Per Bank will be the president and CEO of Loblaw Cos. Ltd., a Canadian supermarket chain and distributor headquartered in Brampton, Ontario... Read More
- Apr 18, 2023
- PMG Retailer Insight , People
The Glennville, Ga.-based grower says the new look enhances brand and product recognition, as well as highlights “the premium essence” of its Vidalia onions. .. Read More
- Apr 18, 2023
- Onions , Produce Retail , Packaging
Retail produce buyers and consumers are becoming more vocal about sustainability in growing and handling California summer fruit, and grower-shippers are making an all-out effort to meet those requests... Read More
- Apr 18, 2023
- Sustainability
For the Center for Produce Safety: North Bay Produce Food Safety Manager Kinsey Clishe talks about efforts to validate cleaning and sanitizing procedures — and the importance of discussing the "why" behind practices... Read More
- Apr 17, 2023
- Food Safety , PMG Industry Perspective , ORGANIZATIONS
In celebration of Earth Day, SpartanNash has partnered with Ecodrive to plant 20,000 trees to mitigate global warming and support healthy ecosystems. .. Read More
- Apr 17, 2023
- Social Responsibility , Sustainability
The new kits — Roadhouse BBQ, Chophouse Crunch, Hibachi Miso, Everything Caesar and Crunchy Taco — were expected to be on supermarket shelves nationally by mid-April... Read More
- Apr 17, 2023
- PMG Produce Products , Produce Products
Strawberries are becoming like semi-precious jewels as yet another produce category that’s gaining sophistication, variety and premiumization. .. Read More
- Apr 17, 2023
- Strawberries , PMG Produce Products , Produce Retail
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
- Apr 17, 2023
- Awards , PMG Retail Merchandising , Produce Retail , Merchandising , Video
The medjool date grower has focused on consumer education in recent months to amplify its presence in Canadian markets... Read More
- Apr 14, 2023
- Produce Marketing , PMG Produce Products , Nuts , Dates & Dried Fruit , Arizona
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
What’s the secret to greenhouse grower Little Leaf Farms' success? To find out, The Packer recently spoke with founder and CEO Paul Sellew... Read More
- Apr 13, 2023
- Controlled Environment Agriculture
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
- Apr 13, 2023
- PMG Retail Merchandising , Produce Retail , Foodservice , Watermelons
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
- Apr 12, 2023
- PMG Data and Research , PMG Retailer Insight , Produce Retail
The Foodservice Packaging Association recently honored Cincinnati-based ProAmpac for its RecycAll product line... Read More
- Apr 12, 2023
- Packaging , Sustainability , PMG Foodservice Insight , Awards
Lower grocery prices highlighted the March Consumer Price Index, but the annual food inflation rate remains well above the all-items index... Read More
- Apr 12, 2023
- Produce Retail
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
- Apr 12, 2023
- Produce Retail , PMG Industry Perspective
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
- Apr 11, 2023
- People , PMG Produce Market Trends , International Fresh Produce Association , Produce Retail , Nutrition
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
- Apr 11, 2023
- Produce Retail
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
- Apr 10, 2023
- Produce Retail
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
- Apr 10, 2023
- PMG Retailer Insight , Produce Retail , Sustainability
Indoor vertical grower AeroFarms is transferring its Newark, N.J., commercial operations to its commercial farm in Danville, Va., so that the New Jersey location can handle R&D operations... Read More
- Apr 06, 2023
- PMG Supplier Spotlight , Controlled Environment Agriculture , Northeast (U.S.)
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
- Apr 06, 2023
- Sustainability , Produce Retail
