Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

The California Avocado Commission is expanding its marketing program for this year's harvest, expected to be the state's largest since 2020... Read More

While more time before implementation can help companies ready for the new food safety rules, some worry that businesses will wait until closer to the 30-month extension deadline to prepare... Read More

Initiatives featuring clear packaging and social media engagement are part of a rebranding initiative to increase mushroom consumption and attract the next generation... Read More

The added bags are part of the company’s AVO360 program aimed at ensuring a year-round supply of fruit and offer personalized avocado experiences and customer-focused insights for retailers throughout the U.S., West Pak says... Read More

The agency said the extension does not amend the requirements of the final rule but provides additional time to ensure complete coordination... Read More

The program helps retailers take advantage of the surge in seafood sales during Lent by putting fresh produce at the center of the action, the company says... Read More

Matthew Aronson, chief revenue officer at Verdant Technologies, shares how the company deploys 1-MCP in a new way to offer better produce to retailers and reduce the use of ice in shipping... Read More

Along with the exclusive discounts, Amazon introduced a new private-label brand and enhancements to its online grocery shopping experience... Read More

All produce buying trips are educational, but some more memorable than others, says columnist Armand Lobato of a visit to meet grape growers and shippers in Chile... Read More

For the first time, table grape producers around the world are uniting to drive consumption and raise awareness of the fruit’s nutritional benefits, flavor profiles and versatility, with an aim to collectively position grapes as the go-to healthful snack in the U.S. and around the globe... Read More

Tariff whiplash is consuming the commodity markets — and the possible impact is stirring up quite the debate. At present, President Trump says he's sticking to his plan to impose additional tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China starting April 2. .. Read More

The retailer is marking National Nutrition Month with a guide to seasonal produce and fresh recipes... Read More

Giorgio says the value-added items provide pizzerias and foodservice operators with convenient, high-quality solutions that enhance menu offerings while maintaining operational efficiency... Read More

Bako Sweet says creating vibrant, impactful displays with its color-drenched bags of sweetpotatoes can draw in customers this Easter season... Read More

C&S Wholesale Grocers, which had agreed to acquire nearly 600 stores as part of the deal, claims Kroger refused to pay a $125 million termination fee... Read More

A collaboration with the American Diabetes Association simplifies healthier shopping with expert nutrition guidance, product recommendations and shoppable recipes to inform and guide consumers, Instacart says... Read More

With the latest addition, the network of stores that accept SNAP/EBT online payments on the DoorDash Marketplace nearly doubles to over 35,000 stores... Read More

Three new supercenters are set to open May 8 in Austintown, Medina and Richmond Heights... Read More

DoorDash said it continues to accelerate its momentum in retail and grocery, providing tools and technology to reach both new and loyal customers... Read More

Desiree Pardo Morales, founder of TropicalFruitBox.com, transformed her family’s whole business, WP Produce, into a thriving direct-to-consumer platform, making tropical and exotic fruits accessible to consumers nationwide... Read More

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association says its 100th anniversary will be a key theme of the CPMA Convention and Trade Show, set for April 8-10 in Montreal... Read More

The company earned a 2025 BrandSpark Most Trusted Award, as determined by survey of more than 35,000 consumers... Read More

Index Fresh said California Crema avocados pack flavor and nutritional density and pair resilience with responsibility... Read More

As part of a new campaign, shoppers can now find the character on millions of Dole pineapples and bananas throughout North America... Read More

Highlighting the science of Artic apples, the company said it hopes to inspire kids and families to embrace healthy habits... Read More