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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Have a Plant will succeed Fruits & Veggies — More Matters as the new consumer marketing message from the Produce for Better Health Foundation to promote fruit and vegetable consumption.
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — While the polar vortex prevented some from making the trip to the Global Organic Produce Expo, those who were able to come were pleased with south Florida weather and the show.
SUN VALLEY, Idaho — University of Idaho researchers are working with Walmart to look at the reasons behind rejected or downgraded potato loads at the chain’s distribution centers.
Big California volume was contributing to low shipping point prices and strong promotion opportunities for California strawberries in mid-May.
With more than 20 years of experience in the North American supermarket industry, Mike Mauti has learned “Retail 101” firsthand.
With more than 20 years of experience in the North American supermarket industry, Mike Mauti has learned “Retail 101” firsthand.
If you compare a thousand households to mine, I would wager my wife and I don’t waste food at nearly the “average” rate. We are a one-percenter in that way.
Online grocery spending has grown 15% in the past year, and a recent move by Walmart points to even bigger growth to come.
Los Angeles-based Vision Produce Company is now offering a “ripe and ready” mango program following the protocol established by the National Mango Board.
There is no disputing that e-commerce sales of groceries are expanding, but one supply chain consultant says retailers face several challenges as click-and-collect and home delivery sales expand.