Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Suppliers are expanding their lineups of fresh refrigerated products as shoppers seek convenience, global flavors and healthier choices... Read More

How might proposed FDA budget cuts impact the future of food safety? The Packer connected with IFPA Chief Science Officer Max Teplitski on the heels of the association’s recent Washington Conference to learn more... Read More

Carlota Ciganda claims title with one-stroke victory at the annual fundraiser to fight hunger and feed communities in need... Read More

Some memories from the produce aisle stick around, even in dreams, and make for good times when reconnecting with colleagues, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

From families broken to rising food prices to reduced access to fresh food and food waste, the ripple effect of Trump’s immigration crackdown on agriculture could be far reaching, says the Emerald Packaging CEO... Read More

The 10th annual Feedys Awards honorees were celebrated for their hunger relief efforts to nourish neighbors experiencing hunger... Read More

Sam’s Club is the first U.S. retailer to offer the guacamole crafted by these third-generation avocado farmers... Read More

With the goal of delivering top-quality grapes to consumers, Sun World International has formed a strategic partnership with Clarifresh, to use its AI-powered quality management software for fresh food. .. Read More

New sustainability hires at Stemilt Growers, Topline Farms and CMI Orchards share their take on the future of sustainability and the critical role retailers play... Read More

CAC’s marketing campaign, which includes consumer advertising, social media, public relations and influencer activities, is running at full speed this spring, with advertising impressions through April alone exceeding 31 million. .. Read More

The Brick Meets Click Grocery Shopper Survey shows delivery sales surged again this month as deep discounts on annual membership/subscription plans continue to supercharge the method’s current growth cycle... Read More

The multiweek promotion includes display contest, POS tools and in-store engagement across 200 stores... Read More

At the multigenerational, family-owned Camlam Farms in Camarillo, Calif., the focus is on making sustainable business decisions with the goal of keeping the ranch for next generations... Read More

Retailers should have ample opportunities this summer to capitalize on consumer demand for strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries... Read More

Limoneira, a founding member of the citrus marketing cooperative, will remain as an independent business entity, but Sunkist will manage fresh citrus sales and marketing Nov. 1... Read More

Avocados From Peru kicks off its 2025 U.S. marketing campaign with a robust mix of sports partnerships, cultural events and national retail promotions, headlined by a sweepstakes with the Detroit Tigers... Read More

The fully automated greenhouse facility is attached to the Cox Farms Discovery Center, where the company is focused on driving innovation and accessibility... Read More

Amanda Oren, vice president of industry strategy for grocery, North America, of RELEX, shares how independent and ethnic grocers could be disproportionately impacted by new tariffs and what strategies they’re adapting... Read More

Enthusiasm on the show floor was high as exhibitors discussed everything from what’s in season to new product innovation to flavor-packed fruits and vegetables, and most importantly why they return to this dynamic event in the desert year after year... Read More

Good weather has brought good volume, which means ample opportunity for strong sales this season, a Honeybear Brands excecutive said... Read More

With a 51-year tenure in the produce industry — nearly 17 years with the Idaho Potato Commission — and almost two decades as The Packer’s weekly retail columnist, Armand Lobato reflects on his years of potato promotion and the power of a well-told story... Read More

Season starts, transitions and new crops coming on line were all some of the highlights of these booth visits at the West Coast Produce Expo... Read More

DeCicco & Sons plans to use new retail automation to enhance operational execution and in-store experience across multiple locations... Read More

The launch is part of the company’s broader campaign celebrating “the lil’ things” — a reminder to savor life’s small, joyful moments... Read More

By providing essential details efficiently, buyers help produce managers operate more effectively, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More