Navigating Tariff Challenges: Simple Strategies for Grocers With tariffs impacting supply chains, grocers are facing shortages and price increases. This climate requires innovative solutions to maintain customer satisfaction and manage costs. According to an insightful report by Jeff Keele on CTV News, stores in Winnipeg are particularly affected ( "Impact of Tariffs: Grocery Shortages and Price Increases Hit Winnipeg" ). As tariffs squeeze the availability and pricing of essential goods, grocery managers can implement several strategies to mitigate these effects: Strengthen Local Partnerships: Collaborate with local suppliers to enhance your inventory with regional products, reducing dependence on imported goods. Utilize Technology: Platforms like Youdle offer tools that can give real-time visibility into in-stock items, helping your store effectively manage supply and demand. Communicate Transparently: Clearly inform customers about potential short...
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Youdle) - Tennessee's 30-day grocery tax suspension begins at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, August 1, 2022 and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, August 31. Qualifying items are exempt from both state and local taxes. Included in the exemption are foods and food ingredients. Prepared food, dietary supplements, candy, alcoholic beverages, and tobacco are not included in the exemption during this period. The following are examples of items that do qualify as food or food ingredients if the seller does not prepare them: Baby food Baking powder Baking soda Beverage powders (other than dietary supplements) Biscuit mix Bottled water (carbonated, flavored, sweetened or unsweetened) Bouillon cubes Bread Butter Cake mixes Cakes Canned foods Cereal Cheese Chip dip Chips (potato, corn, etc.) Chocolate (unsweetened) Cocoa (powdered) Coffee Condiments (e.g., ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise) Cookies Cooking oil Dairy products Eggs Fish and meats Flavoring extracts Flour...