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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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As vice president, associate general counsel and compliance officer, Kristen Porter will oversee food safety, licensing, compliance structure and governance.
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Better Earth, which also received B Corp certification, says the Farmer’s Fiber Collection is made from a blend of rapidly renewable perennial grasses.
The annual Fan Favorites survey reveals 13 Aldi items spotlighted in shopper voting nationwide.
The Cam Series imaging system features multiple camera angles paired with rotating produce to capture comprehensive, 360-degree views of each item as it moves through the inspection process, the company says.
The new private label features 100% recycled PET bottles.