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Peru Plays Key Role in Filling the Vidalia Void
When Vidalia season ends in early September, growers of Peruvian sweet onions step in to keep store shelves stocked, creating consistency that helps to build consumer recognition and brand loyalty year-round.
September 09, 2026 05:21 AM
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How an Off-Season Sweet Onion Solution Fills the Gap at Retail
Peruvian sweet onions have cemented their status as the off-season gold standard for Vidalias, keeping category volume high through seamless merchandising, flexible display formats and strategic holiday cross-promotions.
August 31, 2026 05:46 PM
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Peruvian Sweet Onion Programs Hold Firm Amid Cost Pressures
Despite rising operational costs and potential acreage cuts in Peru, major U.S. importers report steady volume, high quality and refreshed marketing programs as the Peruvian sweet onion season kicks off to bridge the Vidalia gap.
August 28, 2026 04:29 PM
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The Promise and Pitfalls of Compostable Packaging
While compostable packaging offers promising circular sustainability for produce, widespread adoption remains constrained by higher costs and performance trade-offs.
August 20, 2026 10:22 AM
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Mandate to Lower Single-Use Plastics Raises Concerns
Several deadlines set by California’s SB 54 — the Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act — have come and gone, but some producers impacted by the controversial legislation still question its feasibility.
August 16, 2026 06:00 PM
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Boston Bound: NEPC 2026 to Showcase Latest Produce Innovations, Networking Opportunities
More than 180 exhibitors are preparing to showcase some of their newest and most popular produce offerings at the New England Produce Council Produce, Floral and Food Service Expo Aug. 17-18.
August 05, 2026 04:35 AM
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NEPC 2026 to Spotlight Networking and New Features
From an inaugural Women’s Program to its first-ever New Products Showcase, this year’s New England Produce Council Produce, Floral and Food Service Expo is poised to offer a host of new experiences, says Laura Sullivan, NEPC executive director.
August 04, 2026 06:55 AM
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Robust Harvest and Steady Sales Signal a Healthy Garlic Season
Ideal winter conditions and sustained year-over-year volume gains have nationwide grower-shippers primed for strong market performance.
July 31, 2026 08:13 AM
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Spice World Expands Garlic Lineup with New Fresh Diced Pouch Option
The Orlando-based supplier introduces 5-ounce resealable pouches of fresh diced garlic while capitalizing on surging demand among Gen Z and millennial organic buyers.
July 29, 2026 09:20 AM
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Lower Potato Volume Brings Market Relief to Pacific Northwest Shippers
With planted acres down across major growing regions, suppliers look ahead to stabilized pricing alongside major operational upgrades and steady consumer demand.
July 29, 2026 09:03 AM
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