In a move aimed at meeting growing customer demand for online shopping, Hy-Vee Inc. has partnered with Takeoff Technologies to employ micro fulfillment centers in select metro locations. .. Read More
The fast-growing indoor farming brand has opened a 210,000-square-foot hydroponic greenhouse in Monroe, Ga. — its second greenhouse opening in two months and the company’s 12th greenhouse nationwide... Read More
ROME — Few produce shopping experiences beat the bustle of a Saturday morning at the Eternal City’s Mercato Trionfale, the latest destination in The Packer's Market Crush series... Read More
The Packer and PMG invite attendees of IFPA's Global Produce and Floral Show to join us Oct. 20, as we present this year’s Produce Retailer of the Year and Produce Marketer of the Year awards... Read More
The Carlisle, Pa.-based grocer has been recognized by the EPA's GreenChill Program for reaching superior goal achievement in its refrigerant emissions reduction goal in 2022... Read More
The Kingsville, Ontario-based greenhouse grower has announced it has leased two Kentucky greenhouses — one in Richmond and another in Morehead — which represent a combined 120 acres of fully lit production... Read More
Stocked with value-added veggies, packaged salads and more, one Pennsylvania ShopRite has launched “Fresh to Table,” a store-within-a-store concept that offers fresh ingredients and meal solutions to grab and go... Read More
In a move it says advances maritime sustainability, Chiquita recently added two new ships to its fleet. The vessels are the biggest ships the brand owns to date... Read More
From an engaged leadership team to unconscious bias management training to associate-led empowerment groups to minority-owned supplier initiatives, the Ahold Delhaize subsidiary is nurturing DEI in its organization. .. Read More
From its exquisite “floral boutique” to its robust seasonal displays to its freshly misted wet rack, this AJ’s Fine Foods in Scottsdale, Ariz., is retail theater at its finest... Read More
The North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission, made up of 400 sweetpotato growers along with packers, processors and business associates, has launched a new e-cookbook titled, "Sweet Celebrations: Hispanic Heritage Month." .. Read More
What is the customer craving in fresh? It’s a top consideration for Giant Food, where the deli and prepared foods area is laser focused on delivering what shoppers want most... Read More
The Hispanic grocer has expanded its partnership with Upside, a digital marketplace that connects consumers with brick-and-mortar retailers through personalized offers that help them save on products they already buy... Read More
The indoor vertical farming company has completed its restructuring process and exit from Chapter 11. To lead AeroFarms through its next stage of growth, the company has appointed Molly Montgomery acting CEO... Read More
To learn more about Tops’ philanthropy, The Packer recently spoke with Andy Brocato, manager of corporate contributions and donations for Tops... Read More
The Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers’ “This is Greenhouse Goodness” campaign has converted the baggage claim area at Windsor International Airport to resemble an educational greenhouse farm. .. Read More
DENVER — Patrick O'Brien, produce manager of a Safeway store near the University of Denver, was recently honored with the International Fresh Produce Association’s 2023 Retail Produce Manager Award... Read More
To learn more about the company’s expansion plans and commitment to conserving natural resources while growing high-quality greens indoors, The Packer recently connected with co-founder and CEO Viraj Puri... Read More
Since 2021, the grocer has invested approximately $40 million a year in a store remodel program focused primarily on delivering what shoppers want from fresh... Read More
Equifruit, a Montreal-based Fairtrade-certified banana company, has announced Director of Sales and Marketing Kim Chackal has become an owner of the company. Equifruit President Jennie Coleman retains a majority share... Read More
With the aim of providing the Midwest with a steady supply of fresh greenhouse-grown tomatoes, Pure Flavor has acquired MightyVine, a controlled environment agriculture tomato grower in Rochelle, Ill. .. Read More
A bullish multimillion-dollar remodel program and an admirable willingness to enter, serve and improve markets that competitors have largely disavowed have made Tops Friendly Markets much more than a grocery store... Read More
The Alliance for Food and Farming hosted its sixth Safe Fruits and Veggies Farm Tour for registered dietitians and health and nutrition writers and influencers, Aug. 21-23, on California’s Monterey Peninsula... Read More
