Check out the latest issue of PMG magazine for insight on merchandising, counterseasonal produce, lessons from 2020, highlights from the Produce Artist Award Series and more.
See this link for the beautiful design of the publication, and visit the below links for more great content that builds on the information provided in the magazine. Plus, scroll further down for merchandising resources for your teams.
Click here to read the digital edition of the Jan-February issue of the PMG magazine.
Curtain Call: Creating Theater in the Produce Department — Although the pandemic has changed the script a bit in how customers might shop and interact with you or your store staff, having something cool for them to look at, learn from and smile about just might make their day!
Just say when (and where) — The numbers on imported berries — Check out these statistics from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service about the role the country plays in keeping berries available in U.S. stores year-round.
Merchandising Master Class with Andrew Lucero — Fresh Thyme Market produce specialist Andrew Lucero, who was recognized last fall for the stellar work he submitted for PMG’s Produce Artist Award Series, has been in the business nearly 15 years.
Merchandising Resources
Apple merchandising inspiration from the Produce Artist Award Series — Sometimes it’s easier to show than to tell. That’s the idea behind our new Merchandising Inspiration Series, which features display photos submitted for our Produce Artist Award Series by produce managers, merchandisers and specialists around the country.
30 Ways to Merchandise Potatoes — Looking for ideas to liven up your potato category? Here's a collection of photos submitted for our Produce Artist Award Series that may provide some inspiration.
Papaya fun facts for merchandising and marketing — HLB Specialties shared the following tidbits about papayas. From countries of origin to the growing process to modes of transportation, there’s plenty to learn about the journey of the papaya from seed to shelf.
Learn from the best — Brian Dey, senior merchandiser and natural stores coordinator for Four Seasons Produce, is passionate about the presentation of produce and about sharing his vast knowledge of the business. Check out all his columns at this link, and share them with your teams, too!