueling private brand growth and innovation
Nearly 85% of private brand assortments are now available online, a sharp rise in digital accessibility.
FMI issues statement on August CPI food price numbers
“Food price inflation continues to experience challenges driven by input costs and market uncertainties.”
FMI comments on FDA’s proposed extension of the food traceability compliance date
The association encouraged the agency to adopt changes to the rule to ensure efficient implementation.
FMI launching GroceryLab to accelerate tech-driven retail innovation
“Our mission in creating this new forum for members is to reduce the friction between bold ideas and real-world execution."
FMI: Shared meals are healthy meals
Family meals are 'the foundation for a healthy nation' and contribute to making America a more civil society.
FMI report: Shoppers embrace food routines and shared meals this fall
Americans continue to enjoy grocery shopping, cook more at home, and embrace mealtime traditions that bring people together.
FMI: Four stats that prove the value of fresh departments
Fresh foods boost grocery growth through strong sales, stability, and expanding influence online and in-store.
FMI: Fresh foods remain key differentiator for food retailers
“As consumers continue to prioritize health and nutrition, fresh foods remain essential to delivering the quality, convenience, and experience shoppers expect.”
Food prices have declined, but new tariffs could reverse that trend, FMI experts warn
Grocers operate on profit margins of just 1.7%, leaving little room to absorb higher costs.
FMI applauds federal court ruling on debit card swipe fee cap
“Ensuring a ‘reasonable and proportional debit regulated rate, as required by law, is critically important to keeping prices low for customers in the slim-margined grocery industry.”
FMI welcomes FDA’s extension of the food traceability rule compliance date
“We fully support efforts to improve traceability throughout the supply chain and are working diligently to do so.”
Natural Choice Foods wins FMI’s 2025 Food Safety Innovation Award
“Natural Choice Foods is transforming how the industry views food waste,” said Ashley Eisenbeiser, Vice President of Food and Product Safety Programs at FMI.
FMI urges FDA to revise food traceability and labeling rules to reduce burdens, avoid cost hikes
“FMI strongly supports the work of HHS and FDA to identify and eliminate outdated or unnecessary regulations.”