Recognized as a Top Retail Expert for 2026, Marc Oshima shares how differentiation, trust and smarter retail alignment can help produce departments drive relevance and consumption.

The removal of categorical exclusions sets a dangerous precedent that will force interstate shippers to navigate a maze of new fees and safety hurdles.

Mariana Solorio, director of food safety and quality assurance for Bonipak Produce, will support the adaptation of GlobalG.A.P. standards in the U.S.

At Fruit Logistica 2026, fruit breeding companies brought next-level innovation, including Bloom Fresh, which showcased its new Boombites Red Berry Grapes, the result of natural breeding that combines characteristics of the world’s best table grapes with traditional red-flesh winegrapes.

With the boxing legend declaring “processed food kills” and federal leaders pledging to redirect billions in nutrition dollars, the rollout delivered a forceful message in favor of fresh produce and whole proteins.

Consumer definitions of what sustainability means are wide-ranging and challenging, but companies today are trying to meet those demands while also looking forward to the future.