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Jennifer Strailey

As editorial director for The Packer and Produce Market Guide, Jennifer Strailey provides the news and insights that growers, packers and shippers rely on to advance the fresh produce supply chain. Her leadership is rooted in an integrated understanding of food systems, bridging the gap between field-level production realities and evolving retail trends. Jennifer reports on global supply chain logistics and policy issues, including tariffs and trade. By analyzing the industry from farm to retail, she provides the foresight to navigate a volatile marketplace and stay ahead of the trends shaping the future of fresh food.

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While this year’s event featured a record number of participants, exhibitors say West Coast Produce Expo remains a gathering that fosters networking and meaningful conversation.
The Packer’s annual survey examines strong shopper sentiment for spending on local and specialty produce items — and whether their actions reflect that desire.
A video tribute honored The Packer’s 2025 Women in Produce, who are playing vital roles in the success of their own organizations as well as the future of the industry.
Gen Z and millennials not only more frequently reported buying organic produce than older generations, they are also more willing to pay a a higher price for it.
West Coast Produce Expo is a wrap and the bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables featured at the show is now reaching people in need across Palm Desert, Calif.
Rafael Teran Melchor of Stemilt Growers is described as someone who brings people together and leads with heart, qualities that exemplify the spirit of the award, presented at West Coast Produce Expo.
The Packer’s annual consumer survey takes a deep dive into commodities, exploring shopper habits, preferences and more to offer actionable insights that grow businesses.
The bill, passed by the House of Representatives on May 22, includes about $267 billion in spending cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program over a 10-year period.
The company says its plant-based postharvest treatments, including Flair S1, can help produce suppliers and shippers respond to market disruptions by improving quality, reducing shrink and unlocking new export opportunities.
This year’s event in Palm Desert, Calif., is set to be packed with networking, farm tours, activities, industry insights, BizMatch meetings, new products on the expo floor and much more.