Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Associated Wholesale Grocers says this strategic move will position the company for future growth and success and fulfill AWG’s mission of providing member retailers with all the tools, products and services they need to compete favorably in all markets served... Read More

Built directly into the Helios AI platform, Helios Horizon, a chat-based analyst, is designed specifically for the complex world of food supply chains... Read More

Market Basket has appointed long-time chief financial officer Don Mulligan as interim CEO, replacing Arthur T. Demoulas, who was ousted on Sept. 9... Read More

The Organic Trade Association’s event brings together policymakers, industry leaders and advocates to shape the future of organics in America... Read More

The Reidsville, Ga.-based company is leveraging name, image and likeness (NIL) partnerships with college athletes — including University of Georgia linebacker C.J. Allen and Georgia Southern University wide receiver Josh Dallas — in an effort to connect with the next generation of shoppers... Read More

In the MAHA Report press conference on Sept. 9, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins said the Farm to School Grants take multiple steps in support of the USDA initiative to put farmers first and to promote healthy choices, healthy families and healthy outcomes... Read More

With backing from OXZ Capital, LocalExpress is pivoting its AI capabilities beyond internal operations. This represents the first investment OXZ Capital has made outside of Asia and the first in the retail technology sector... Read More

The Ontario-based greenhouse grower says it’s investing in the future of fresh produce with a 25-acre expansion of its Southern Flavor Farms greenhouse in Georgia, expected to be in production next summer. .. Read More

The Department of Health and Human Services has released its strategy to address children’s health from its Make America Healthy Again Commission, and IFPA says it welcomes the focus on nutrition, calling for a produce-first national health strategy. .. Read More

The Goleta, Calif.-based food technology company says it has filed a lawsuit against Robyn Openshaw and her company for “waging a years’ long disinformation campaign intended to harm Apeel’s business and reputation.”.. Read More

As SNAP households possibly stretch tighter budgets this fall, positioning produce as both affordable and exciting could help retailers maintain — and even grow — connections with these important consumers... Read More

Numerator’s 2025 Labor Day Intentions report shows grilling will dominate holiday celebrations, and Trader Joe’s podcast offers a timely example of how retailers can spark shopper inspiration with creative, produce-driven grilling ideas... Read More

While the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 38.9% surge in farm prices for fresh and dry vegetables in July, the reality of how — if at all — that spike will impact retail pricing is more nuanced... Read More

For the fifth year, Zespri Sungold Kiwiwfruit has been recognized as a “best snack” in the produce category... Read More

With The Wonderful Company topping the list, these companies with produce industry connections earned honors... Read More

The Food System Outlook 2025 report shows millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the food industry, with 90% prioritizing healthy, fresh and clean-label foods over other expenses, even during economic hardship... Read More

As the company rolls out same-day delivery of fresh perishables in more than 1,000 U.S. cities, industry experts are weighing the impact on growers, shippers and rival retailers... Read More

Produce distributors are hoping the market’s progress carries into fall... Read More

U.S.-based Hylio is using machine learning and drone technology to help farmers cut costs and protect delicate crops... Read More

The unified platform eliminates manual processes, enhances compliance and speeds retail connectivity for growers and shippers... Read More

Advanced capabilities improve execution in departments where one in three shoppers say quality determines where they shop... Read More

Kroger and C&S Wholesale Grocers have reached a confidential settlement to end litigation over a disputed $125 million termination fee tied to the failed Kroger-Albertsons merger... Read More

The New Jersey-based retailer-owned grocery cooperative to acquire all Morton Williams store locations in New York City metro area... Read More

Fresh Del Monte is warning such a shortage is on the horizon, with shifting climate patterns and disease pressures resulting in diminished supplies in key growing regions like Costa Rica, where production is down 23%... Read More

The acquisition of the Florida-based food procurement and distribution company expands CREO’s food logistics strategy... Read More