Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Strawberries are becoming like semi-precious jewels as yet another produce category that’s gaining sophistication, variety and premiumization. .. Read More

Welcome to PMG’s Produce Artist Award Series, a quarterly contest among produce managers and merchandisers, showcasing their produce artistry, strategy and know-how. See the winter 2023 contest winners in this webinar... Read More

The medjool date grower has focused on consumer education in recent months to amplify its presence in Canadian markets... Read More

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The theme was collaboration as social media marketers and retail dietitians mingled with suppliers and C-suite executives at Produce for Better Health's Consumer Connection Conference... Read More

Retail opportunities include in-store, digital and social media marketing components. At foodservice, key messages focus on educating and inspiring foodservice decision-makers... Read More

The market research firm surveyed grocery shoppers on factors affecting their choice of store, ranking the stores with the most favorable outcomes. Hint: Trader Joe's found the top of several lists... Read More

Lower grocery prices highlighted the March Consumer Price Index, but the annual food inflation rate remains well above the all-items index... Read More

Quality inspectors are the eyes of a fresh produce operation, spotting issues that can lead to shrink at any point. They can also report on quality, which helps in promoting and marketing, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Amid fragrant jasmine, intense sunshine and a Camelback Mountain backdrop, digital marketers and retail dietitians mingled at Produce for Better Health's Consumer Connection Conference... Read More

As food costs continue to rise, consumers are tightening their belts and forgoing convenience in favor of savings — especially when it comes to online delivery and pickup, a new survey finds... Read More

The 2023 Canadian Produce Marketing Association Convention and Trade Show, set for April 25-27 in Toronto, will showcase the latest in greenhouse innovation, smarter packaging, fresh produce snacking and much more... Read More

In anticipation of springtime food cravings and knowing that shoppers want to save on their food bills, The Kroger Co. is sharing a variety of produce-filled menu ideas for less than $20 each... Read More

The northeastern grocery chain keeps making changes that benefit the planet, from biodegradable potato bags and kinder cleaners to electric vehicle charging stations, solar power and compressed natural gas trucks... Read More

During Earth Month, the San Antonio-based grocer is introducing additional measures designed to boost its year-round commitment to reduce waste and maximize recycling efforts across its business... Read More

Like the regions where the produce originates and the people who eat them, tropicals are a diverse, beautiful lot... Read More

No other holiday celebrated in the U.S. is bigger for the avocado industry than Cinco de Mayo — besides the Super Bowl, which many Americans consider an unofficial holiday... Read More

The Cincinnati-based grocer is offering a “zero-compromise” fresh Easter menu to serve a family of 10 — complete with candy — for less than $7.50 per person... Read More

Produce display signing is typically a well-honed program — but easy it isn’t, and sign management can quickly regress into chaos if not handled properly, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

The organic Italian sweet peppers “will bring an elevated experience to the consumer and provide a great upgrade option from the traditional blocky pepper,” said Joanna Jaramillo, marketing manager... Read More

The grocer gives back with a shopper-matching donation program, inviting consumers to join efforts to protect wildlife at the cash register with a topping-off strategy... Read More

WOODLAND PARK, N.J. — Amid the white baby grand piano, dozens of chandeliers and a chocolate fountain, members of the Eastern Produce Council met at EPC's John J. Jay McAleavey Annual Gala... Read More

We know avocados are popular these days. But you need to know more details for your ordering needs, marketing plans and general strategy... Read More

The brand is adding a flavor already popular with its in-shell variety to its No Shells lineup... Read More

The program started in Sinaloa in January and will transition to central Mexico in June... Read More

The Mushroom Council’s April promotion for Earth Month features award-winning, seen-on-TV chefs livestreaming on Kittch.com. The 2022 event reached consumers more than 4 million times... Read More