Kroger has entered into a definitive $1.65 billion agreement to acquire regional grocer Giant Eagle, expanding its retail footprint across five states with a transaction expected to close in 2027, subject to regulatory approvals.

The Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act promises to expand visa access and tackle unprecedented agricultural labor shortages.

Creekside Organics is kicking off its 2026 California grape season under the Fruit World brand, featuring premium, flavorful organic Thomcord and Kyoho varieties packaged in new, sustainable and durable cardboard punnets.

Following a successful three-year pilot of its Kind Almond Acres Initiative, Kind demonstrates regenerative agriculture can be a scalable business model while delivering measurable on-farm improvements.

The move will start a six-year review period as the U.S. pushes for stricter automotive content rules in negotiations with Mexico.

Meteorologists warn of a powerful late-2026 climate pattern that threatens to disrupt the fresh produce sector with severe market and operational volatility, which will force retailers to rely on predictive data and diversified sourcing networks to keep shelves stocked and stabilize costs.

The Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act aims to redefine temporary labor, providing a potential lifeline to specialty crop sectors teetering on a workforce tipping point.

The award, first presented by The Packer in 1964, recognizes an individual who has shown leadership and commitment to the advancement of the apple industry.