The data showed drops in volume and sales before the Labor Day holiday.

Dollar sales of meat the week ending on Aug. 23 were 16% above sales during the same timeframe in 2019.

Back-to-school season will impact some food departments as many students will learn from home.

Reopening of schools in the next month could affect more grocery sales.

The company showed a growth of organic sales by 7.4%.

IDDBA said most food dollars are staying in the retail sector.

The company said 95% of units are now open for business.

Retailers are finding more ways to draw sales including ready-to-eat and ready-to-go meals.