Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Simbe expands leadership with the hiring of several key executives... Read More

The Fresh Market's Mother's Day offerings include pre-ordered meals online, featuring gourmet spreads, prime rib, brunch, roses, curated gifts and more... Read More

Sustainable packaging, produce programs and visiting with customers were among the highlights of Viva Fresh 2024... Read More

Ahead of this year’s gathering, The Packer connected with exhibitors to learn more about why CPMA is a must-attend event... Read More

The regional supermarket chain with 111 stores located along the East Coast has been named to the list for 27 consecutive years... Read More

Most produce departments’ busiest period will begin around Memorial Day, and every business is looking for help amid a labor shortage. And if you have the people, there's more still to do, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

The four-week Latin flavors event invites customers to explore a range of Latin food and products in-store and online... Read More

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association Convention and Trade Show returns to western Canada this year with a focus on sustainability, networking and the strength of the country's domestic market... Read More

The retailer has partnered with four other grocers to invest $125 million in start-ups and scale-ups over five years with the aim to transform grocery retail and address sustainability challenges... Read More

FMI exec Andy Harig highlights the March Consumer Price Index, showing no increase in food-at-home prices. Yet, challenges like volatile energy costs persist, affecting grocery prices, he says... Read More

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the agency has finalized updates, including expanded fruit and vegetable benefits, to foods prescribed to participants in the Women, Infants and Children program... Read More

The Foundation for Fresh Produce announces the guest list for its Consumer Connection Conference in Phoenix, featuring retail dietitians, foodservice experts and influencers... Read More

The Canadian greenhouse grower said promotional strategies around its new Sweet S’naps peppers include high-graphic displays, shipping cartons and packaging to reinforce snackability... Read More

Holding the No. 99 position, the full-line grocery store in Northern California's latest recognition marked its 18th year on the list... Read More

As Cinco de Mayo approaches, produce companies and retailers are preparing promotions to boost sales of fresh fixings for guacamole, tacos, burritos and other Mexican food favorites. .. Read More

The program offers enhanced benefits, including double points earning, automatic cash off and personalized deals for Albertsons Cos.' 38 million loyalty members across its stores... Read More

Verdant Technologies is partnering with Sobeys Inc. on an innovation to eliminate ice from the Canadian grocer's broccoli supply chain... Read More

Citing “significant and lasting challenges in the retail environment,” 99 Cents Only Stores LLC will close all 371 of its stores in Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas... Read More

Axiom Cloud recently closed on funding intended to accelerate the deployment of its artificial intelligence-powered module that detects refrigerant leaks without requiring any new onsite hardware or sensors. .. Read More

When a store's produce operations turn into disaster, "savior" managers are needed to right the ship — but their methods and personalities aren't what some expect from a department leader, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

To learn top tips for merchandising and displays that drive Cinco de Mayo avocado sales, The Packer turned to the experts at the California Avocado Commission... Read More

How does the fresh produce industry earn the business and sustain the trust of today’s conscious consumers committed to responsible purchasing? In-store displays and signage can help make meaningful connections... Read More

In April, participants in the four states in which the company operates can earn $5 in Schnucks Rewards points each week by reaching the steps challenge goal of 50,000 steps per week... Read More

The omnichannel grocer says it is focussing on fresh, affordable food this World Health Day, highlighting its Guiding Stars program; buy one, give-back campaigns; and local sourcing for healthier choices... Read More

This Earth Month, FreshDirect spotlights upcycling, repurposing food waste to innovate sustainability... Read More