Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Microwave-ready petite potatoes paired with chef-crafted seasonings offer fast, flavor-forward side dishes for consumers... Read More

The organization has made history by electing its first all-female executive officer team to lead its strategic growth and promotion efforts... Read More

Former FDA policy manager Eric Stevens is set to join the International Fresh Produce Association to lead global regulatory engagement and science-based policy... Read More

The collaboration aims to strengthen year-round organic supply and accelerate retail growth across North America... Read More

The mango and avocado distributor says this new packaging will help support retail merchandising and category growth... Read More

North American Blueberry Council has filled two critical leadership vacancies by appointing Brian Bocock to the board of directors and Gonzalo Canessa as chair of the United Blueberry Advisory Committee... Read More

The new integrated toolkit empowers retailers with ready-to-use merchandising assets and data-driven insights to maximize mushroom profitability among younger demographics... Read More

By replacing manual processes with Relex AI, Associated Wholesale Grocers plans to optimize its supply chain to improve in-stock levels and deliver fresher products to its 33-state retail network... Read More

The company plans to preview a new campaign and merchandising at booth No. 825 during the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure show... Read More

Gary Narducci will join as a sourcing expert for the vertically integrated grower, produce broker and logistics partner... Read More

The company says the hiring of Bruno Giribaldi and Tom Tobin supports its move to scale domestic production while increasing capacity for international sourcing... Read More

The company has reached an agreement to purchase Everett Foodliner and Saxton Market from the Appleby family, with plans to remodel and reopen both locations under the Giant or Martin’s banner later this year... Read More

Sprouts has named Don Clark as chief merchandising officer and created a new chief customer officer role for Amanda Rassi... Read More

The company promotes Sebastian Carmona and Kristina Lorusso to vice president roles, focusing on international development and retail partner services... Read More

Christian Bengard, a third-generation family member, brings more than six years of produce sales experience from Well-Pict/Gem-Pack, along with years of exposure within the fresh produce industry... Read More

Target has named Cara Sylvester as chief merchandising officer and Lisa Roath as chief operating officer, part of an overhaul aimed at streamlining operations... Read More

Organic fair trade bananas will be available in Save-On-Foods, PriceSmart Foods, Urban Fare, Buy-Low Foods, Quality Foods and Nesters Market... Read More

Greg Foran brings four decades of global operational expertise to sharpen Kroger’s digital edge and store-level execution... Read More

Backed by double-digit growth and a feature on MarthaStewart.com, Frieda’s Branded Produce says its winter citrus program helps retailers convert health-conscious shoppers into loyal category buyers... Read More

Melissa’s Produce says it is providing retailers with customizable product mixes and marketing tools to engage both core Asian shoppers and curious mainstream consumers... Read More

An emphasis on the company’s dedication to providing nutrition education is among the report’s highlights... Read More

Splane and the commission announced annual projections of 330 million pounds of California avocados and a ready-to-go consumer marketing program for the spring... Read More

In the “It’s Not Magic. It’s Mushrooms.” campaign, the Emmy-winning chef headlines the commodity board’s 2026 campaign to keep mushrooms on the mind as the ultimate no-fuss, flavor-packed staple... Read More

Carol Barsotti will oversee public relations, government affairs and community impact. She’ll hold the role while continuing as president of fieldTRUE, a farm-box subscription business... Read More

The online share of total grocery spending reaches 19% as order frequency rates continue to climb, with more than half of monthly users placing three or more orders during December, according to Brick Meets Click’s Grocery Shopper Survey... Read More