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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.

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With SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans set to end Nov. 1, a loss that could strip nearly $9 billion from the fresh produce industry, the states’ leaders respond to keep families fed.
The company says its new Orchestra software suite is purpose-built to transform warehouse fulfillment for retailers and grocers.
As USDA confirms no SNAP benefits will be issued on Nov. 1, DoorDash is stepping in to deliver 1 million free meals and waive delivery fees for hundreds of thousands of SNAP customers nationwide at Sprouts, Dollar General, Schnucks, Ahold Delhaize brands, Hy-Vee and Wegmans.
A new Algolia survey shows 73% of U.S. consumers are stressed about grocery prices, prompting them to seek savings through store brands, loyalty programs and AI powered tools, while still prioritizing fresh produce, meat and dairy.
Federal and state leaders say the government shutdown’s halt of SNAP funding in November — the first time in history the program has been suspended during a shutdown — could leave 42 million Americans without food assistance, drawing urgent responses from food banks and grocery retailers bracing for economic fallout.
Salad companies are driving category growth through innovations in flavor, packaging and freshness that align with consumers’ demand for convenience, health and sustainability.
The extended partnership supplies stores throughout the region with family-size salad kits from Local Bounti’s facility in Pasco, Wash.
The company says Krisalix accelerates the discovery of bioactive molecules, offering innovative solutions that enhance sustainability, meet regulatory standards and support modern farming practices.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture recently showcased how the AGRI Farm to School Grant program helps bring fresh, Minnesota-grown foods to students while supporting local farmers.
Customers will be able to make purchases directly through ChatGPT, advancing a broader strategy to use artificial intelligence for more personalized, predictive and seamless retail interactions.