To learn more about how the pause to SNAP benefits could impact everyone from farmers to retailers to consumers, The Packer spoke with The Alliance to End Hunger President Eric Mitchell... Read More
The funding will support continued expansion of supply to meet growing demand and accelerate the company’s investment in technology and AI capabilities, says CEO Steve Magami... Read More
The company says its new Orchestra software suite is purpose-built to transform warehouse fulfillment for retailers and grocers... Read More
The affordable grocery app is making its Los Angeles debut in partnership with Gelson’s Markets, where it is offering its signature Produce Box — a mix of fresh and high-quality produce worth $18 to $25 — for just $9... Read More
Democratic-led states sue to block Nov. 1 SNAP cutoff during shutdown, saying benefit halt violates federal law, risks hunger for millions... Read More
Sprouts Farmers Market is now offering squash from Kreher Family Farms, which is Certified Regenerative by A Greener World... Read More
To learn more about the Devens, Mass.-based greenhouse grower’s decade of continued growth, The Packer sat down with CEO Paul Sellew at the recent IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show... Read More
A new Algolia survey shows 73% of U.S. consumers are stressed about grocery prices, prompting them to seek savings through store brands, loyalty programs and AI powered tools, while still prioritizing fresh produce, meat and dairy... Read More
The $860 million investment will expand capacity for the supply chain network, supporting Food Lion and other grocery brands and bring more than 500 jobs to Burlington... Read More
This year’s International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce and Floral Show featured a number of star-backed produce collaborations designed to increase consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables... Read More
Globally and in the U.S., data shows millennials and Gen Z shoppers view produce purchase differently than baby boomers and Gen X shoppers... Read More
Federal and state leaders say the government shutdown’s halt of SNAP funding in November — the first time in history the program has been suspended during a shutdown — could leave 42 million Americans without food assistance, drawing urgent responses from food banks and grocery retailers bracing for economic fallout... Read More
Exhibitors at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Show discussed new products and new initiatives, as well as current season projections... Read More
The organization has achieved significant penetration in the U.S. market in just five year’s time and has now launched a retail marketing campaign to support existing supplies and drive growth. .. Read More
The successful donation campaign is timed around Grandparents Day to support seniors facing hunger and isolation... Read More
Every aisle at the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show was filled with new products, packaging, merchandising concepts and more. .. Read More
Companies exhibiting at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce and Floral Show debuted new product introductions and discussed new updates forthcoming... Read More
The 1939 Group has acquired 51 Wisconsin grocery stores, uniting them under one family of companies and welcoming 8,000 new employees... Read More
This year’s International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce and Floral Show featured an array of on-trend new products, campaigns, marketing and branding. .. Read More
Meijer team members chose more than 500 local organizations across the Midwest to support... Read More
The company says its 2025 meal basket offers a full holiday feast at the lowest price since it started the program... Read More
Since the “Liberation Day” roll out of tariffs, “it’s been constant turmoil” for anybody dealing with imported products, said one panelist at the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show... Read More
The grocer says it offers resources, benefits and training to support and develop employees... Read More
The extended partnership supplies stores throughout the region with family-size salad kits from Local Bounti’s facility in Pasco, Wash... Read More
The study, which examined the nutritional composition of both AeroFarms Micro Broccoli and mature broccoli florets, confirmed that AeroFarms Micro Broccoli offers up to 35 times more nutrient density per ounce than mature broccoli florets for specific vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients... Read More
