How CPG brands can regain influence in relations with US retailers
The relationship between grocers and CPG companies in the US has always been a delicate balance of power, negotiation and…
All articles by Victor Martino
Victor Martino
Victor Martino is a US-based marketing and business development consultant, analyst, entrepreneur and writer, specialising in the grocery industry.
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Why ‘healthy indulgence’ is the next big opportunity in snack foods
‘Healthy indulgence’ – the convergence of health consciousness and indulgence – is reshaping the snack foods category and packaged foods…
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Why 2025 will breakout year for some food SMEs in the US
The so-called natural food and beverage industry in the US had been on a steady rise for decades but it’s…
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From Trump to AI – the five big issues for US food in 2025
Looking into my crystal ball, I see that 2025 is going to be a very interesting and eventful year for…
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RFK Jr. targets ultra-processed foods and has ‘Big Food’ in his sights
Is the US government on a collision course with the country's packaged foods industry? Robert F. Kennedy Jr., whom President-elect…
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US election: Where Trump and Harris stand on food and agriculture
Agri-food issues have been central to this year’s US presidential election – but how might the policies of Kamala Harris…
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Food fraud threat to industry is high – but technology can help
Food fraud – the intentional adulteration, misrepresentation or mislabeling of food products for economic gain – has been around almost…
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Kamala Harris’ “price gouging” ban appears a solution in search of a problem
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris needs to clarify her proposal to ban food and grocery companies from “price gouging” or…
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Brands beware – frustrated US consumers are pushing back
Pricing is no longer an option for big food companies, writes Victor Martino. One of the most pressing issues currently…
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Nutrition, the new FDA agenda and the food industry
A reorganised US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has prioritised nutrition and has a broad and aggressive nutrition-focused agenda planned…