Our favorite issue of the year is here! 🪇🎉 The September/October edition of Abasto Magazine celebrates Hispanic Heritage through the flavors, products, and brands that represent the diversity, traditions, and evolution of Hispanic culture. 📙In this issue, you’ll find: 🍊 Flavors that connect with Raptor, Naturas, and Del Frutal. 🥟 Food traditions and culture brought to you by La Fe Foods. 🇲🇽 The taste of Mexico with Jarritos and Lago de Chapala hot sauce. And this is just a sneak peek of what we’ve prepared. 🔗 Discover Abasto Magazine’s Special Hispanic Heritage Edition. Available in English and Spanish. 🇺🇸 hubs.li/Q04wk2HV0 🇪🇸 hubs.li/Q04wjYp80 #abastomedia #abastomagazine #abastonews #foodandbeverageindustry #innovation #HerenciaHispana #HispanicHeritageMonth

“Los supermercados independientes se ganan la confianza de sus clientes visita tras visita y, a medida que la tecnología evoluciona, el compromiso de nuestra industria de poner a los clientes en primer lugar se mantiene inalterado”, señaló Greg Ferrara, presidente y CEO de National Grocers Association. 📰 Obtenga más información en: hubs.li/Q04CwQms0 #NGA #GroceryIndustry #IndependentGrocers #GroceryRetail #PricingTechnology @TheNGAShow

Vice President J.D. Vance and U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke L. Rollins announced the funding, which will support independent processors across 40 states through the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP). #USDA #MeatProcessing @USDA

Independent grocers earn their customers’ trust one shopping trip at a time, and as technology continues to evolve, our industry’s commitment to putting customers first remains unchanged,” said Greg Ferrara, president and CEO of NGA. @TheNGAShow View article

Tajín va más allá de su famoso sazonador de chile y limón. La marca con sede en Houston lanzó Tajín Twist Chamoy, una nueva salsa chamoy Tajín, pensada para dulces, postres congelados, fruta y bebidas. El producto, dulce y picante, ya está disponible en tiendas selectas de todo el país. 📰 Obtenga más información en: hubs.li/Q04Cn9T10 #Tajin #TajinChamoy #Swicy #FoodAndBeverage #SnackTrends #HispanicFood #GroceryIndustry @TajinUSA

Los latinos en EE. UU. podrían convertirse en la fuerza que impulse la próxima ola del comercio con América Latina. Ese corredor movió cerca de $1.5 billones en bienes y servicios en 2025. Así lo revela una nueva investigación del @McKinsey. 📰 Obtenga más información en: hubs.li/Q04Cn89g0 #USLatinos #LatinoBuyingPower #LatinAmericanTrade #FoodAndBeverage #HispanicMarket

The launch puts a leading Mexican chile brand at the center of the “swicy” movement. For grocers, it also offers a fresh way to link several store sections with one trend-driven condiment. @TajinUSA #Tajin #TajinChamoy #Swicy #FoodAndBeverage #SnackTrends

For supermarkets and food companies, the stakes are high. Latino shoppers already shape what fills grocery carts nationwide. @McKinsey #USLatinos #LatinoBuyingPower #LatinAmericanTrade #FoodAndBeverage

THE MOST POPULAR GROCERY BRANDS IN THE U.S. 🛒 @Walmart leads the U.S. grocery landscape with a massive 69% popularity score, followed by ALDI in second place at 40%. According to recent consumer data ranking the top 20 grocery brands, here is how the market shapes up: 🥇 Top 1–5: @Walmart (69%) • @AldiUSA (40%) • @Target (35%) • @kroger (33%) • #Costco (32%) 🥈 Top 6–10: @SamsClub (26%) • #FoodLion (25%) • @Albertsons (21%) • @Publix (21%) • BJ’s (20%) 🥉 Top 11–15: @Safeway (19%) • #TraderJoes (18%) • #Giant (16%) • @WholeFoods (16%) • #FredMeyer (15%) 🏅 Top 16–20: @HyVee (15%) • Stop & Shop (15%) • #GIANT (13%) • #Lidl (12%) • #Martin’s (7%) 3 Key Takeaways for Retailers & CPG Brands: 1. Value dominates the podium: High inflation consciousness continues to push value-first retailers like Walmart, ALDI, and Target to the top. 2. Wholesale clubs remain powerhouses: Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s all secure spots in the Top 10, highlighting strong consumer demand for bulk savings. 3. The battle for #2 is fierce: While Walmart stands alone at 69%, only 8 percentage points separate ALDI (#2) from Costco (#5). Meanwhile, regional leaders like Food Lion (#7) are outranking major national chains. For CPG brands, the strategy is clear: winning shelf space with the market leader is critical, but the fierce mid-tier race offers massive regional and channel opportunities. Which store is in your top 3, and did its position surprise you? 👇 hubs.li/Q04CjScX0 #abastomagazine #abastonews #foodandbeverageindustry #Grocery #CPG #RetailStrategy

