Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

From 10,000 annual crosses to a single release, University of Minnesota breeders use modern tools to refine a process that ultimately relies on patience, human taste and unpredictable biology... Read More

The country singer and registered dietitian have partnered with Fresh Express to show how new, restaurant-inspired salad kits can turn quick weeknight meals into flavorful, nutrient-packed dining experiences... Read More

Grocery chains are overhauling their fresh produce operations by leveraging targeted promotional shifts, strategic price protections and expanded supplier networks to maintain filled shelves and protect margins amid climate-driven crop losses... Read More

Columnist Armand Lobato shares insights from walking a mile — or many miles, actually — in the shoes of a produce quality control inspector... Read More

Facing persistent farm inflation, labor constraints and climate volatility, some berry suppliers are shifting focus from simple year-round supply to high-margin flavor genetics, real-time quality technology and direct offshore production control... Read More

From strategic retail partnerships to high-flavor innovations, suppliers at the Global Produce and Floral Show delivered actionable solutions to help buyers navigate market consolidation and drive category growth... Read More

Speaking on “The Packer Podcast,” the former FDA deputy commissioner says summer outbreaks proved that static water tests and slow record retrieval no longer work. He outlines why the industry must overhaul its investigation model... Read More

Following its whole-chain hotspot analysis on domestic strawberries, the U.S. Food Waste Pact has published a new study tracing the global banana supply chain, highlighting key waste drivers... Read More

While simplified tools help fresh produce businesses ditch paper records, show floor discussions at the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show highlight a lingering readiness gap with systems that still can’t connect to share data... Read More

By tracking temperature history and biological decay from packhouse to distribution center, DeltaTrak’s Fresh IDX enables a “First Expired, First Out” approach that prevents whole-load rejections and recovers critical shelf life for fresh produce... Read More

At the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show, Fox Packaging’s Victoria Lopez cautioned that growers frequently overlook destination-based EPR laws, risking unexpected state penalties when shipping across state lines... Read More

Brighter Bites has named co-founder Shreela Sharma as its new board chair following founder Lisa Helfman’s departure from the role, alongside publishing a report on its transition to a school-year fiscal calendar... Read More

At IFPA’s Global Produce and Floral Show, mushroom growers shared how they are shifting from raw ingredients to quick-prep meal solutions to capture time-strapped Gen Z and millennial shoppers... Read More

Produce companies at IFPA’s Global Produce and Floral Show share strategies for driving demand and managing severe weather risks... Read More

To address oversupply and drive category growth, Divine Flavor leverages high-flavor varieties and a multi-region supply chain to deliver consistently premium table grapes year-round... Read More

The newly appointed International Fresh Produce Association chairwoman urged agricultural leaders at the Global Produce and Floral Show to unite behind strong advocacy and restore consumer trust to capture a $10 billion market opportunity... Read More

2026 Packer 25 honoree Monique Mueller helped Bee Sweet Citrus establish a strong digital footprint that continues to serve as a valuable tool for the company... Read More

Packer 25 honorees Gordon Robertson, Blake Branen and Erik Brown discuss finding inspiration for innovation and persuading others to get on board with change... Read More

Food safety experts at the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show detail how AI data, label audits and predictive WMS models streamline traceability compliance... Read More

Through omnichannel promotions, regional college tours and a Big Game partnership with Julian Edelman, AFM is giving produce retailers a play-by-play strategy to boost basket spend and drive volume all season long... Read More

The Boise, Idaho-based grocer says Kroger did not do enough to get regulatory approval, but Kroger disputes that and blames regulatory opposition... Read More

Industry leaders at IFPA’s Global Produce and Floral Show revealed that overcoming flat fruit and vegetable consumption requires shifting away from clinical health messaging toward flavor-forward marketing, cultural rituals and frictionless convenience... Read More

In partnership with the American Cancer Society, the global banana brand replaces its iconic blue sticker with pink throughout October while bringing its ambassador to life for the first time... Read More

Frieda’s Branded Produce, Legacy Farms and Cal-Fresco highlighted specialty produce solutions, multicultural holiday promotions and core vegetable programs during the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show... Read More

Slow inventory turn can often lead to losing shoppers’ trust — and regaining customer confidence takes time and money, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More