Coronavirus

Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.


Coronavirus Sparks a Spate of Grocery Trade Show Cancellations

As the outbreak intensifies, along with sharp increases in corporate travel restrictions and heightened concerns, the grocery industry’s key events and supply chains are taking major hits.

Workforce

5 actions restaurant employers should take to combat coronavirus

Every employer should be considering these moves right now, according to a law firm that specializes in employment situations.

Shoptalk has been rescheduled for September as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak, moving Groceryshop to 2021.

In a letter to the USDA, the association recommends steps such as waiving requirements for congregate feeding to allow grab-and-go service.

A Technomic white paper examines how the virus could impact the food industry.

According to a law firm specializing in employment issues, here are some guidelines to keep in mind.

Same-store sales in the country fell 78% in February, though 90% of stores are now open, and sales are improving as life slowly returns to normal.

CEO Rodney McMullen says fourth-quarter results illustrate the retailer was deepening its "competitive moats" and seeing benefits from better execution.

Here are some guidelines to keep in mind, says a law firm specializing in employment issues.

Seven & i balking on price, fear of economic slowdown related to coronavirus

A Technomic survey reveals that Americans are paying close attention to the topic, even as they are uncertain about what to do.

From boosting cleaning efforts to seeking out ways to bolster delivery sales, restaurants are adapting to a fast-moving global crisis.

Projections of few retail buyers, exhibitors and low turnout result in decision

Yum has told executives to limit their travel, while other companies postpone events to prevent the virus’s spread.

Nielsen identifies top-selling items amid coronavirus concerns that are poised to impact global supply chains.

Foodservice operators are paying attention to the coronavirus as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention seeks to boost awareness of the illness and how it spreads.

Buyers from H-E-B, Costco, Advantage Solutions, Mom's Organic, Harris Teeter and Whole Foods Market were among the retailers opting out of the annual confab, which has been indefinitely postponed on projections of fewer retail buyers, exhibitors and low turnout.

Constellation Brands issues statement regarding beer sales, COVID-19

As virus fears grip the country, experts stress planning and good food safety practices to reduce risk.

CDC issues recommendations to help employers cope with the looming health crisis

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