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Index Fresh said its strong California grower base allows it to respond swiftly to market demands and ensure a steady supply during critical periods.

Index Fresh ready to supplement lower Mexican avocado inventories

As it marks kickoff of California avocado season, the company said it's preparing to meet the high demand of the bowl season blitz.

The Packer Staff

Jan 10, 2025
Avocados , California , Produce Retail

The Kroger Family of Companies is raising $1 million to support disaster relief and recovery, including $500,000 in company matching funds for donations from customers to benefit the American Red Cross and local Feeding America-affiliated food banks.

Kroger pledges $1M to support families impacted by Los Angeles wildfires

In addition to fundraising, the company said it is delivering food, water and supplies to local fire departments and evacuation centers.

The Packer Staff

Jan 10, 2025
Social Responsibility , California , Produce Retail

Instacart posted this graphic in a company update announcing it is temporarily waiving the delivery fee on all grocery and daily essentials orders of $10 or more for Instacart customers in California's Los Angeles County.

Instacart waives delivery fee for community impacted by California wildfires

The limited-time offer is extended to Instacart customers in Los Angeles County on all grocery and daily essentials orders of $10 or more.

The Packer Staff

Jan 10, 2025
Social Responsibility , Produce Retail

In a third-quarter earnings call, Albertsons Cos. CEO Vivek Sankaran said the company has seen e-commerce drive sales penetration to more than 7% of grocery revenue.

Albertsons says Q3 digital sales increased 23%

The company prioritized its e-commerce business to help customers access its full merchandise assortment, its CEO said.

Christina Herrick

Jan 10, 2025
Produce Retail

Devon Kennedy, national marketing manager for Highline Mushrooms, says part of the appeal to the plant-based eater is that the nutrition-packed mushrooms can complement or replace meat.

Why mushrooms are a star of the plant-based movement

The versatile mushroom plays a leading role in plant-based eating, providing an opportunity for retailers to appeal to health- and sustainability-conscious consumers.

Jill Dutton

Jan 10, 2025
Mushrooms , Produce Retail , Sustainability

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