Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

During the recent Aneberries trade fair, Hortifrut’s CEO shared the vertically integrated company’s vision for the category... Read More

Specializing in sliced tomatoes, the new facility marks the company’s eighth fresh-cut operation across North America... Read More

The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council has launched “Blueberries Go Big,” a new marketing campaign that it says evokes an emotional connection to the fruit. .. Read More

To learn more about what’s ahead for the nutrition program that serves nearly 7 million people across the U.S., The Packer recently sat down with National WIC Association President and CEO Georgia Machell. .. Read More

At the recent Aneberries trade fair, members of the global berry industry said they’re reading the Trump administration’s tariff tea leaves and watching trade deals closely... Read More

Kevin Hamilton, vice president of global marketing communications for the USHBC, shares the vision for driving berry sales around the world at Aneberries conference... Read More

The Aneberries international conference and expo in Guadalajara, Mexico, kicked off July 23 with a look at berry consumer shopping trends from The Packer’s 2025 Fresh Trends report... Read More

With the termination, the department issued an antidumping duty order, resulting in duties of 17.09% on most imports of tomatoes from Mexico... Read More

From SNAP benefit reform and fraud crackdown to the continuation of mass deportations with “no amnesty,” here’s how the USDA’s newly launched National Farm Security Action Plan may impact the fresh produce industry... 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

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 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

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

With significant funding cuts to SNAP AND WIC looming, a report from the Hass Avocado Board is highlighting the purchasing power of the programs’ participants... Read More

How might proposed FDA budget cuts impact the future of food safety? The Packer connected with IFPA Chief Science Officer Max Teplitski on the heels of the association’s recent Washington Conference to learn more... Read More

From families broken to rising food prices to reduced access to fresh food and food waste, the ripple effect of Trump’s immigration crackdown on agriculture could be far reaching, says the Emerald Packaging CEO... Read More

With the goal of delivering top-quality grapes to consumers, Sun World International has formed a strategic partnership with Clarifresh, to use its AI-powered quality management software for fresh food. .. Read More

CAC’s marketing campaign, which includes consumer advertising, social media, public relations and influencer activities, is running at full speed this spring, with advertising impressions through April alone exceeding 31 million. .. Read More

At the multigenerational, family-owned Camlam Farms in Camarillo, Calif., the focus is on making sustainable business decisions with the goal of keeping the ranch for next generations... Read More

The fully automated greenhouse facility is attached to the Cox Farms Discovery Center, where the company is focused on driving innovation and accessibility... Read More

Enthusiasm on the show floor was high as exhibitors discussed everything from what’s in season to new product innovation to flavor-packed fruits and vegetables, and most importantly why they return to this dynamic event in the desert year after year... Read More

Here’s what retail data and The Packer’s annual consumer survey reveal about shoppers’ interest in convenience options... Read More

While this year’s event featured a record number of participants, exhibitors say West Coast Produce Expo remains a gathering that fosters networking and meaningful conversation... Read More

The Packer’s annual survey examines strong shopper sentiment for spending on local and specialty produce items — and whether their actions reflect that desire... Read More