Supermarket Economics

Guest Host:

Matthew Felling
Supermarket Economics

A generation ago, it was unheard of for supermarkets to have their own sushi chefs or nutritionists. Today, eclectic and high-end offerings are increasingly the norm, with grocery stores like Wegmans and Trader Joe's staking their claim in...

A generation ago, it was unheard of for supermarkets to have their own sushi chefs or nutritionists. Today, eclectic and high-end offerings are increasingly the norm, with grocery stores like Wegmans and Trader Joe's staking their claim in our region. That's putting pressure on chains like Giant -- and sparking unexpected controversy in some communities. Join Kojo as we examine the changing dynamics of the local supermarket industry.

Guests

Barry Scher

Former Vice President of Public Affairs, Giant Supermarkets

Jeff Metzger

Publisher/President, Food World and Food Trade News

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