As growing numbers of Americans turn to short-term installment loans to offset persistent grocery inflation, forecasting strategist Marieke van der Poel explains how splitting food bills into micro-payments is altering consumer psychology, store inventory and the definition of everyday affordability.

Plan your experience with the full schedule of keynotes, breakout sessions, expo hours, and networking events shaping the future of the global produce and floral industries.

From a major Wednesday-to-Friday schedule shift to new supply chain tours and breeder showcases, IFPA outlines how its 2026 Global Produce & Floral Show is evolving to help attendees maximize weekday business.

Fresh produce industry leaders gather to showcase breakthrough sustainability initiatives and the biggest developments transforming the global supply chain.

Gov. Gavin Newsom has made a proclamation to expedite preparations for snow and flooding ahead of a potentially damaging and dangerous El Niño this winter.

Even if a manger insists the produce team “knows what to do,” operation standards essentially don’t exist if they aren’t defined in writing — and not doing that can lead to breakdowns later on, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Mike Forbes draws on leadership at Alter Eco, Procter & Gamble and California Olive Ranch to harness TikTok influencers, clean eating and global culinary partnerships.

Thompson brings over 20 years of food and produce industry experience to his new Dallas-based role.