The new coronavirus COVID-19 hasn’t changed one reality: Publix has an iron grip on Florida grocery sales. 

COVID-19 has had a profound effect on the economy of Florida, nearly stopping tourism and related industry in its tracks since mid-March.

Hurricanes this year have not caused any major disruptions to Florida crops and actually provided some needed rain, said Mindy Lee, bureau chief at Tallahassee-based Fresh From Florida.

Recent Shelby Market data has revealed the top retailers by market share in each region of the United States.

Jones Potato Farm is starting a new small-pack operation in Parrish this year, said Alan Jones, president.

Stu Monaghan, whose 30 years in the produce industry was focused on sales and management roles in the southeast, died Feb. 26. He was 52.

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — What is flavor?

Edison and Ford Winter Estates is hosting an invitation-only celebration to mark the re-establishment of the historic Ford fruit grove in Fort Myers, Fla.

Commercial citrus growers will soon see a new seedless mandarin variety called Marathon, earning its name for an enduring ability to hang onto the tree for a long time — a trait farmers seek.

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — Shannon Allen never imagined she’d start the country’s first 100% certified organic fast food restaurant with a drive-thru.