The Cincinnati-based grocer says it’s offering a holiday meal at less than $5 per person — making celebrations even more affordable than last year... Read More
- Nov 15, 2023
- Produce Retail
Watch as the recipients of this year’s awards for Produce Retailer of the Year and Produce Marketer of the Year are honored at the recent International Fresh Produce Association's Global Produce and Floral Show... Read More
- Nov 14, 2023
- Global Produce and Floral Show , Awards
Canadian Produce Marketing Association President Ron Lemaire says the new Loblaw program can be a "catalyst" to the success of small fresh fruit and vegetable businesses. .. Read More
- Nov 14, 2023
- Local Food , Produce Retail
The featured guest on this "Tip of the Iceberg" podcast episode is Rob Nickels, who handles category management, procurement and merchandising of fresh produce and floral for Giant Food... Read More
- Nov 14, 2023
- Podcast , Produce Podcasts , Produce Retail
Oppy’s marketing plan for Mexican avocados centers around the pillars of sustainability, high quality and reliability, says Rodrigo Lopez, category director of citrus and avocados... Read More
With all eyes on football, Naturipe is ready to support promotions that Avocados From Mexico is launching, says Andy Bruno, president of Naturipe Farms' avocado division... Read More
Columnist Armand Lobato shares a message of thanks, reflecting on the demanding work to prepare for pre-Thanksgiving shopping — sharing a burden and bond with co-workers... Read More
- Nov 13, 2023
- PMG Industry Perspective , Produce Retail
When snow blankets much of the country’s farmland and temperatures drop to single digits, growers in California’s desert regions shift into high gear with their winter vegetable crops... Read More
- Nov 10, 2023
- California
“While the season got off to a late start, the overall quality and flavor of our fruit has been nothing short of excellent," said Bee Sweet Citrus sales representative Jason Sadoian... Read More
- Nov 10, 2023
- Citrus , California
The Kroger Co. has found a recipe for animated holiday success with its recently released film campaign that encourages consumers to “Bring a new recipe to the table.”.. Read More
- Nov 10, 2023
- Produce Retail
Avocados From Mexico can see wonderful accomplishments in the rearview mirror, but President and CEO Alvaro Luque believes the future will be even more spectacular... Read More
Wenatchee, Wash.-based CMI Orchards says its ready to keep up traditions and let its dedication to the American Dream shine this Veterans Day... Read More
- Nov 09, 2023
- Apples , Social Responsibility
Chef Kelly Wangard is on a mission to increase fresh produce consumption and promote healthy eating habits, while changing lives in the process... Read More
- Nov 09, 2023
- Foodservice , Social Responsibility
The Upside partnership is expected to open new opportunities for profit generation for AWG members and further expand the Washington, D.C.-based company's rapidly growing network of 100,000 retailers nationwide... Read More
- Nov 09, 2023
- Produce Retail
Vallarta Supermarkets’ newest store location in Carson, Calif., is taking an innovative and customizable approach to value-added fresh fruit with the introduction of La Fruteria, a fresh fruit bowl destination. .. Read More
- Nov 08, 2023
- Foodservice , Tropical Fruit
Inflation, the sky-high cost of goods and the ever-changing retail landscape in America has triggered a seismic shift in the way consumers shop for produce — presenting both new opportunities and new challenges. .. Read More
- Nov 08, 2023
- Produce Retail
Ahold Delhaize USA has entered into an agreement to sell its FreshDirect business to ultrafast grocery delivery provider Getir, a move the company says will allow it to focus investments on its omnichannel businesses... Read More
- Nov 08, 2023
- Produce Retail
“I did not expect this path for my life,” said Evan Ehlers, founder of Sharing Excess on this “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast episode... Read More
- Nov 07, 2023
- Podcast , Produce Podcasts , Sustainability
Reed will report to CEO and Chairman Pete Van Helden and will be responsible for the financial accountability of the company... Read More
- Nov 07, 2023
- People , Produce Retail
Modest food and beverage volume growth is expected next year after three consecutive years of volume declines, according to a new report from retail data firm Circana... Read More
- Nov 07, 2023
- Produce Retail
KeHE Distributors, a distributor of natural, organic, specialty and fresh products, says it has “learned to navigate” the ever-evolving distribution landscape through a focus on pick rates, fill rates and flexibility... Read More
- Nov 06, 2023
- Produce Retail
The “Remember, They’re Wonderful” campaign's TV spots put an emphasis on the word "Wonderful" on the bag — and what consumers should expect inside... Read More
- Nov 06, 2023
- Produce Retail , Nuts , Dates & Dried Fruit
The USDA has imposed sanctions on two produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay reparation awards issued under PACA... Read More
- Nov 06, 2023
- Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act