Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

SL Produce says it aims to build on its recent expansion with the introduction of a label highlighting responsible agriculture... Read More

Featuring Little Leaf Farms' Baby Crispy Green Leaf lettuce, the new salad kit includes Thai seasoned wonton strips, sliced almonds, toasted quinoa and sesame ginger dressing... Read More

Consumer demand has grown beyond juice and sauce for cranberries, which are the commonwealth's largest agricultural food crop and vital to the local economy... Read More

The ILA's strike, impacting critical cargo shipments, stems from rejected wage increase proposals amid ongoing negotiations with the United States Maritime Alliance. The Biden administration urges resolution, but fears of further disruptions loom as the strike could cost the U.S. economy billions... Read More

A recent survey shows that most U.S. shoppers view in-store robots positively, with 77% expressing favorable opinions. The presence of robots like Simbe's Tally improves inventory management and overall customer experience, leading to increased shopper loyalty and satisfaction... Read More

To mark the milestone, the company has unveiled new stone fruit varieties, while providing updates on strong availability on import grapes and a promising melon season... Read More

The new store, set to open Oct. 10 in Highlands Ranch, Colo., will feature a larger selection of organic produce and sustainability upgrades, the company says... Read More

The article discusses the significance of fresh produce during the holiday season for American consumers, highlighting key items and sales trends. It reveals that many traditional holiday foods saw increased sales in 2023, with consumers willing to pay more for essential items. Retail strategies for promoting seasonal produce and the impact of demographics on purchasing habits are also examined. Additionally, projections for cranberry and pumpkin crops for 2024 are provided, emphasizing sales opportunities for retailers... Read More

The annual Fan Favorites survey reveals 13 Aldi items spotlighted in shopper voting nationwide... Read More

Proper training and clear direction from management can help clerks avoid looking ahead while falling behind, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

The International Fresh Produce Association has named five top executives as the winners of its Retail Merchant Innovation Award... Read More

The Tomatillo Salsa Kit, which offers a convenient solution for creating a flavorful and tangy tomatillo salsa, will be spotlighted at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce and Floral Show in October... Read More

Space-saving, buildable displays are included in a new set for the citrus season... Read More

Grocery retailers can expect a healthy digital boost during the holiday shopping peak, according to a new survey... Read More

Hosted by the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas, the 2024 Southwest International Produce Expo is set for Nov. 7-9 at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort in Tucson, Ariz... Read More

The company says the flavor-packed kits are ideal for game day, fall entertaining or on-the-go holiday travel... Read More

Chief Commercial Officer Roger Wheeler is set to assume role as brand president for Stop & Shop, with Gordon Reid sharing plans to retire in 2025... Read More

Ahead of Climate Week, the survey — conducted independently by YouGov on behalf of Whole Foods Market — finds 70% of Gen Z support climate-smart agricultural practices... Read More

The International Fresh Produce Association recently brought together volunteer leaders at a policy retreat, which included members of the group’s U.S. Government Relations Council and Political Advisory Committee... Read More

Experts share trends and offer suggestions for retailers to effectively promote nuts, dates and dried fruits... Read More

Improving the world, one fairly priced banana at a time, is all in a day’s work for this vice president of sales and marketing and the dynamic team at Equifruit... Read More

Branded store displays, influencer collaborations and more will be part of the promotion at select stores in California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Washington, Colorado and New Mexico... Read More

NFL coaching legend Vince Lombardi said, “You don’t do things right once in a while. You do things right all the time." That also applies to ensuring freshness, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

Available in three flavor varieties, Del Monte On-the-Go Oats contain vanilla yogurt, oats and up to 2 ounces of fresh-cut fruit in each serving... Read More

To mark the partnership, Jinich and the avocado brand are launching a curated collection of avocado recipes for Hispanic Heritage Month... Read More