Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

While this year’s event featured a record number of participants, exhibitors say West Coast Produce Expo remains a gathering that fosters networking and meaningful conversation... Read More

The Packer’s annual survey examines strong shopper sentiment for spending on local and specialty produce items — and whether their actions reflect that desire... Read More

A new five-year forecast shows growth for overall grocery spending is slowing, but changes in government assistance, immigration and inflation could quickly and significantly impact shopping behaviors, a Brick Meets Click report shows... Read More

Exhibitors at the West Cost Produce Expo offered new products and company introductions at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa... Read More

A video tribute honored The Packer’s 2025 Women in Produce, who are playing vital roles in the success of their own organizations as well as the future of the industry... Read More

Fresh Trends 2025 data shows that few shoppers are confident about picking ripe mangoes in-store or at home, but ongoing efforts aim to educate consumers... Read More

Gen Z and millennials not only more frequently reported buying organic produce than older generations, they are also more willing to pay a a higher price for it... Read More

West Coast Produce Expo is a wrap and the bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables featured at the show is now reaching people in need across Palm Desert, Calif... Read More

More companies have added products to a recall list following a multistate outbreak of salmonella... Read More

Attendees soaked up the breathtaking views from the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa while basking in good vibes and great produce... Read More

The Packer’s annual consumer survey takes a deep dive into commodities, exploring shopper habits, preferences and more to offer actionable insights that grow businesses... Read More

Jason Hart has been promoted to help oversee global operations for the discount retailer, with Atty McGrath set to move into Hart’s former role... Read More

DCL International has developed a unique metal-based catalyst that removes ethylene from the atmosphere, extending the shelf life of fruits during storage and transportation and reducing global food waste... Read More

Proceeds from the sale of limited-edition plush toys will help support people facing hunger and fund life-saving therapies for rare diseases... Read More

Attendees got a chance to see living herb, organic melon and citrus production during the half-day field tour... Read More

The co-founder of VTEX discusses a recent turning point in the digital grocery wars, where grocers are no longer the customer but the product, and how Gen Z’s shopping habits highlight the sector’s vulnerability and strategic importance... Read More

Four years ago, the Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Agriculture, led by Minister of Agriculture Limber Cruz, partnered with Bloom Fresh to launch a pioneering program to support farmers and agricultural organizations interested in growing table grapes... Read More

Chief Business Officer Chris Rogers has been tapped to succeed the company’s current CEO, who is set to join OpenAI... Read More

The 2025 Leamington Greenhouse Competition crowned the top tomato, pepper, cucumber and strawberry producers in Essex County, spotlighting excellence in the greenhouse-growing region... Read More

Most employees want to do their job well, but not all do, and it’s up to the manager to set the tolerance level for excuses, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More

The grower says it has completed a state-of-the-art cherry packing line to boost efficiency and capacity as part of a broader strategy to integrate and expand its fruit operations... Read More

Last season, Melissa’s melon sales experienced a 73% sales lift, fueled by increased shopper demand for varietals that go beyond the basics, the company says... Read More

Significant production increases are seen in the initial forecast for the coming season, especially for mandarins... Read More

Parks shares how she drives initiatives across the company’s global operations to ensure fresh produce remains safe from farm to table... Read More

A lot of logistics go into getting papayas from Hawaii to customers in the mainland, requiring growers and shippers to be creative... Read More