IDDBA releases new COVID-19 impact report

The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) has released their weekly COVID-19 Impact report. The weekly reports bring updates to the COVID-19 situation with interest in Bakery, Dairy, Deli Meat, Deli Cheese, and Deli Prepared.

In this week’s report the first week of June marks three months of pandemic-affected grocery shopping patterns. Total store sales, including the fresh perimeter, saw its lowest gain since April 19 (going up against Easter 2019), at +9.8%. As restaurants continue to open up, competition for the food dollar will heat up further.

Access the full report here.

Read and review IDDBA’s previous reports here.

This webinar will examine variables factoring into nutritionally improved candy sales, including ingredients, label claims, and alternative sugars. Better-for-you options remain top of mind for consumers who are searching for indulgences, but in a healthier format.