The grocery food index rose 1.6% over the last 12 months, according to a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Dec 11, 2024
- Inflation , Produce - General
The grocery food index rose 1.6% over the last 12 months, according to a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The survey of more than 1,100 consumers found that 44% of respondents consciously avoid buying produce in plastic packaging.
Exports are forecast to rise 17% compared with the previous year, according to a USDA report.
The event, hosted by The Packer, is set to draw retailers, grower-shippers, wholesalers, importers, exporters and other decision-makers from across the fresh produce industry.
Initially available to retailers across the U.S. and Canada, Kapi-branded organic bananas will soon be shipped to Europe.