Andy Nelson

The strong growth in the Swiss cheese market in the US in recent years can be traced to higher demand and improved production methods, said Philip Forbes-Pryer, director of category management – imported cheese, for Saputo USA.

In 2025, Lipman Family Farms is particularly excited about the expansion of its trial program and the introduction of new varieties that are currently being piloted, said Leetha Reynolds, director of retail sales.

Burgers are the focus of Campbell Soup Co.’s latest soup line of Chunky soups.

Soups served hot instore or packed in to-go containers are enjoying a renaissance in grocery prepared foods departments, as more consumers seek meal options that are affordable, convenient, healthy and delicious.

BrightFarms has new state-of-the-art greenhouses in Yorkville, Ill.; Lorena, Texas; and Macon, Ga. That means the company will be able to bring fresh, pesticide-free greens to even more communities, said Jess Soare, senior director of marketing.

The key to successfully cleaning and sanitizing grocery meat and poultry departments is establishing a maintenance program and performing the services on a regularly scheduled frequency, said Jerry DiGiovanni, president of Kept Companies.

Natural and organic meat leader Applegate Farms, a division of Hormel, is showing its commitment to fighting climate change in a big way.

Sustainability will continue to be a cornerstone of Del Fresco Pure’s plans in 2025, said Ray Mastronardi, the company’s vice president of sales.

Consumers are responding well to two new soups from Kettle Cuisine — Chicken Dumpling and Chicken Pot Pie — said Mike Seeger, the company’s vice president of Walmart and club stores.

Demand for natural and organic meats continues to surge at grocery retail, driven by the growing interest of consumers — especially Gen Zers — in health, sustainability, animal welfare and other issues.