As a retailer, it’s critical you get on Foursquare, the new social media application taking the country by storm. Use it to track your customers, reward loyalists and target your marketing efforts.

University of Michigan psychologists have found that consumers deem foods labeled as “organic” as being healthier. This begs the question: will we see an organic obesity epidemic?

Nearly 144 million Americans plan on celebrating the Fourth of July the old fashioned way: by hosting a barbecue, watching fireworks and attending community celebrations. Is your store prepared?

Street food has exploded into restaurants, diners, home kitchens and now grocery stores as Americans embrace new cultural flavors, fast-paced preparation and on-the-go delivery systems. Read on for ways you can take advantage of this hot trend.

How often do you get out of your store and go elsewhere? You may be missing out on what the rest of the world has caught on to.

Sterling Rice Group has created a list of eight culinary shifts affecting the way we perceive and experience food in America. Here is that list and how your store can take advantage of them today.

Groupon has shown to greatly increase business for retailers – but are coupons really the best way to make more money?

That National Retail Federation has launched a “Mobile Retail Initiative” to help retailers make an easy transition to improving their shoppers’ experience through their mobile phones. Will you get on board?

Looking to involve the arts and community more, a Baltimore Whole Foods Market brought opera singers dressed as employees in to surprise customers and give listeners a preview of the city’s symphony orchestra concerts.

Consumers do care about the earth – and are willing to pay for products that reflect this concern. According to Mintel’s new report, Americans are shelling out the green to go green, and organic food purchases are still growing strong.

As an Expo West newbie, I wasn't surprised at the size of the show but how small it felt.

Growing up a vegetarian without electricity or plumbing, Bode Miller’s roots were truly humble. After winning the 2005 World Championships, he returned to a simpler way of life with the purchase of an organic farm in New Hampshire. Check out the more natural side of the champion skier.

Consumers’ growing tea knowledge makes for more tea rings at the register .

The Natural Products Association has outlined a set of criteria for household cleaners and home care products like detergent to ensure a product's safety, responsibility for animal testing, sustainable practices and natural ingredients.

With the most excessive of all gluttonous “holidays” this weekend, indulge your customers with Super Bowl party worthy deli treats and merchandising displays.