Preparing Your Business For Back To School
As summer draws to a close, the back-to-school season kicks into high gear, bringing a surge in demand for a wide range of products. For food service, this is an opportunity not just to stock up, but to strategically plan and maximize sales. At CJR Wholesale &...
Preparing Your Business For Back To School
As summer draws to a close, the back-to-school season kicks into high gear, bringing a surge in demand for a wide range of products. For food service, this is an opportunity not just to stock up, but to strategically plan and maximize sales. At CJR Wholesale &...
Global Flavours on the Menu: How to Incorporate International Cuisine Trends
In today's culinary landscape, the demand for international flavours is growing at an unprecedented rate. Consumers are more adventurous than ever, seeking out unique and authentic dishes from around the world. Here at CJR Wholesale & DairyCentral, we understand...
Global Flavours on the Menu: How to Incorporate International Cuisine Trends
In today's culinary landscape, the demand for international flavours is growing at an unprecedented rate. Consumers are more adventurous than ever, seeking out unique and authentic dishes from around the world. Here at CJR Wholesale & DairyCentral, we understand...
News & Industry Updates
Addressing Food Waste: Strategies for Wholesale Distributors to Reduce Environmental Impact
As of 2024, environmental concerns are centre stage in global discussions, which means industries across the board are reevaluating their practices to minimize their ecological footprint. The wholesale distribution sector, in particular, plays a crucial role in the...
Creative Ways to Market Wholesale Food Products to Restaurants and Retailers
In the competitive landscape of the wholesale food industry, effectively marketing your products to restaurants and retailers is essential for driving sales and establishing long-term partnerships. While traditional marketing tactics such as cold calling and email...
Challenges for the Little Guys
Big corporations and fast-food chains are a huge player in the culinary world, so much as that small food businesses have to stand as beacons of authenticity, community, and local innovation. Cozy neighbourhood bakeries, family-owned cafes. These enterprises...
Tips for Marketing and Promoting a Wholesale Food Distribution Business
Wholesale food distribution is fast-paced, so effective marketing and promotion are crucial elements for success. As competition grows, it becomes imperative for businesses in this industry to distinguish themselves and reach their target audience effectively. In this...
Easter Weekend Ready: How Grocery Stores Can Ensure a Seamless Shopping Experience
As Easter approaches, stores find themselves at the center of preparations for this joyous and festive occasion. From special meals to Easter egg hunts, customers flock to shops in search of the essential items that will make their celebrations memorable. To ensure...
Forecasting Trends: What’s Ahead in the Wholesale Food Industry for 2024
As we stand on the brink of a new year, the wholesale food industry is gearing up for another wave of transformations and innovations. The ever-evolving landscape, shaped by consumer preferences, technological advancements, and global events, is set to define the...
Tips & Insights
Community Engagement: How Grocers Can Support and Prepare Local Residents
In the bustling world of grocery retail, community engagement isn't just a buzzword—it's a commitment to supporting and preparing local residents for their everyday needs. As a cornerstone of the community, CJR Wholesale understands the vital role grocers play in...
Win the Big Game with CJR Wholesale
The Big Game isn't just a football game; it's a cultural phenomenon that brings people together for a day of excitement, camaraderie, and, of course, delicious food. As a grocer, preparing for the football season l is an opportunity to score big with your customers....
Snacking Trends Among Canadians
As the Big Football Game is fast approaching, consumers are starting to stock up with their favourite snacks. Below are some interesting facts and snacking trends that will help grocery retailers make their snack category stand-out. Snacking is a big part of Canadian...
Inflation has Canadians Stressed and Hungry
Several new surveys have found Canadians are feeling very stressed from soaring inflation rates, including the rise of grocery products. Statistics Canada writes, “Canadians pay 9.7% more for food at stores compared to a year ago” – the largest increase since...
Grocery Trends to look for in 2022
Consumers are continuing the search for meals that are prepared ethically, have high nutritional value and can be delivered in an eco-friendly fashion, but preferably in less than an hour or it’s free. These five trends are all on-brand for 2022: Vegetarian, But Make...
Supermarket Heroes
Many grocery workers, once hailed heroes, are struggling with anxiety as they continue to go to work as stay-at-home orders are in place. Called essential workers at the start of the pandemic, now supermarket employees are feeling forgotten. The vaccine rollout is...
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