Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Sustainability is an important concern for the majority of consumers, retailers and growers, finds The Packer’s Sustainability Insights 2024 survey... Read More

The Packer’s Sustainable Produce Summit is once again co-located with West Coast Produce Expo, set to provide the fresh produce industry three days rich in educational and networking opportunities, May 30 to June 1... Read More

Ahold Delhaize's "Growing Together" strategy aims to boost innovation, customer experience and sustainability, with goals of increasing omnichannel sales and digital engagement by 2028... Read More

The Packer’s 2024 Women in Produce honors eight industry leaders — including Happy Dirt co-founder and CEO Sandi Kronick — playing pivotal roles in their own organizations and the fresh produce industry... Read More

Ahead of World Hunger Day on May 28, Food Lion has spotlighted how it has donated over 1.2 billion meals since 2014, with an aim to reach 1.5 billion by next year, and continued to reduce food waste... Read More

The company’s farms and packing facility are now fair-trade certified, which builds upon its GlobalG.A.P. and Rainforest Alliance certifications... Read More

Apeel says its technologies are designed to significantly enhance retail profitability and consumer satisfaction through its plant-based coating that extends the shelf life of produce... Read More

However, avocado purchases remain high, according to figures from The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024, which shows 51% of consumers reported purchasing the fruit in the past 12 months... Read More

Index Fresh's seasonal Gem avocados will be available in five-count bags at select Costco locations starting in late May, with support from the California Avocado Commission... Read More

United Natural Foods Inc. extended its distribution partnership with Whole Foods Market by eight years, now lasting until May 2032. .. Read More

Nearly 37% of those surveyed by The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 said they purchased asparagus in the past 12 months... Read More

Side Delights says it's ready to offer consumers options as summer grilling season heats up... Read More

The Carlisle, Pa.-based grocer has named John MacDonald as vice president of marketing... Read More

Schnuck Markets says it will offer exclusive digital promotions and enhance the Schnucks Rewards program. .. Read More

Produce containers and the pallets on which they’re stacked play an important role in the packaging industry, and some major providers say they’re making strides as they evolve to meet their customers’ needs... Read More

Kroger collaborator Divert Inc. says a new facility in Harrison, Ohio, will be aimed at processing food waste into renewable energy and reducing food insecurity. .. Read More

Avocados From Mexico brought fresh guacamole inspiration for foodservice, along with artificial intelligence and virtual reality to the National Restaurant Association Show... Read More

Looking for inspiration to elevate a store’s produce displays? Check out these examples chosen by merchandising expert Brian Dey of Four Seasons Produce, who breaks down what makes each display effective with shoppers... Read More

The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 data shows of all consumers surveyed, 21.7% reported purchasing artichokes in the past 12 months, up from 8% in 2023... Read More

Consumers, retailers and many foodservice operators eagerly await the arrival of Florida green-skin avocados every year, grower-shippers say... Read More

The Envy apple and brand retailers and consumers enjoy today was years in the making, say Louise Beard, director of Forward Insight and Strategy, and Cecilia Flores Paez, T&G Global’s head of marketing in North America... Read More

In an era where health-conscious consumers are increasingly seeking nutritious options, retailers are tapping into the trend by incorporating in-house juice bars and co-branded in-store destinations... Read More

Apple purchases are up according to responses in The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 survey. Just over 78% of consumers reported purchasing apples in the last 12 months... Read More

Publix says it has donated over 100 million pounds of produce to Feeding America food banks since 2020, aiding farmers and addressing food insecurity. .. Read More

Schnuck Markets has been selected as a 2024 U.S. Best Managed Company, marking the third consecutive year the St. Louis-based grocer has received the honor... Read More