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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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Representatives of the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas and the Border Trade Alliance say ending the tomato suspension agreement could also lead to increased tension in U.S.-Mexico trade.
The Florida Tomato Exchange says U.S. growers view the decision as a long-awaited step toward fairer trade.
Green City Growers transforms rooftops, schools and public spaces into thriving urban farms, combining hands-on maintenance with agricultural expertise to make city farming sustainable and accessible.
Retailers can leverage peak demand for avocados, limes, tomatoes and peppers with creative promotions, festive displays and cross-merchandising strategies.
Great Place to Work and Fortune’s annual ranking includes industry leaders like Wegmans, The Wonderful Company, Publix, Target and Walmart, recognizing their commitment to employee satisfaction and workplace excellence.
Rina Perrault, vice president of strategy and sustainability for Sun World International, is leading the charge to ensure its premium fruit offerings align with environmental responsibility and long-term industry growth.
Urban farms like Growing Gardens and The Side Yard Farm play an important role in providing fresh, local food to Portland’s food insecure, but climate change, funding freezes and shifting policies are making it harder for them to sustain their mission.
Plus many events to captivate fresh produce attendees such as a pickleball tournament, educational sessions and receptions.
The challenge highlights the impact of fresh fruits and vegetables as healthier food choices.
The former NASA mission specialist and engineer will share his journey from working in agricultural fields to launching into space at the produce expo in April.