In the 1940's, central markets represented the modern age of commerce. Terminal markets brought together food and people in a bustling hub of activity that represented progress.

Nearly 150 years ago, a railroad spike in Utah Territory linked the U.S. by rail from coast to coast. For the produce industry, railroads changed the name of the game.

Cooling brought year-round supplies and extended shelf life

Automation of communication, operations and data push produce into the new millennium

Filling supplies starts the fresh-cut produce industry

Adding convenience to containers keeps consumers happy .

Advances in growing and advocacy propel industry expansion

Produce members work together to solidify growing trade

Interest in workers’ rights and global farming mean that consumers are getting vocal about a lot of things these days. Thankfully, the product offered by the fresh fruit and vegetable industry is a solid winner. Consumers continue to clamor for fresh produce, and they’re becoming more conscientious about how it’s produced and where it comes from.

Most shoppers aren’t getting social with their supermarket

These fruits and veggies fit right in with “clean eating” movement