Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Don Valpredo, 85, co-founded Country Sweet Produce, grower-packer-shipper of the Bako Sweet brand of sweetpotatoes... Read More

Aldi, Gelson's and Hornbacher's are the latest retailers to roll out Carrot Tags following a chainwide rollout at Schnucks earlier this year... Read More

The second annual “A Little Holiday Happiness Is …” campaign is designed to provide relief for consumers this holiday season with the chance to win $1,000 in groceries from a choice of retailers... Read More

Stores will collect nonperishable food items and accept donations at the register for local food bank partners until Dec. 31... Read More

Key trends shaping the future of the industry include increasingly advanced genetics and growers’ heightened focus on labor productivity and efficiencies, according to the recent study by RaboResearch... Read More

Following diminishing valuations in 2023 and layoffs, the indoor vertical grower is reportedly closing its doors and laying off its employees, according to a PitchBook report... Read More

What’s in store for grocers by 2027? 84.51°'s October Consumer Digest reveals the latest in consumer behavior and preferences regarding the grocery experience of the future... Read More

As Honeycrisp volume is down this year, SweeTango is a premium substitution and is primed for promotion, says Brianna Shales, marketing director for Wenatchee, Wash.-based Stemilt Growers... Read More

Mission Produce's AvoIntel blog highlights avocados as the ultimate game-day snack this football season, with record-breaking sales, fan-favorite guacamole and strategic promotions driving their popularity nationwide... Read More

Acreage shifts over the past decade demonstrate the big gains made by the small fruit... Read More

The local growing season is over for most items in the state, and distributors are beginning to look to other regions to fill their customers’ needs for the coming fall and winter seasons... Read More

Supplies of Envy apples are now transitioning from imports to fresh, domestic production, as the brand eyes growth. .. Read More

Richard Hallé will step into the role starting Jan. 1, 2025, following the retirement of Todd Dissinger... Read More

Farm manager Chris Parks shared the news with the Florida Strawberry Growers Association, which celebrates the annual feat officially kicking off the season... Read More

While some chains use a combination of hand-stacking and gentle pouring, depending on available labor and time, columnist Armand Lobato examines the pros and cons of both methods to see how they truly stack up... Read More

From citrus to other fruits, these crops are essential to the state’s economy but also provide opportunities for retailers to meet consumer demand... Read More

The strategic partnership is intended to benefit the customers of both companies through South Mill Champs’ expanded operational and logistical capabilities... Read More

Former CEO Eric Lindberg has returned to lead the business while the company conducts a search for a successor... Read More

The Lakeland, Fla.-based grocer takes the No. 47 spot among the 100 businesses recognized... Read More

The retail grocer highlights sustainability efforts in conjunction with the recognition for its leadership in reducing refrigerant emissions... Read More

The company said more than 200 markets in the mid-Atlantic will carry its Spring Leaf Mix, Green Lettuce Blend, Green Butter Lettuce, Red Lettuce Blend and Romaine Lettuce... Read More

Flashfood 3.0 offers user-friendly features, ability to explore multiple stores at once and simplified SNAP EBT shopping... Read More

Recent sales data shows that potatoes are not only a beloved choice but are also a top performer in the produce section, boasting the highest household penetration of any vegetable, according to Potatoes USA... Read More

The company says updates to No Shells varieties' bags will begin rolling out in the first quarter of 2025, featuring a look that is "bigger, bolder and emphasizes the brand’s commitment to quality, fun and health.”.. Read More

SanLucar received the recognition from pan-Asian retailer DFI Retail Group during a trip to Asia as part of its international expansion plan... Read More