Jumex convirtió su néctar de frutas en un artículo de colección. Para celebrar el Día de Muertos, el fabricante mexicano de jugos lanzó una edición limitada de Latabotellas con arte de Catrinas. Además, los consumidores ya pueden encontrarlas en supermercados de todo el país, incluido @Walmart. 📰 Obtenga más información en: hubs.li/Q04CcrD50 #Jumex #DiaDeMuertos #DayOfTheDead #HispanicConsumers #HispanicMarket #BeverageIndustry

Los supermercados independientes tienen una ventaja clara frente a los compradores en cuanto a servicio, vínculos con la comunidad y productos locales. Sin embargo, se quedan muy atrás de las cadenas en cuanto a la inscripción en programas de lealtad. 📰 Obtenga más información en: hubs.li/Q04CcqLK0 #NGA #IndependentGrocers #GroceryRetail #GroceryIndustry #SupermarketNews #ShopperInsights @TheNGAShow

The collection includes five 15.5-ounce latabotellas in five of the brand’s top-performing flavors, including Mango, Guava, Strawberry Banana, Peach, and Coco Pineapple. @OficialJumex #Jumex #DiaDeMuertos #DayOfTheDead

That finding from a 5,000-shopper study set the tone for the National Grocers Association’s Executive Conference, which wrapped up Oct. 22 at the Fairmont Chicago. #NGA #IndependentGrocers #GroceryRetail #GroceryIndustry #SupermarketNews #ShopperInsights

The transformation introduced an entirely new guest experience while expanding the fresh groceries, quality meats, produce and authentic ingredients customers have come to expect from Northgate Market. @NorthgateGlzMrk #NorthgateMarket #MercadoGonzález

Los refrescos, los dulces y las bebidas energéticas se convirtieron en un inesperado campo de batalla legal. En junio, una jueza federal anuló las restricciones estatales del SNAP en los cinco estados donde los beneficiarios las habían impugnado. Obtenga más información en: hubs.li/Q04BZjtZ0 #SNAP #FoodRetail #GroceryIndustry #ConvenienceStores #RetailNews #FoodPolicy #USDA @USDAFoodSafety

Ante analistas e inversionistas reunidos el 20 de octubre en Nueva York, Foran explicó que el desempeño desigual de las tiendas, el alza de costos y una propuesta de valor rezagada le costaron clientes a la cadena. “El resultado es que perdimos cuota de mercado”, afirmó. “Asumimos la responsabilidad”. 📰 Obtenga más información en: hubs.li/Q04BZj1_0 #Kroger #GroceryRetail #GroceryIndustry #RetailStrategy #SupermarketNews #RetailLeadership

Soda, candy, and energy drinks have become an unlikely battleground in a legal fight. In June, a federal judge struck down SNAP food restrictions in all five states where shoppers had challenged them in court. @USDA

What an incredible two months! Our team has been on the road, connecting with industry leaders and friends across some of the biggest events of the season: 1. @afbshow 2. Taste of the Americas Buying Show by @NSAGLOBAL 3. @NACSonline 4. Global Produce & Floral Show by the @IntFreshProduce. At each stop, we brought along one of our most meaningful annual editions: Hispanic Heritage Month, a celebration of Hispanic brands whose stories reflect history, tradition, culture, and a deep connection with consumers. These are the core values that drive Abasto and bring us closer to the brands shaping the future of the food and beverage industry. As October comes to a close, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone in the Abasto community. Thank you to everyone who took the time to meet with us, share their stories, and exchange ideas. 💚📙🛒 We can’t wait for what the last two months of the year will bring! #abastomedia #abastonews #abastomagazine #foodandbeverageindustry #IFPA #GPFS2026 #AmericasFoodandBeverageShow #NSAFlorida #Nacs

Entre estos consumidores, el 43 % planea buscar ofertas con más frecuencia, el 31 % comparará precios en línea con mayor frecuencia y el 29 % usará cupones con mayor frecuencia, entre otras estrategias para hacer que la temporada sea más accesible para su bolsillo. 📰 Obtenga más información en: hubs.li/Q04BPPvl0 #NRF #HolidayShopping #RetailTrends #ConsumerSpending #HolidayRetail #RetailIndustry @NRFnews

“Los supermercados independientes desempeñan un papel crítico para mantener la competencia, la variedad y precios accesibles en las comunidades de todo el país”, señaló Greg Ferrara, presidente y director ejecutivo de @NationalGrocers. 📰 Obtenga más información en: hubs.li/Q04BPKNj0 #IndependentGrocers #GroceryIndustry #GroceryRetail #SupermarketNews #RetailTrends

“From getting an early start to waiting for major deals and promotions, consumers are choosing when to shop based on what works best for them,” Prosper Executive Vice President of Strategy Phil Rist said. @NRFnews #NRF #HolidayShopping #RetailTrends