In the MAHA Report press conference on Sept. 9, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins said the Farm to School Grants take multiple steps in support of the USDA initiative to put farmers first and to promote healthy choices, healthy families and healthy outcomes... Read More
With backing from OXZ Capital, LocalExpress is pivoting its AI capabilities beyond internal operations. This represents the first investment OXZ Capital has made outside of Asia and the first in the retail technology sector... Read More
The Ontario-based greenhouse grower says it’s investing in the future of fresh produce with a 25-acre expansion of its Southern Flavor Farms greenhouse in Georgia, expected to be in production next summer. .. Read More
The Department of Health and Human Services has released its strategy to address children’s health from its Make America Healthy Again Commission, and IFPA says it welcomes the focus on nutrition, calling for a produce-first national health strategy. .. Read More
Windset Farms’ decade-long EFI certification has delivered $5.5 million in worker bonuses, strengthened farm safety, improved operational efficiency and created lasting cultural change... Read More
With the CDC reducing the number of foodborne pathogens it actively tracks from eight to two, Frank Yiannas, former FDA deputy commissioner, says there’s a lot at risk... Read More
Apples under the Morning Kiss brand and pears debuting under the Bright Bounty brand will be available in 2-lb. bags, as well as bulk cartons... Read More
While a manager can admire everything that’s done right in their produce aisle, a consumer’s view can offer a humbling — and needed — perspective, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More
Retailers can maximize the early-season opportunity with simple, impactful tactics, says Brianna Shales, marketing director for the company... Read More
According to Circana and IFPA research, 65% of consumers cite health as the main reason they buy fresh produce... Read More
Influencers like Angela Yvonne of VeganPopEats are turning low-cost Aldi produce hauls into viral lessons on how to eat healthy and plant-based on a budget... Read More
The Goleta, Calif.-based food technology company says it has filed a lawsuit against Robyn Openshaw and her company for “waging a years’ long disinformation campaign intended to harm Apeel’s business and reputation.”.. Read More
Frank Yiannas shares the risks in postponing FSMA 204 enforcement, the need for traceability throughout the fresh produce food system and more... Read More
The Chelsea, Mass.-based brand plans in-store promotions and community events to mark this milestone while continuing its pledge to give back to the community... Read More
The mandarin brand plans to reward a “sweet teacher” with a $10,000 cash prize and encourage families to “Snack to School” with an East Coast road tour... Read More
Nathan Pumplin, CEO of Norfolk Healthy Produce, the company behind the Empress Purple Tomato, a bioengineered tomato “packed with antioxidants,” thinks the time is right for GMOs... Read More
In recognition of Hunger Action Month, Albertsons Companies Foundation awards grants to five community organizations; customers are invited to join the fight against hunger... Read More
As SNAP households possibly stretch tighter budgets this fall, positioning produce as both affordable and exciting could help retailers maintain — and even grow — connections with these important consumers... Read More
The company says its partnership with Instacart’s FoodStorm platform strengthens its made-to-order offerings and streamlines omnichannel ordering across its grocery banners... Read More
The company has introduced the on-the-go product to provide consumers with healthier snacking options... Read More
Football season is here, and it’s always been a good theme to help promote fresh produce, says columnist Armand Lobato... Read More
The Packer asked these groups what sustainability means to them as part of its Sustainability Insights 2025 report, and while the results seem similar, the underlying motivation is different... Read More
