Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Football season is here, and it’s always been a good theme to help promote fresh produce, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

Following a lighter crop in 2024, pear volume looks strong going into fall... Read More

The Packer asked these groups what sustainability means to them as part of its Sustainability Insights 2025 report, and while the results seem similar, the underlying motivation is different... Read More

Urban soil scientist Anna Paltseva highlights the complexity, risks and opportunities of city soils, stressing their vital role in urban agriculture, ecosystem health and community well-being, while offering practical solutions to manage contamination... Read More

Category Partners shares data-backed insights and retail implications for suppliers and marketers... Read More

In this week’s Fresh Produce Friday segment, The Bulb shows how urban farming, mobile markets and grocery partnerships turn surplus into access... Read More

For National Family Meals Month, produce suppliers, retailers and more are highlighting the power of fresh fruits and vegetables to bring families together, preserve traditions and inspire healthy meals... Read More

Side Delights says fall is the ideal time for seasonal recipes and promotions... Read More

With billions of pounds of food wasted in U.S. grocery stores each year, apps like Too Good To Go, Flashfood and Careit — alongside retail partners — are harnessing technology to curb waste and recover value... Read More

The kits are the direct result of expanded research into the latest taste trends ranging from fruits, herbs and spices to low-sugar, smoke and char preferences, the company says... Read More

RSA America says the partnership will aid independent grocers looking to compete with national chains through smart, scalable and affordable technology... Read More

Numerator’s 2025 Labor Day Intentions report shows grilling will dominate holiday celebrations, and Trader Joe’s podcast offers a timely example of how retailers can spark shopper inspiration with creative, produce-driven grilling ideas... Read More

Yemi Amu, founder of Oko Farms, is transforming New York City’s food landscape with aquaponics — an innovative system that grows fish and vegetables together — while creating new pathways for education, sustainability and food access in underserved communities... Read More

The grocer has promoted Bill Mayo, current chief operating officer, to chief executive officer as current CEO Fred Boehler steps back from management of day-to-day operations... Read More

Sun World International recently welcomed more than 200 licensed growers and partners to its Center for Innovation in Wasco, Calif., for two field days designed to offer an in-field look at the company’s latest developments, planting trends, performance insights, flavor trends, sustainability and more. .. Read More

Nicole Rivera Hartery is breaking barriers in the beekeeping world, representing and empowering Black and Brown women while championing sustainable practices. Featured in the PBS Terra’s “Women of the Earth,” she highlights the intersection of community, culture and conservation in a field often overlooked... Read More

While the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 38.9% surge in farm prices for fresh and dry vegetables in July, the reality of how — if at all — that spike will impact retail pricing is more nuanced... Read More

The National Mango Board discussed its strategic goals for U.S. mango consumption and efforts it’s taking to reach them in a recent webinar... Read More

For the fifth year, Zespri Sungold Kiwiwfruit has been recognized as a “best snack” in the produce category... Read More

These events, pairing growers with buyers, provide a trove of valuable insights and good memories, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

With The Wonderful Company topping the list, these companies with produce industry connections earned honors... Read More

The grocer’s Meet Your Farmer series gives a voice to farmers and ranchers who are changing the way food is produced to ensure a livable, healthy tomorrow. .. Read More

In Charlotte, N.C., The Bulb has found a way to turn farming and food waste into opportunity. By combining urban farming, grocery partnerships and community-driven mobile markets, the organization provides consistent, barrier-free access to fresh produce while strengthening trust and resilience in the neighborhoods it serves... Read More

The U.S. is the largest destination for table grapes, but demand has been stagnant, a problem for global growers who expect larger production... Read More

Effective Feb. 1, 2026, Fiddelke will succeed Brian Cornell as CEO and join Target’s board of directors; Cornell to serve as executive chair of Target’s board of directors... Read More