A panel that included a retailer, distributor, marketer and grower shared insights on where the indoor ag market is headed and ways to support its growth at the West Coast Produce Expo in Palm Desert, Calif.
Following the Sustainable Produce Summit and a day in the desert learning and recreating, the 2023 West Coast Produce Expo ended on a high note, delivering an inspirational keynote and a bustling trade show.
From one-on-one conversations to a host of activities to educational programming and a lively expo floor, the 2023 West Coast Produce Expo at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa had something for everyone.
PALM DESERT, Calif. — Tamara Muruetagoiena looked across the crowd gathering in the ballroom of the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa. There was much to learn at the two shows hosted by The Packer and PMG.
Scores of produce industry professionals soaked up the sun, fun, educational and networking opportunities at the 2023 West Coast Produce Expo, May 19-20, at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa.
This year’s West Coast Produce Expo features a keynote presentation from NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Steve Young, educational sessions, networking opportunities, farm tours and a multitude of worthwhile diversions.
The California-based grower-shipper will be showcasing new varieties Autumn King, Great Green, Scarlet Royal, Allison, Sweet Globe, Flame, Ivory, Autumn Royal and Kriss grapes at the West Coast Produce Expo on May 20.
PALM DESERT, Calif. — Mariani Nut Co., Winters, Calif., known for its California almonds, is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the company. To make it that long, the company hasn’t stood still. Here's what's new.
Learn what these retailers at West Coast Produce Expo have to say about inflation’s effect on purchase behavior and retailer solutions and keeping produce shelves stocked with supply chain issues.
PALM DESERT, Calif. — The latest packaging designs on the products of North Shore Living Herbs and Greens, Thermal, Calif., have all sorts of useful information.
The first half of this panel discussion focuses on what four diverse retailers think about online shopping, convenience, local v. organic and top trends. Part II will include challenges, solutions and more.
PALM DESERT, Calif. — There is no telling the future, but a group of industry panelists at The Packer’s West Coast Produce Expo considered ways of managing risk in the fresh produce business.
The two-day event kicked off with attendees and exhibitors taking to the golf course and pickleball courts at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa in Palm Desert, Calif.
The 2022 West Coast Produce Expo, June 3-4, is expected to draw 400 top buyers, along with the industry’s leading growers and allied companies at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa in Palm Desert, Calif.
Fresno, Calif.-based Trinity Fruit Co. is campaigning for “Peach, Love and Happiness” this stone fruit season, and it has a retail display available to go with its peaches, apricots, nectarines and plums.
The Packer's editors cover key topics of the week, from cherry season expectations to the West Coast Produce Expo to foodservice trends to the pallet shortage, in this episode of Packer Insight.
Catch up on what you missed at The Packer's West Coast Produce Expo. Here's the full video of Post-Election 2020 - Discussion of Political and Legislative Issues.
Catch up on what you missed at The Packer's West Coast Produce Expo. Here's the full video of Lessons from Retail - Continuing to Create Excitement in Stores.
Catch up on what you missed at The Packer's West Coast Produce Expo. Here's the full video of Lessons from Retail - Opening stores and growing e-commerce in 2020.
Catch up on what you missed at The Packer's West Coast Produce Expo. Here's the full video of Lessons from Retail - Shifting Shopper Behaviors Present and Future.
Catch up on what you missed at The Packer's West Coast Produce Expo. Here's the full video of Lessons from Retail - Walmart's Regenerative Approach and What It Means for Suppliers.
Catch up on what you missed at The Packer's West Coast Produce Expo. Here's the full video of Lessons from Retail - Community, Events and Fresh Produce.
Catch up on what you missed at The Packer's West Coast Produce Expo. Here's the full video of the keynote panel Adapting Your Business Plan and Goals for 2021 and Beyond.
Catch up on what you missed at The Packer's West Coast Produce Expo. Here's the full video of the keynote panel Fresh Produce Marketing in the Time of COVID.
Episode 23 of Tip of the Iceberg podcast features a panel discussion between Dave Puglia of Western Growers, Robert Guenther of United Fresh and Lance Jungmeyer of FPAA, moderated by The Packer's Tom Karst.
The National Watermelon Promotion Board, or watermelon.org, offers a fun video and informative retail kit at its booth at the Nov. 9-13 West Coast Produce Expo.
The Packer's editors discuss key topics of the week, including federal policy and leadership changes affecting produce; retailer insight at West Coast Produce Expo; and Avocados From Mexico's new Super Bowl strategy.
At the threshold of a new administration led by President-elect Joe Biden, industry lobbyists speaking at The Packer’s West Coast Produce Expo on Nov. 12 gave their best hopes for a Democrat-led White House.
Jeff Cady shared his takeaways on how 2020 has developed him as a leader, which characteristics are essential for different produce roles, and opportunities he’s taken to continue his development and that of his team.
Featuring all seedless grapes, Bakersfield, Calif.-based Vanguard Direct is entering is fourth season growing and sourcing Peruvian grapes for sale in North America, according to Gene Coughlin, vice president of sales.