A new initiative provides $65 million for projects to help the specialty crop sector increase global exports and an additional $72.9 million is available for research through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program... Read More
Designed to connect the fresh produce industry with people who directly influence consumer consumption, the Consumer Connection Conference is set for April 29 through May 1 in Phoenix... Read More
Little Leaf Farms, a Devens, Mass.-based indoor grower, said the new salad kit celebrates corporate office workers’ love of salads for lunch by offering a "five-star dining event.".. Read More
Here's what recent retail sales show and what experts see shaping 2024... Read More
As part of the company’s plan to liquidate assets following a bankruptcy filing, it gave a 60-day notice to its workforce... Read More
Global Organic Produce Expo exhibitors share the highlights of their booth displays at the show... Read More
The Fresco y Más banner, including all 28 stores and four pharmacies, was sold to Fresco Retail Group LLC, an investment group strategically focused on food and grocery... Read More
Episode 70 of the Trader Joe’s Podcast reveals the winners of its 15th Annual Customer Choice Awards, including the top 5 picks in the produce category... Read More
GOPEX 2024, which explored the intersection of fresh produce and conscious consumerism with industry leaders from across the supply chain, also featured a vast array of new products and innovation on the expo floor... Read More
The Hass Avocado Board survey shares insight into shopper behavior and the opportunities for bagged fruit in the retail space... Read More
Competition checks are an integral part of understanding your business and seeing how other stores are doing. Columnist Armand Lobato offers some observations to include in your checklist... Read More
GOPEX 2024 explored the intersection of fresh produce and conscious consumerism with industry leaders from across the supply chain Jan. 22-24 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. .. Read More
With more than 30 educational workshops and sessions led by industry experts, the National Grocers Association says its 2024 show will offer highly specialized content designed specifically for independent grocers... Read More
Stores under the Heritage Grocer Group banner will award a $3,000 scholarship to a student who demonstrates academic excellence, financial need, leadership attributes and a commitment to serving their local community... Read More
Shipments of the premium branded apple variety are expected to continue only through April, according to CMI Orchards... Read More
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — GOPEX 2024 kicked off Jan. 22 with a poolside gathering at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, followed by dinner and drinks aboard a luxury yacht on Fort Lauderdale's intracoastal waterway... Read More
This year the International Fresh Produce Association will honor 20 top retail produce managers for their dedication to boosting fresh produce sales, innovative merchandising, community service and shopper satisfaction... Read More
The Boise, Idaho-based grocer says the program is designed to discover, support and give diverse-owned suppliers the opportunity to expand their business with Albertsons Cos. and its stores... Read More
The Packer spoke with Barbara Connors of The Kroger Co.'s 84.51° to learn more about shifts in shopper behavior, trends for the year ahead and where the conscious consumer fits into the evolving retail landscape. .. Read More
Today’s consumer is snacking more than ever, and produce and produce-focused snacks are coming into the limelight with shoppers looking for healthy and convenient options... Read More
JC Cheyne sells over 70 different items, including a variety of potatoes and onions, to more than 80 retail, foodservice and wholesale establishments throughout California... Read More
The Toronto-based app marketplace that seeks to reduce food waste and food insecurity recently revealed a new brand identity and leadership changes it says will better position the company for growth... Read More
An impressive produce lineup at the front entrance can elevate customer expectations for what they'll find further into the store, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More
The company says it has introduced a unified visual identity and eco-friendly packaging in a global refresh... Read More
One detail from The Packer’s Organic Fresh Trends 2024 survey shows that younger consumers were the most frequent purchasers of organic strawberries exclusively. .. Read More
