Armand Lobato

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Not every job requires using every tool on hand; however, having well-planned “toolkit” can keep productivity rolling, no matter the tasks that arise, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Customers have a unique perspective of the produce world. Before automatic misting systems, hand-watering vegetables sometimes sparked a few customer questions, even skepticism, says columnist Armand Lobato.
How well does your fresh produce inventory “flow? Being proactive while items are still of good quality can help avoid aged inventory and minimize shrink, says columnist Armand Lobato.
As a manager starting a new assignment, it’s tempting to start making changes to the produce department. But there is more to consider when taking over a well-run produce department, says columnist Armand Lobato.
“Grandpa, tell me ’bout the good old days … ”
Perfection is a tough reach, yet it’s a constant goal in the produce aisle, says columnist Armand Lobato, who shares why pursuing that standard still matters.
Good planning and helping hands from the produce department — and other store areas — are needed to prepare floral products in a tight time window ahead of the holiday, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Why carry specialty produce when they typically are not top sales items? Because they can still drive sales, columnist Armand Lobato says.
The new year brings a new opportunity to make produce departments attractive to health-conscious consumers, including those who have made a resolution to lose weight, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Columnist Armand Lobato shares book titles from his own shelf that offer inspiration and information — and not all of them are about fresh produce.