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Jill Dutton

Jill Dutton, associate editor of The Packer, specializes in retail produce news, market trends and urban farming initiatives. With expertise in the rapidly evolving e-grocery landscape, she provides analysis on how digital platforms are reshaping food distribution. Jill is a prominent voice on sustainability and consumer trends, offering actionable insights that help businesses navigate shifting market demands. Her work explores the full produce journey — from farm to retail — featuring grower profiles, supply chain insights and emerging production models that shape American food systems.

Latest Stories
Food Lion is remodeling 153 Charlotte, N.C.-area stores, expanding its focus on locally sourced, sustainable fresh produce through its Local Goodness program and stronger partnerships with regional farmers.
As U.S. demand for avocados continues to climb, leading suppliers from Mexico are responding with expanded marketing and strategies to ensure consistent supply and quality year-round.
In collaboration with Healthy Family Project, the campaign highlights “better-for-you brands” and the power of community support.
During the government shutdown, For Farmers Movement founder Dana DiPrima says the suspension of SNAP benefits is rippling through rural communities, hurting small and mid-sized farmers already struggling to stay afloat.
With 320 million pounds of food estimated to be wasted this Thanksgiving, ReFED shares tips to help consumers plan smarter, store better and cut waste during the season of gratitude.
New research shows retailers deploying shelf intelligence with a hybrid data capture strategy are 136% more likely to maintain profitability leadership than those relying on a single approach.
Researchers at the Tata-Cornell Institute for Agriculture and Nutrition highlight how data, packaging innovation and a focus on quality are key to reducing loss and waste throughout global food systems.
From citrus and strawberries to avocados and specialty vegetables, Florida’s fall produce season showcases resilience and innovation as growers meet consumer demands.
The Packer sat down with three executives from the retailer to discuss its “Right by You” Affordability Promise and how it puts savings and community first to help shoppers facing economic uncertainty.
According to ReFED, 320 million pounds of Thanksgiving food, which includes 75 million pounds of produce, is headed for the trash bin.