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Daniel DurickPresidentEmerging Food Technologies

Premium Steak House Guests can now have DNA-Assurance of their Steak's origin

May 27, 2011

DNA-based traceability is now available for Beef and Pork, particularly the cuts served by High-End/Fine DIning establishments. Animal DNA is proof positive of the source of each steer, and the standards of quality established by the Grower.

Daniel DurickPresidentEmerging Food Technologies

RONALD McDONALD is here to stay !

May 26, 2011

Analysis of:McDonald's under pressure to fire Ronald | online.wsj.com

Rumors of McOpCo fazing-out Ronald McDonald is pure fallacy. The Ronald character is the cornerstone of McDonald's concept and truly admired by their kid's consumers. The notion that Ronald is associated solely with 'bad-for-you' menu and food selections is hideous. The Ronald character is simply an identification with, and for, the McDonald's brand.

Rick SheaPresidentShea Marketing Consulting Inc.

Kellogg's Leadership in the Cereal Market Under Attack

October 28, 2010

We are what you would call a heavy user household for the cereal category .With 4 teenage and junior high school kids what could be easier on those busy Monday through Friday mornings than a quick bowl of cereal. It’s convenient, nutritious and tastes good. The adult brands like Special K and Fiber One also work well for Mom and Dad.

Rick SheaPresidentShea Marketing Consulting Inc.

Coffee Market Competition Remains Hot

October 20, 2010

Americans love their coffee and despite rising prices the love affair continues. Americans consume over $45 Billion dollars worth of coffee every year. Retail coffee shops like Starbucks drive most consumption but foodservice locations (offices, hotels, schools, restaurants) and the supermarket and grocery channel also drive strong sales. Despite a fickle and price sensitive consumer, coffee consumption continues to grow. As one would expect competition remains intense with ever growing crossover of retail brands (Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Caribou, Peets) into the home and foodservice channels.

Rick SheaPresidentShea Marketing Consulting Inc.

Food Industry Mergers To Rise In 2011

September 7, 2010

Analysis of:Food Industry Mergers To Rise in 2011 | seekingalpha.com

Competitive activity remains intense,interest rates are ridiculously low and shoppers are more price sensitive than ever before. These factors will lead to further food industry consolidation in 2011. This is the first of a series of articles on potential merger or acquisition candidates for the supermarket industry. Think of it as fantasy football for the food industry. Some players go for a high value others are acquired on the cheap.In this part we will tackle the food retailers. Folks like Walmart ,Target and Kroger get the most news but many smaller retailers will need to continue to drive cost savings through mergers. The food retailing industry remains driven by actions of the consumer and the consumer is telling them they want better costs with great quality. This has led to food products being sold in all channels of trade. The food industry major retailers are classified into eight major types:Traditional Supermarkets: Kroger,Safeway,Super ValuMass Merchandisers: Walmart,Target,MeijerClub Stores :Costco,Sam's,BJ'sDollar : Dollar General, Dollar Tree,Family DollarDrug : CVS,WalgreensConvenience : 7-11,WawaNatural and Organic : Whole Foods,Trader JoesExtreme Value : Aldi,Save A-LotOne of the leaders in growth has been the dollar store industry with its ever expanding selection of food and consumer packaged goods. This has put pressure on traditional supermarkets like Kroger along with discounters like Walmart. Expect further consolidation in both traditional supermarkets and dollar stores.

Roger DavidsonChief Operating OfficerMaGi Foods LLC

Is Wal-Mart Rollback a Rollover?

June 4, 2010

After four consecutive quarters of ID sales declines Wal-Mart management decided to take the initiative and fight back with a new more aggressive rollback program. Beginning the week of April 26, the last week of Wal-Mart’s first fiscal quarter, consumers and competitors began to get a look at a distinctly different Rollback (what I call a Rollover) program.

Rick SheaPresidentShea Marketing Consulting Inc.

Nestle Is The New 800 Pound Gorilla In Frozen Food

May 31, 2010

Nestle's recent acquisition of the Kraft frozen pizza division makes them the dominant player in frozen foods. With the acquisition, they add such well known brands as DIGiorno, Tombstone and California Pizza Kitchen to their already powerful frozen entrees and snacks brands (Stouffers,Lean Cuisine,Hot Pockets) With sales of more than $5.6 B in frozen foods they are more than triple their next major competitor Conagra with sales of $1.8B.

Rick SheaPresidentShea Marketing Consulting Inc.

Private Label Performs in a Tough Market

February 11, 2010

Analysis of:Short Stop Battle of the Brands | finance.yahoo.com

Recent earnings results by Ralcorp (RAH) and AIPC (AIPC) have been met with a positive response from investors. Both companies delivered improved earnings growth with flat volume pulled lower by price deflation. Of course, it doesn't hurt that the stock market has gone negative and defensive stocks like food companies are by their nature more in favor during tough economic times.

Rick SheaPresidentShea Marketing Consulting Inc.

Top Supermarket Trends For 2010

January 29, 2010

Analysis of:Top Super Market Trend for 2010 | www.seekingalpha.com

The Supermarket industry continues to provide a very tough competitive environment. Consumer pressure to drive value, quality, taste and nutrition in our food offerings requires strong companies with strong management teams to drive successful results. The consumer is calling the shots and voting with their grocery purchases. We have identified 6 major trends for 2010 that will drive the results of the major food manufacturers and retailers involved in the supermarket industry.

Tom PirkoPresidentBevmark LLC

FEMSA, ASSESSING STRATEGIC VALUES IN GLOBAL BEER CONSOLIDATION.

October 1, 2009

Analysis of:Mexico's FEMSA SEEN EYEING $9 BILLION BEER MERGER | reuters.com

FEMSA remains a misunderstood asset in the global consolidation of the beer industry.   A transaction will involve numerous strategic considerations andwill depend upon several key factors involving acquirers' balance sheets and plans for development.

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