Grapefruit was purchased by 25% of Fresh Trends 2016 respondents, making it the No. 19 most popular fruit on the list. The eldest age group, those 59 and over, were the least likely to purchase grapefruit, according to the survey.
With Texas-grown grapefruit in season starting in October, peak weeks for grapefruit promotions hit in early December through January, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Retail Report.
Grapefruit works well promoted as a healthy start to the day, according to The Packer's Produce Market Guide. For more sales and merchandising strategies, visit the Grapefruit page at ProduceMarketGuide.com.
Want more? Click to view a gallery of merchandising photos from the Produce Retailer Flickr page.
