Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

With roasting events and in-store promotions historically ending with the arrival of Labor Day, fresh Hatch chilies are available through October... Read More

Apeel Sciences' core technology is a plant-based protection or coating made from ingredients found in fruits and vegetables that, when applied to fresh produce, can extend shelf life and reduce spoilage... Read More

The company says it has seen increased consumer interest in its Micro Cilantro and Micro Rainbow Mix offerings... Read More

The FDA reports that one strain of salmonella was detected in untreated canal water used by a Florida cucumber grower... Read More

The Cincinnati-based grocer says it’s helping families celebrate Independence Day with $15 grilling recipes and ideas for get-togethers this July 4... Read More

Fresh Solutions Network says it will showcase its Side Delights Organic potatoes and onions at the Organic Produce Summit, July 11, in Monterey, Calif. .. Read More

New York-based Gotham Greens adds to its Chicago and Providence, R.I., facilities and adds new salad kits and mixes... Read More

In addition to featuring its guacamole and salsa nationwide at events, the marketer is engaging fans this summer by highlighting local artists, donating to local nonprofits and activating outdoor film experiences... Read More

The Soledad, Calif.-based company and home of Josie's Organics will spotlight two new products and host a field tour during the Organic Produce Summit... Read More

The fresh spinach was distributed in New York retail stores and have lot Nos. 40606 and 11006 on the package with an expiration date of June 20 and June 24... Read More

The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has a message for retailers: Now’s the time to stock your produce shelves with Jersey Fresh blueberries... Read More

The revamped look is part of the company’s rebranding efforts, which celebrates its 100-year anniversary... Read More

A roasting station for Hatch chili peppers can add some sizzle to your store's offerings. Columnist Armand Lobato offers insight on doing it right... Read More

Standards organization reflects on the 50th anniversary of the first UPC scan and looks to the future of scanning and data in retail... Read More

Working group to looks at government and retail packaging requirements.. Read More

Inflation has battered consumers over the past four years, and a Rabobank analysis says U.S. consumers have finally hit the wall... Read More

Sunshine Sweet Corn Farmers of Florida have announced the winners of the group’s inaugural 2024 Merchandising Display Contest... Read More

Retailers will have the opportunity to taste Zespri’s top-selling organic SunGold and green kiwifruit during the Organic Produce Summit in Monterey, Calif., July 10-11, at booth No. 713... Read More

As the summer season hits, marketers of specialty produce in the Los Angeles area say sales remain strong, and at least one distributor is going beyond product sales to focus on additional support services... Read More

Consumer demand for California strawberries is running high this season, said Jeff Cardinale, director of communications for the Watsonville-based California Strawberry Commission. .. Read More

With growing demand for local produce in the foodservice industry and evolving operator needs, Markon says it saw the importance of having a dedicated presence beyond the West Coast... Read More

The retailer honored more than 14,600 students nationwide for work to fight hunger and waste... Read More

This is the first national grocery retailer to offer delivery from nearly 1,800 stores as part of Grubhub’s Marketplace... Read More

The retailer says it will leverage Agritask’s remote sensing and data analytics to make more informed decisions on sourcing cherries and blackberries... Read More

The newly created role is intended to strengthen the Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s membership offerings and expand into new markets domestically and beyond Canada... Read More