Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Sprouts Farmers Market is now offering squash from Kreher Family Farms, which is Certified Regenerative by A Greener World... Read More

Through proceeds from limited-edition reusable bag sales and customer donations, the campaign raised a total of $113,220, exceeding the retailer’s $100,000 goal... Read More

Pressured by disease and global issues on the one side, and changing consumer interests on the other, the future of banana marketing must become more engaging... Read More

By highlighting the beauty of imperfection, the company says it is turning misshapen potatoes into a symbol of smarter, more sustainable shopping to help eliminate food waste... Read More

A new mixed variety bag and 4-count EZ Band packaging help retailers find solutions for merchandising pears... Read More

Sold under the Fruit World label, the grower-shipper says it will kick off citrus season early and offer organic Dulce mandarins, harvested just before its clementines... Read More

With food insecurity affecting an estimated 48 million Americans, green tech like Careit helps nonprofits nationwide in the fight against food insecurity... Read More

As part of a series on food waste, The Packer sat down with Jeff Yorzyk, senior director of sustainability for HelloFresh North America, to discuss the company’s strategies to reduce food waste and its milestone achievement of donating 10 million meals through the Meals with Meaning program... Read More

At Groceryshop 2025, keynote speaker Jack Sinclair, CEO of Sprouts Farmers Market, outlined how the grocer’s future growth hinges on fresh produce, smaller-format stores and a steady stream of innovation... Read More

A new Columbia Business School study, “From People to Produce: How Appearance Bias Fuels Food Waste,” reveals how consumer preference for cosmetically perfect fruits and vegetables contributes to billions of pounds of food waste — meanwhile, companies like Misfits Market are working to change perceptions and reduce waste... Read More

These fruits are fuzz-free and bite-sized, offering a sweet-tart punch of a kiwi in a snackable size that doesn’t require peeling, the company says... 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

Apples under the Morning Kiss brand and pears debuting under the Bright Bounty brand will be available in 2-lb. bags, as well as bulk cartons... Read More

The Chelsea, Mass.-based brand plans in-store promotions and community events to mark this milestone while continuing its pledge to give back to the community... 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

Bright Bounty will feature both organic and conventional offerings, as well as a curated selection of produce sourced globally, the company says... Read More

The indoor farmer’s packaging redesign highlights key benefits of greenhouse-grown greens, including long-lasting freshness and pesticide-free salads... Read More

With time continuing to be a premium for consumers, garlic marketers say they see rising interest in garlic convenience products as well as organics... Read More

Retailers are encouraged to visit Booth No. 718 to experience Melissa’s newest innovations firsthand and learn how to bring these high-performing organics to their customers... Read More

To further drive purchase and sales growth for Organic SunGold and Organic Green Kiwifruit, in-store POS material, a dedicated microsite and social media activations are in development... Read More

Despite their budgetary concerns, Gen Z and millennial shoppers more frequently reported buying organic produce than older generations, according to The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2025... Read More

Gen Z and millennials not only more frequently reported buying organic produce than older generations, they are also more willing to pay a a higher price for it... Read More

Snack brand Joolies and the date farms behind it focus on sustainability and reducing waste... Read More

The company aims to grow the organic salad category with the new campaign it calls “playful yet poignant.”.. Read More

The kid-focused packaging line, which includes organic gala and fuji apples, is part of an initiative to connect with families on healthy snacking and sustainable farming... Read More