Trader Joe’s Is Discontinuing These Items Amid Shortages — Eat This Not That
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Introduction
Trader Joe’s is a beloved grocery store chain known for its unique and affordable products. Recently, the store has been facing shortages of certain items due to the pandemic, and as a result, they have had to discontinue some of their most popular items. In this article, we will discuss which items Trader Joe’s is discontinuing and why. We will also provide some alternatives for those looking to replace their favorite Trader Joe’s products.
Trader Joe’s Is Discontinuing These Items Amid Shortages
Trader Joe’s is one of the most beloved grocery stores in the United States, and it’s no surprise that it’s been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. With shortages of certain items, the store has had to make some tough decisions about what to keep on the shelves and what to discontinue. Here are some of the items that Trader Joe’s is discontinuing amid shortages.
Frozen Fruits and Vegetables
Trader Joe’s is discontinuing some of its frozen fruits and vegetables due to shortages. This includes frozen berries, corn, peas, and other vegetables. The store is also discontinuing some of its frozen meals, such as its frozen burritos and pizzas.
Canned Goods
Trader Joe’s is also discontinuing some of its canned goods due to shortages. This includes canned beans, tomatoes, and other vegetables. The store is also discontinuing some of its canned soups and sauces.
Bakery Items
Trader Joe’s is discontinuing some of its bakery items due to shortages. This includes bread, muffins, and other baked goods. The store is also discontinuing some of its frozen desserts, such as ice cream and frozen yogurt.
Snack Foods
Trader Joe’s is discontinuing some of its snack foods due to shortages. This includes chips, crackers, and other snacks. The store is also discontinuing some of its candy and chocolate.
Conclusion
Trader Joe’s is discontinuing some of its items due to shortages caused by the coronavirus pandemic. This includes frozen fruits and vegetables, canned goods, bakery items, snack foods, and candy and chocolate. It’s important to keep an eye on the store’s shelves to see what items are available and what items are being discontinued.
Grocery stores are still facing the effects of supply chain problems. Costco, Walmart, Kroger, and more are placing purchase limits on some items, and even big-name food companies are seeing low supplies of certain ingredients, which is forcing them to change up the recipes for their iconic products.
Trader Joe’s is not immune to these hardships, and given that 80% of the grocery store chain’s products are made by its own private label, supply issues are causing the beloved brand to make some tough decisions. Specifically, the low-cost grocery chain announced earlier this month that it’s discontinuing six pet food products.
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The four types of cat food and two types of dog food are leaving shelves for good because of “inconsistent availability and ongoing sourcing issues,” Trader Joe’s says. Once the remaining inventory of these six items runs out, shoppers will be left looking for other options.
But, you can currently find other options at Trader Joe’s.
Although pet owners will have to switch out the food they give their beloved cats and dogs, Trader Joe’s does have other options—mainly for dogs. The canned Grain Free Chicken Recipe Dog Food along with the canned Grain Free Beef Dog Food are still available, as are a few types of treats: Grain Free Peanut Butter and Banana, Pumpkin Maple Bakon Stuffies, Cheeseburger Treats, and Chew-Cuterie assorted treats.
“Given the time and care involved in introducing our furry, four-legged friends to new foods, we hope this notice enables you to prepare for the transition accordingly,” Trader Joe’s says. “We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.”
Unfortunately, the pet food shortage isn’t limited to this one grocery store.
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For months, cat and dog food—especially brands sold in aluminum packaging—have been facing shortages. As the Chicago Tribune reports, some options come and go on a cyclical basis due to problems with ingredients, packaging shortages, or staffing problems at manufacturing plants.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e
A lot of pet food is made with meat—which has also seen its fair share of supply issues in the last two years. “Sometimes it’ll be duck, and we can’t get duck in, or any duck products in, for a really long time, or every now and then it’ll be salmon, and we can’t get salmon in for a really long time,” one pet store owner in Chicago told the newspaper.
These issues likely won’t end this year. In fact, the Russian invasion of Ukraine plus continued supply chain disruptions are going to keep the supply unstable. And the products that are still available will likely have higher prices, according to PetFoodIndustry.com.
For more grocery store news you need to know, check out how Trader Joe’s Is Opening Up New Stores In These Areas.
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Amanda McDonald
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