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The Giant Co. releases third annual impact report
The Giant Co. releases third annual impact report

The Carlisle, Pa.-based grocer has released its third annual impact report, highlighting its 2023 corporate social responsibility initiatives centered around its purpose of connecting families for a better future.

The Packer Staff
Produce Crops
USDA: Another step up for Mexican avocado output
USDA: Another step up for Mexican avocado output

Mexico’s 2024 avocado production is forecast at 5% up over 2023, according to a new USDA annual report.

Tom Karst
Industry
Bee Sweet Citrus adds star ruby grapefruit to spring citrus line
Bee Sweet Citrus adds star ruby grapefruit to spring citrus line

As the spring season gains momentum in California’s Central Valley, the Fowler, Calif.-based company is highlighting star ruby grapefruit as a key variety in its seasonal citrus lineup.

The Packer Staff
Produce Crops
King Fresh Produce eyes start of California cherry deal
King Fresh Produce eyes start of California cherry deal

Peak volume of California cherries is expected on May 18 for the Dinuba, Calif.-based marketer.

Tom Karst
Sustainability
Seen and heard at Viva Fresh 2024 — Part 1
Seen and heard at Viva Fresh 2024 — Part 1

Sustainable packaging, produce programs and visiting with customers were among the highlights of Viva Fresh 2024.

Christina Herrick
Produce Crops
Spring season yielding strong harvest from Santa Maria region
Spring season yielding strong harvest from Santa Maria region

With the arrival of spring comes the onset of a plethora of nutritious fruits and vegetables from California’s bountiful Santa Maria Valley.

Tom Burfield
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Armand Lobato
Armand Lobato
Now is the time to address summer staffing needs

Most produce departments’ busiest period will begin around Memorial Day, and every business is looking for help amid a labor shortage. And if you have the people, there's more still to do, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Armand Lobato
Armand Lobato
There’s always a place for temporary project-fixers

When a store's produce operations turn into disaster, "savior" managers are needed to right the ship — but their methods and personalities aren't what some expect from a department leader, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Armand Lobato
Armand Lobato
Take five: Don’t miss the benefits of routine breaks

With all the work to do in a produce department, it can be tempting to skip breaks — but ensuring workers and managers keep to their scheduled stoppages is vital to any operation, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Aaron Fox
Aaron Fox
Navigating the complexities of sustainable packaging

Not only are product requirements and sustainability factoring into flexible packaging decisions, but potential regulations could play a significant role in the future, says guest columnist Aaron Fox of Fox Packaging.