Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

It’s a season to showcase sweet corn, and columnist Armand Lobato has advice for handling and merchandising to maximize sales... Read More

Jeff Fairchild, produce buyer for Organically Grown Co., shares strategies from the chain of more than 20 stores... Read More

Marketers say retailers should consider cross-promoting the versatile citrus to build demand during peak season... Read More

Retailers can leverage peak demand for avocados, limes, tomatoes and peppers with creative promotions, festive displays and cross-merchandising strategies... Read More

Marketers say retailers should consider cross-promoting the versatile citrus to build demand during peak season... Read More

In honor of World Pistachio Day, the competition challenged retailers across the U.S. and Canada to craft innovative in-store displays that showcased Wonderful Pistachios’ products in visually striking and fun ways... Read More

Bako Sweet says creating vibrant, impactful displays with its color-drenched bags of sweetpotatoes can draw in customers this Easter season... Read More

The grower collective is offering $5,000 in prizes for its Comin’ In Hot merchandising display contest, as well as a free kit to help retailers... Read More

Twenty winners will each receive a $500 prize, with the submission period open Feb. 19-26... Read More

Three winners will receive full-size Victrola jukeboxes, with limited-edition sock sets awarded to all entrants... Read More

Retailers share winning strategies for capitalizing on Big Game excitement... Read More

Avocados, mangoes, sweetpotatoes and more are set to star in Super Bowl gatherings... Read More

Heart Health Month and National Sweet Potato Month present an opportunity to drive consumer engagement and sales with heart-smart choices like sweetpotatoes, the brand says... Read More

The custom-designed 10-pound cartons and packaging marks the year of the snake and can hold navel or cara cara oranges or pummelos... Read More

While the grocer's Brooklyn store has the second-smallest footprint of any Wegmans, it is consistently in the top 10 for produce sales... Read More

A good crop and pink heart-shaped branding offers retailers an opportunity to create eye-catching Valentine’s Day displays featuring the apple... Read More

Industry experts share insights on maximizing avocado sales, such as empowering shoppers with ripening tips, recipes and pairing ideas... Read More

A partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will include a limited-edition "The Polar Express" themed navel orange carton with a digital movie at participating retailers... Read More

While some chains use a combination of hand-stacking and gentle pouring, depending on available labor and time, columnist Armand Lobato examines the pros and cons of both methods to see how they truly stack up... Read More

Multi-component fixtures complement traditional produce space with smart merchandising style, but the same old principles still apply when it comes to keeping them ready for customers, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

The article discusses the significance of fresh produce during the holiday season for American consumers, highlighting key items and sales trends. It reveals that many traditional holiday foods saw increased sales in 2023, with consumers willing to pay more for essential items. Retail strategies for promoting seasonal produce and the impact of demographics on purchasing habits are also examined. Additionally, projections for cranberry and pumpkin crops for 2024 are provided, emphasizing sales opportunities for retailers... Read More

Space-saving, buildable displays are included in a new set for the citrus season... Read More

Experts share trends and offer suggestions for retailers to effectively promote nuts, dates and dried fruits... Read More

As part of National Fruits and Veggies Month, the organization says it will help retailers capitalize on cross-merchandising opportunities with walnuts and fresh produce... Read More

The grower and shipper of organic and fair-trade fresh produce created an all-in-one resource for produce merchandisers and retailers to boost heirloom tomato sales... Read More