The sold-out Private Label Trade Show, which will feature almost 1,300 exhibitors and 2,300 exhibit booths, has special sections that will help attendees find products that are seeing particularly robust private label growth.
For instance, wine and spirits have both shown store brand growth and major retailers have made them a major part of their private label programs. In response, wine and spirits will be highlighted at PLMA’s 2022 Private Label Trade Show in Chicago, Nov. 13-15.
Store brand dollar sales in the Liquor department increased by 17% to $64 million for the 52 weeks ending Sept. 4 vs. the prior year, according to IRI. In addition, dollar sales of store brand Table Wine increased by 15% over the same period.
“Our one-of-a-kind show will feature a broad assortment of wines and spirits, including organic wines and cabernets, merlots and pinots from Argentina, Australia, Italy, Kosovo, South Africa, Spain, among other countries,” said PLMA President Peggy Davies.Suppliers of canned cocktails, beer, whisky, and bourbon will join nearly two dozen wine and spirits exhibitors.
"We invite all Show attendees to share in the celebration of outstanding wine and spirits, while discovering innovative flavors, packaging and promotions,” Davies added.
The show will also have one of the most significant trends in the food industry since organics. Nearly 100 exhibitors at PLMA’s Consumers are Back in Charge 2022 Private Label Trade Show will feature plant-based foods.
The show will feature a dedicated section of plant-based meat alternatives and entrée products, including kebabs, meatballs, falafel, schnitzels and burgers. Tuna and other fish products as well as chicken nuggets and tenders, bacon, sausage, and deli meats will also be on display.
“We know retailers are always looking for innovative products for their health-conscious consumers,” said Anthony Aloia, PLMA Corporate Vice President. “The Plant Based Foods Association reports the category grew 54% over the past three years, and we see that as a real opportunity for private label.”
Another important feature of the trade show and the private label industry are non-food products. More than 500 booths devoted to nonfoods will be on display at the show. The South Hall of the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center will feature many nonfood products. They include baby care, OTC pharmaceuticals, vitamins & supplements, bath/body/skin care, cosmetics, personal care, first aid, paper & tissue products, and various household and general merchandise products will be just a few of the non-food products on display.
The impressive nonfood assortment comes at a time when consumers are increasingly searching for everyday essentials that provide both quality and value.
"Retailers know that, to help them cope with inflation, their consumers are not only turning to store brand food products, but also private brand nonfood items," noted Davies.