The Packer recently sat down with the Divert CEO to learn how his company is partnering with retailers including Ahold Delhaize, Albertsons Cos., and Kroger to convert billions of pounds of wasted food into energy... Read More
Having a rambutan program brings diversity to a retailer’s shelves and entices shoppers to head to their stores for this unique item, says Gabe Bernal, vice president for Seasons Farm Fresh... Read More
That final chance — the last 50 feet — to sell your produce is the topic of the inaugural New England Produce Council Produce Manager Leadership Development Program, presented at NEPC’s annual expo August 22... Read More
For your inspiration, let’s shine a light on some winning and notable citrus displays entered in the winter 2023 contest of PMG’s Produce Artist Award Series... Read More
Suppliers and grocery retailers are working together to provide convenient, healthy options for children and families in the produce aisle — perfect for school lunches and on-the-go snacks... Read More
July consumer prices were 3.2% higher than a year ago, according to the Commerce Department’s Consumer Price Index... Read More
There’s something inherently “extra” about mushrooms. Sure, they slay as a flavorful and more affordable substitute for meat, but they also offer health benefits galore, play well in a variety of diets and cook quickly... Read More
When the senior bus rolls up, some clerks scoff at or avoid helping these customers. That's unfortunate, because there should be more consideration for the needs of this growing segment, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More
Learn some fun facts about this highly regarded root... Read More
Stephanie Bazan, senior vice president of commercial strategy and execution for Avocados From Mexico, said in late July that Mexican volume was leaning heavily toward small fruit... Read More
VIDEO: See who won the 2023 spring contest of the Produce Artist Award Series, complete with a new judge on the panel and a live drawing to see which participant wins a $50 Amazon gift card... Read More
On this episode of "Tip of the Iceberg Podcast," learn why Emily Massi's healthy living merchandising manager role was created, how she’s bridging the two worlds and how it benefits consumers and produce retailers... Read More
The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2023 survey found that 24% of consumers reported raspberry purchases in the past year... Read More
Goldenberry Farms launched the “Ramboos Big Adventure” game on the Apple Store and Google Play as a value-add to the product line of Ramboos rambutans... Read More
See what the produce department of an award-winning produce manager looks like... Read More
U.S. retail sales of potatoes have grown 16.8% from July 2022 through June 2023, according to a recent Circana report... Read More
If you want to get your hands on the cult-favorite smoky-spice chili grown in Hatch, N.M., don’t wait — the time is now. .. Read More
"With signage throughout the store, we can provide helpful information to customers that want low-carbon footprint items within different food groups,” Mom’s founder and CEO Scott Nash said... Read More
The medjool date brand is banking on shopper demand for sweet and spicy snacks to drive sales in new date snack offering... Read More
The chain also noted a 3.2% gain in comparable store sales versus the same quarter a year ago... Read More
Do you have "diamonds" that "eat like candy"? Let's hope your stock has "legs" but isn't "kicked." Columnist Armand Lobato explains some of the unofficial terms heard around the produce aisle... Read More
The Organic Produce Performance report has tracked a 1.5% growth in sales and about 1% growth in volume in organic fresh produce for the second quarter of 2023, compared with the same period in 2022... Read More
DOYLESTOWN, Pa. — Dana Barnett rolled his shopping cart by the blueberries at The Giant Co.’s produce department, pausing to lean toward Produce Manager Breanna “Bre” Norris... Read More
In the race to promote the produce of the next holiday or season, The Fresh Market takes first prize for fall 2023. You can bet there'll be pumpkins at this party... Read More
Lunchables is now offering fresh fruit elements, including pineapple, clementines, grapes and apples... Read More