Latest Fresh Produce News & Insights

Items in this year’s affordable menu are all part of Sam’s Club’s private brand, Member’s Mark, and include fresh produce such as potatoes, Brussels sprouts and baby spinach salad... Read More

The California Avocado Commission has named current CAC Vice President of Industry Affairs and Operations Ken Melban and Vice President of Marketing Terry Splane as co-executive leaders of the organization... Read More

A traditional Thanksgiving feast reflects two current trends in food-at-home economics: increased retail food costs vary by category and the supply chain is back to pre-COVID patterns. .. Read More

The Ontario-based greenhouse grower is expanding production to the West Coast, partnering with grower Millennium Pacific to bring California-grown Hiiros Tomatoes to market... Read More

Think no one buys fruit baskets anymore? It's more about a lack of inventory rather than a lack of shopper interest, says columnist Armand Lobato. A little foresight and preparation can nab additional holiday sales... Read More

KeHE, a distributor of natural and organic, specialty and fresh products, has identified its top seven trends in the food and beverage industry for 2024, and fresh produce has the potential to play a role in each one... Read More

Divert has released new data that finds nearly 20% fewer consumers are donating this holiday season and nearly 72% of consumers are changing their grocery shopping habits and behaviors amid the current economic climate... Read More

The salad kits, featuring greenhouse-grown lettuce as well as toppings and dressings, are now available at select Kroger and Jewel-Osco stores, with additional distribution in early 2024... Read More

Plenty of potatoes should be available for holiday repasts this year, and ample volume should mean favorable prices for consumers... Read More

The Cincinnati-based grocer says it’s offering a holiday meal at less than $5 per person — making celebrations even more affordable than last year... Read More

Watch as the recipients of this year’s awards for Produce Retailer of the Year and Produce Marketer of the Year are honored at the recent International Fresh Produce Association's Global Produce and Floral Show... Read More

Canadian Produce Marketing Association President Ron Lemaire says the new Loblaw program can be a "catalyst" to the success of small fresh fruit and vegetable businesses. .. Read More

The featured guest on this "Tip of the Iceberg" podcast episode is Rob Nickels, who handles category management, procurement and merchandising of fresh produce and floral for Giant Food... Read More

Oppy’s marketing plan for Mexican avocados centers around the pillars of sustainability, high quality and reliability, says Rodrigo Lopez, category director of citrus and avocados... Read More

With all eyes on football, Naturipe is ready to support promotions that Avocados From Mexico is launching, says Andy Bruno, president of Naturipe Farms' avocado division... Read More

Columnist Armand Lobato shares a message of thanks, reflecting on the demanding work to prepare for pre-Thanksgiving shopping — sharing a burden and bond with co-workers... Read More

When snow blankets much of the country’s farmland and temperatures drop to single digits, growers in California’s desert regions shift into high gear with their winter vegetable crops... Read More

“While the season got off to a late start, the overall quality and flavor of our fruit has been nothing short of excellent," said Bee Sweet Citrus sales representative Jason Sadoian... Read More

The Kroger Co. has found a recipe for animated holiday success with its recently released film campaign that encourages consumers to “Bring a new recipe to the table.”.. Read More

Avocados From Mexico can see wonderful accomplishments in the rearview mirror, but President and CEO Alvaro Luque believes the future will be even more spectacular... Read More

Wenatchee, Wash.-based CMI Orchards says its ready to keep up traditions and let its dedication to the American Dream shine this Veterans Day... Read More

Chef Kelly Wangard is on a mission to increase fresh produce consumption and promote healthy eating habits, while changing lives in the process... Read More

The Upside partnership is expected to open new opportunities for profit generation for AWG members and further expand the Washington, D.C.-based company's rapidly growing network of 100,000 retailers nationwide... Read More

Vallarta Supermarkets’ newest store location in Carson, Calif., is taking an innovative and customizable approach to value-added fresh fruit with the introduction of La Fruteria, a fresh fruit bowl destination.   .. Read More

Inflation, the sky-high cost of goods and the ever-changing retail landscape in America has triggered a seismic shift in the way consumers shop for produce — presenting both new opportunities and new challenges. .. Read More