Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Check out this special video edition of The Packer's reporting from the Southeast Produce Council's Southern Innovations event... Read More

The Lakeland, Fla.-based grocer is also coordinating volunteer events at organizations focused on food insecurity, as part of Publix Serves Week... Read More

The "State of the Industry" keynote, set for Oct. 17 during the International Fresh Produce Association's Global Produce and Floral Show, will address the latest in emerging innovations and consumer trends... Read More

Exhibitors at the Southeast Produce Council's Southern Innovations 2024 highlighted the start of new seasons and expanded product lines... Read More

Chiquita says its specially crafted recipes serve as a fun and tasty way for families to enjoy bananas, which offer a natural, fresh and healthy snack option for children... Read More

Consumers' changing perceptions about private-label brands' quality have fueled sales growth, market share gains and category expansion, according to a new report from CoBank... Read More

New product introductions and expanded availability were among the talking points of exhibitors at the Southeast Produce Council's Southern Innovations event... Read More

Three nonprofits have been awarded Nourishing Neighbors Innovation Spark Grants for solutions and a commitment to ending the cycle of hunger within their communities... Read More

The harvest, now underway, has produced excellent quality sweetpotatoes in a variety of planted colors, including orange, red, white and purple, ensuring consistent supply to meet growing consumer demand, according to the brand... Read More

The Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn., was the scene for Southeast Produce Council's Southern Innovations event, held Sept. 12-14... Read More

The poster, which features age-appropriate ways to talk with children about fruits and vegetables, will be co-branded with Kids Eat in Color and The Foundation for Fresh Produce’s Have A Plant logo... Read More

“With continued economic uncertainty, attitudes about eating at home and health are evolving, and consumers are seeking a balance between value, wellness and convenience,” said Kathleen Triou, president and CEO of Fresh Solutions Network, the exclusive supplier of Side Delights potatoes and onions... Read More

Store intelligence solutions provider Simbe says more ShopRite locations are adding Tally, an artificial intelligence-powered solution for inventory and operation insights... Read More

Exhibitors at the Southeast Produce Council's Southern Innovations showcased new solutions and technologies at the event... Read More

Sonya Constable, vice president of produce for Sprouts Farmers Market, rose to the top of a highly qualified and deserving list of produce retail talent while also achieving a history-making win... Read More

Check out some of the new product offerings from exhibitors at this event held Sept. 12-14 in Nashville, Tenn... Read More

The 2-pound bag format is designed to meet the needs of both consumers and retailers, providing a choice for families seeking convenient and healthy snack options... Read More

The Spanish company has been honored with the Excellent Brand Reputation in Fresh Produce award, an annual accolade presented by Global Brands Magazine. .. Read More

Three consecutive months of year-over-year e-grocery sales growth show the impact of recent subscription/membership promotions... Read More

How can the fresh produce industry play a role in helping to ensure at-risk women, infants and children have greater access to fresh fruit and vegetables? The Packer recently sat down with the newly named CEO and president to find out... Read More

The company says Whole Foods Market Daily Shop is designed to bring fresh, high-quality ingredients to customers with a convenience that fits their fast-paced urban lifestyles, with the first store debuting in New York City’s Upper East Side... Read More

Columnist Armand Lobato reflects on one exceptional trait that set Tom Cagle apart as a leader and mentor... Read More

Hawaii’s soil and ideal growing conditions give its papayas a unique flavor that no other region in the world can duplicate, says Eric Weinert, president of the Hawaiian Papaya Industry Association... Read More

The grocer says this is the ninth consecutive year that it has ranked No. 1... Read More

Brad Franklin is one of only 20 produce managers nationwide being recognized with the International Fresh Produce Association's 2024 Retail Produce Manager of the Year Award... Read More