Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

The company cited a strategic evaluation amid economic conditions in its decision about the banner, which operates in Missouri... Read More

The company said its regeneratively grown berries will be in select Whole Foods, Sprouts, Bi-Rite, NewLeaf, Berkeley Bowl Marketplace and Oliver’s locations... Read More

The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 survey shows nearly 7 in 10 consumers reported buying a larger variety of fresh produce than two decades ago. See which commodities have made the greatest gains in shoppers' carts... Read More

The Salinas, Calif.-based berry grower will make its debut appearance at the 38th Annual California Strawberry Festival in Ventura, Calif., May 18-19... Read More

Under the terms of the acquisition, the Delano, Calif.-based table grape grower and marketer has exclusive rights to all brands, trademarks and DNA associated with the Holiday variety. .. Read More

Naturipe Farms will offer conventional and organic options of strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries this spring and summer, says Ashley Finster... Read More

Oppy is awaiting the arrival of a new crop of Southern Hemisphere Envy apples alongside a diverse range of year-round varieties, company officials say... Read More

The “Powered by Potatoes” education series helps retailers understand the retail sales opportunities for potatoes... Read More

A new survey indicates rising consumer satisfaction with their diets, and it also examines shoppers' access to and preference of the type of stores where they purchase food... Read More

Ahead of the 2026 FSMA Section 204 compliance deadline, Kelleher Consultants offers guidance on compliance and best practices for quality control, emphasizing prevention and training across the food industry... Read More

Twenty produce managers have been recognized by the 2024 Retail Produce Managers Awards Program from the International Fresh Produce Association.  .. Read More

Fresh fruit importer-exporter Salix Fruits is eyeing strong supplies from its recently launched summer citrus program, marking the start of the lemon, mandarin and orange season in the Southern Hemisphere... Read More

U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council and Major League Pickleball have teamed to increase blueberry consumption among the fast-growing pickleball fan base... Read More

Organic leaders and champions to be honored at Organic Week in Washington, D.C. at the 2024 Organic Leadership Awards reception... Read More

Pink Cosmo and Hunkaberry will be available for retailers and foodservice customers in limited supplies this month... Read More

Simbe Robotics is partnering with Plexus Corp. to bring its retail robotics-as-a-service to market quickly and at global scale... Read More

Berries are rising to the occasion, according to a recent USDA Specialty Crop Retail Report... Read More

Retailer Owned Food Distributors and Associates wholesalers will launch new online retail media networks powered by Instacart's Carrot Ads solution... Read More

The Kroger Co. has been recognized for its commitment to mental health for a third consecutive year, receiving the 2024 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health... Read More

Signs are everywhere in the produce aisle, but what you express, how you present them, when you place them and why you choose the information conveyed can make a big difference, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

May is National Salad Month, and it seems U.S. consumers already have a jump on enjoying these light, healthful treats. Here's what retail data shows about consumer preferences when it comes to a dish of leafy greens... Read More

To raise mental health awareness this May, the West Des Moines, Iowa-based grocer has launched a new campaign and video series focused on sleep, nutrition, exercise and medication management... Read More

Following the January launch in China for the Lunar New Year, Rubyglow — a yellow pineapple with a deep red outer shell — will be available directly from select grocery and fresh produce retailers nationwide... Read More

Earthbound Farm is celebrating 40 years of organic farming with new offerings, including its organic salad kits featuring dressings made with 100% organic avocado oil and its limited-harvest Wild Red Arugula blend... Read More

The grocer's new store is expected to feature locally sourced foods and fresh produce as well as expanded international offerings including Southeast Asian specialties, and Kosher and Halal products... Read More