The international alliance of table grape producers gained additional momentum at Fruit Logistica 2026, where the group shared its mission to unite the table grape industry to drive consumption and position grapes as the go-to healthful snack... Read More
The Packer sat down with the International Fresh Produce Association team to learn how the organization supports its members locally and connects them globally — all with the aim of increasing fresh produce consumption... Read More
Fresh Del Monte recently showed retailers how an AI-powered robot can help inspire produce gift-giving for the holiday as well as every day, based on trials at three Chicago-area Jewel stores... Read More
At Fruit Logistica 2026, fruit breeding companies brought next-level innovation, including Bloom Fresh, which showcased its new Boombites Red Berry Grapes, the result of natural breeding that combines characteristics of the world’s best table grapes with traditional red-flesh winegrapes... Read More
Competition was fierce at Fruit Logistica 2026 last week, where 10 companies competed for the coveted Innovation Awards in the fresh produce and technology categories... Read More
The Traverse City, Mich.-based cooperative of 30 grower-owners around the world has rebranded in what it calls a “transformative move” to underscore the importance of its farmers... Read More
The Packer recently connected with Danny Dumas, senior vice president of sales, marketing and product management for Fresh Del Monte, to learn how the Florida-based company sees the new food pyramid influencing the fresh produce department at retail and what the company’s pending acquisition of Del Monte assets means for its future. .. Read More
Economic losses to specialty crops last year were on a level that can put farming operations out of business, with the American Farm Bureau Federation estimating billions in losses to almonds, apples, lettuce, potatoes, strawberries and blueberries alone... Read More
From the surprising new power shopper to engaging Gen Z and millennials to redefining value in the produce department, The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2026 is packed with data and insights to help drive fruit and vegetable sales — starting with these seven opportunities... Read More
From mushrooms to Persian limes to murasaki sweetpotatoes to microgreens and more, exhibitors at East Coast Produce Expo 2026 showcased some of the hottest trends in produce... Read More
Despite ongoing supply-side issues, the demand side of citrus is looking strong, with growing demand from a health-focused consumer audience, all it takes is thoughtful and creative strategies from suppliers and collaboration with retail... Read More
The Miami-headquartered, woman- and minority-owned, vertically-integrated business says its new packing facility dedicated to dragon fruit will help retailers succeed with the fruit... Read More
Roland Fumasi, head of RaboResearch Food and Agribusiness North America, says that prices will increase as growers remove aging trees coupled with a stabilized demand growth... Read More
The seasonal ‘Be Merry. Feel Good.’ initiative aims to keep walnuts top of mind at retail... Read More
The Miami-based grower and importer says the new addition is grown on approximately 400 hectares of high-density orchards in Ecuador... Read More
The Packer received an advance taste of this new tropical fruit that delivers a unique and delicious flavor profile of coconut and pineapple indulgence along with a nutritional boost... Read More
The companies have formed a joint venture to collaborate in specialty fruit, beginning with the development of a pitless cherry. .. Read More
Blue Diamond Almonds is unveiling a vibrant new logo and brand identity to resonate with health-conscious consumers. After extensive consumer research, the refreshed design features bold colors and crisp lines while retaining the iconic Blue Diamond shape, emphasizing almonds as a champion superfood... Read More
Sun World International recently welcomed more than 200 licensed growers and partners to its Center for Innovation in Wasco, Calif., for two field days designed to offer an in-field look at the company’s latest developments, planting trends, performance insights, flavor trends, sustainability and more. .. Read More
Produce distributors are hoping the market’s progress carries into fall... Read More
Growers in the state continue to convert acres to organic to meet demand and debut a new variety this season, too... Read More
Unusually strong ocean swells created a chokepoint for tropical fruit exporters at Costa Rica’s most important Pacific port, and retailers can expect schedule disruptions and reduced supplies in the coming weeks, says Fresh Del Monte’s Raul Saca... 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
From sweet mangoes to zesty passion fruit, Save Mart, Dole and J&C Tropicals are leaning into the tropical spirit on July 18 to celebrate exotic flavors... Read More
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