Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

The boutique berry company has introduced a vibrant identity and innovative approach to premium organic and conventional blueberries... Read More

The acquisition of Calavo Growers for $26.05 per share unites two major North American avocado and fresh produce companies into a stronger, vertically integrated global network. .. Read More

With National Mushroom Month moving to June, the Mushroom Council shares tips to boost sales... Read More

The company has named Associated Wholesale Grocers Chief Financial Officer Gary Koch to its board of directors and has added former ReposiTrak principal David Stukus as vice president... Read More

James Peterson has been named CEO, with predecessor Gary Wishnatzki transitioning to board chairman... Read More

The golden grape tomato, available in select stores nationwide, offers consumers a bright, zesty flavor balanced with sweetness... Read More

To accelerate growth in the Midwest, JOH has promoted Brian LaMarche to vice president of produce for the division and welcomed Pat McErlean as its new customer manager... Read More

By bringing on vertical farming pioneer Marc Oshima to spearhead its sales strategy, the company aims to leverage his extensive industry partnerships and leadership experience to scale its microgreen and edible flower brands... Read More

Fresh produce operators are increasingly turning to on-site ethylene generation to escape price volatility and secure their ripening pipelines, according to Catalytic Generators... Read More

The year-round melon supplier says retailers can expect strong early yields and high-quality fruit, with peak watermelon demand ahead... Read More

In its second annual report, ECIP shows deepening participation and engagement across the industry’s supply chain when it comes to strengthening the approach to labor... Read More

Hair will support national accounts to help drive continued growth for the brand and its expanding portfolio of guacamole, salsa, queso, bean dips and other refrigerated dip solutions... Read More

The company says the promotion of Lawrence Mallia to vice president of AI strategy and product solutions and addition of Manjusha Sunkavalli as a data scientist comes as its moves its AI-driven solutions from vision to measurable results... Read More

The retailer has signed leases for smaller-format stores in Boston, Chicago and Philadelphia... Read More

The International Fresh Produce Association event is set for May 21 in Yakima, Wash., offering a day of accessible leadership development focused on courage, clarity and authentic leadership for over 225 women in agriculture... Read More

Albertsons Cos. has launched the AI-powered Intelligent Quality Control tool that uses computer vision to help distribution center associates more accurately and consistently inspect fresh produce... Read More

The company says the early-season melons offer exceptional flavor and a consistent eating experience... Read More

Anuj Girdhar is a seasoned agriculture and consumer products finance executive who joins the Sunkist leadership team... Read More

Gopal is a globally recognized digital transformation expert with over 25 years of experience leading artificial intelligence and data strategy for Fortune 100 giants like Eli Lilly and Walgreens... Read More

The company is targeting expansion in Italy’s evolving fresh produce market by providing on-site ethylene solutions to meet the growing demand for precise ripening of bananas, avocados and persimmons while insulating operators from global supply chain volatility... Read More

Brown, who died on April 30, played an instrumental role in national sales for FreshEdge and served as a mentor to those in the industry... Read More

The Midwest grocer has invested in advanced planning technology to better serve customers and support store teams... Read More

The former strategy executive will now oversee the innovation and expansion of the company’s private-label portfolio to enhance customer loyalty and drive omnichannel growth... Read More

The facility supports food retailers, distributors and manufacturers by diverting organic materials from landfills and delivering renewable energy and fertilizers to the region... Read More

Leveraging nearly 50 years of industry experience, the former Associated Wholesale Grocers executive will oversee the company’s expansion as its white-label generative AI platform scales to hundreds of independent retail locations... Read More