Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

With the United Nations’ designation of 2025 as the International Year of Cooperatives, ag leaders reflect on the economics of cooperatives... Read More

The company recalled 400 of its 30-pound organic blueberry boxes due to a positive test result for Listeria monocytogenes during routine testing... Read More

The launch includes a refreshed website, updated trade show materials, new educational and promotional resources, and a strong digital presence, says the Colombia Avocado Board... Read More

To learn how the Toronto-based company is moving the needle on food waste and fresh produce consumption, The Packer recently connected with Flashfood CEO Jordan Schenck... Read More

The Wakefern Food Corp. supermarket cooperative has issued an open call to local farmers and growers for the gathering, which is to be held at the New Jersey Convention and Expo Center... Read More

As part of the ROC process, Washington Fruit Growers and Gilbert Orchards have expanded their efforts to enhance biodiversity through beneficial gardens, integrated pest management, protecting local waterways and their associated riparian zones, and continued refinement of how they support their workforce... Read More

Mission Produce will be at the Organic Produce Summit, July 9-10, in the Serra Ballroom at Booth No. 321... Read More

Rick Wright, longtime CEO of Market of Choice, passed away from natural causes at his home in Eugene on June 29, leaving behind a legacy of leadership in Oregon’s grocery industry and deep philanthropic impact across the state... Read More

A new report from the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts ranked all 50 U.S. states by access to locally produced food, revealing that smaller states like Vermont, Oregon and Maine lead the nation in connecting residents with nearby farms, while major agricultural producers often lag... Read More

California’s fresh produce industry, and particularly the lettuce and leafy greens sector, has attracted national media attention for its positive and highly proactive approach to a safer food supply... Read More

The new additions to the Uber Eats app include Big Y, Foxtrot, King Kullen, Lunds & Byerlys, Superlo Foods and Vallarta Supermarkets... Read More

It’s a season to showcase sweet corn, and columnist Armand Lobato has advice for handling and merchandising to maximize sales... Read More

HelloFresh and No Kid Hungry rally support to raise awareness and fight hunger with new ‘Hunger Heroes’ initiative — including TikTok stars and chefs Tini Younger, Eitan Bernath and more... Read More

The Packer’s annual survey examining shopper purchasing behavior also shows that consumers are feeling the effects of inflation and higher grocery prices, which for some may present a barrier to purchase... Read More

The food safety excellence award went to four different recipients that demonstrated excellence in sanitation, hygienic design and pathogen control... Read More

As Hatch chile season sparks consumer excitement and roasting events across the country, New Mexico’s onions also shine, offering a flavorful complement to the state’s iconic pepper... Read More

Big Y, Citarella, Gelson’s and Gordon Food Service Store are now available on DoorDash... Read More

Driven by growing demand from national and local retailers, the family-run farm is now harvesting from 65 certified organic acres... Read More

As Food Forward approaches a historic milestone in produce recovery, its Wholesale Produce Recovery initiative continues to deliver fresh fruits and vegetables to communities facing hunger and hardship... Read More

From smoothie bowls to seafood tacos, mangoes are gaining visibility across menus, and their culinary potential is just beginning to be tapped, says Mission Produce... Read More

NatureSweet is praising the Texas governor’s signing of a resolution that encourages the U.S. Department of Commerce to renegotiate and modernize the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement rather than terminate it... Read More

Packaging manufacturer Sev-Rend has opened its annual pink packaging initiative and recommends ordering as early as possible... Read More

Robert Guenther, executive vice president for the Florida Tomato Exchange, sat down with The Packer to share why the agreement hurts American tomato growers... Read More

Retailers attending OPS are encouraged to visit Booth No. 817 to experience Bolthouse’s full organic line and be among the first to preview this sizzling new offering... Read More

The Midwest retailer has received the honor for seven consecutive years... Read More