Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Don‘t want to waste time or money when a truckload of fresh produce arrives? Get organized with these recommendations from columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

Even with a comprehensive produce manual to offer direction, store results depend on the produce manager’s approach to preparing a crew and holding them accountable, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

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

When developing a team, keep an eye out for those eager to learn more about the business, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

Some memories from the produce aisle stick around, even in dreams, and make for good times when reconnecting with colleagues, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

By providing essential details efficiently, buyers help produce managers operate more effectively, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

Most employees want to do their job well, but not all do, and it’s up to the manager to set the tolerance level for excuses, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

Be more than a store people visit just for a specific item or two. Columnist Armand Lobato shares tips for being the primary destination for consumers’ food purchases... Read More

Is this selling term best determined by a state boundary or specific mileage? Columnist Armand Lobato discusses both methods — and an alternative... Read More

When the boss is in a pinch and asks if you can come in to help, there’s really only one answer, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

For a company to thrive, skilled and qualified individuals have to take on greater roles, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

Ineffective effort is money wasted. Setting and maintaining daily organization is a must for produce managers, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

While some think produce retail specialists stop by only to criticize, a manager can seize the chance to tap into a valuable resource with experienced eyes, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

Assumptions about covering for veteran clerks on vacation can backfire. Columnist Armand Lobato explains how to secure commitments for that vital extra help... Read More

A misguided approach to pricing can cost you loyal customers. Columnist Armand Lobato discusses how to achieve sales goals and keep shoppers satisfied... Read More

From sights, sounds and smells, stores have a variety of methods to entice shoppers, and produce has its own toolkit to capture maximum sales, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

All produce buying trips are educational, but some more memorable than others, says columnist Armand Lobato of a visit to meet grape growers and shippers in Chile... Read More

The start of workday can be an experience that benefits the produce aisle and its people, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

Nothing beats great customer service, and having responsive and knowledgeable produce clerks helps a grocer stand out, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

A full produce markdown rack can be a symptom of inefficiencies contributing to increased shrink, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

By being available for weekend and evening shifts from the start, new employees can enhance their reputation and the chance of getting their preferred schedule later on, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

A well-kept produce department often is a profitable one. Columnist Armand Lobato explains how to build a regimen that gets results... Read More

When a manager takes a week off, someone has to step up. Columnist Armand Lobato discusses compensation for taking on those key responsibilities... Read More

Establishing rules, levying accountability and treating everyone fairly are keys to a well-run operation, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

Columnist Armand Lobato discusses how hard work, a desire to learn and some good fortune can lead to opportunity... Read More