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GS1 US foodservice work groups seeking volunteers
GS1 US foodservice work groups seeking volunteers

Lawrenceville, N.J.-based GS1 US is inviting foodservice leaders to participate in reorganized Foodservice GS1 US Standards Initiative work groups.

Crush some 'Cados,' invites Chipotle, Avocados from Mexico
Crush some 'Cados,' invites Chipotle, Avocados from Mexico

Chipotle Mexican Grill is partnering up with Avocados From Mexico to bring customers an online gaming experience that rewards the user with free chips and guacamole.

CORRECTED: Tune into Generation Z's growing appetites
CORRECTED: Tune into Generation Z's growing appetites

It's difficult to attend a seminar on marketing or hear the latest trends without talking about the coveted millennial generation, adults age 24-39.

Chipotle tries to rise again
Chipotle tries to rise again

It might be an understatement to say 2016 was a tough year for a lot of people, and Denver-based Chipotle Mexican Grill was no exception.

Foodservice doesn't rule the roost for most fresh produce
Foodservice doesn't rule the roost for most fresh produce

You can find frozen custard, burgers and cheese curds at Culver's restaurant. You won't find any fresh fruit.

Potato foodservice sales take the lead
Potato foodservice sales take the lead

SAN FRANCISCO - Recent trends have seen foodservice potato sales growing faster than retail sales, and one market analyst believes that pattern will continue in 2017.

'Ugly' is in at foodservice
'Ugly' is in at foodservice

The "ugly" produce trend that has been gaining momentum at retail is also in evidence among foodservice operators.

Foodservice continues upward trend, companies say
Foodservice continues upward trend, companies say

Foodservice accounts for a large part of the business for many produce grower-shippers and seems to be inching upward as consumers ramp up their efforts to eat healthfully.

Viva Fresh Expo announces new board for retail, foodservice
Viva Fresh Expo announces new board for retail, foodservice

The Mission-based Texas International Produce Association has announced a new advisory board of 13 retail and foodservice contacts, to assist in planning the Viva Fresh Expo in 2017 and beyond.

Foodservice offers potential for cranberry sales, marketers say
Foodservice offers potential for cranberry sales, marketers say

The cranberry industry is looking to foodservice as a path to sales growth, marketers say.

Foodservice sales remain strong, said Diana Earwood, vice president of Sutherland’s Foodservice Inc. and general manager of Destiny Organics LLC, Forest Park.
Restaurant demand fuels bustling foodservice sales

In Atlanta, the foodservice business is thriving.

Markon member chef has answer for produce's dilemma
Markon member chef has answer for produce's dilemma

SALINAS, Calif. - On their way to research and development sessions with California shippers 4Earth Farms, Church Brothers Farms and Taylor Farms, Markon Chef Summit attendees took some inspiration from Gerry Ludw

Seminis seed development eyes supply chain
Seminis seed development eyes supply chain

MONTEREY, Calif. - Seed companies naturally focus their attention on growers, but it's important to hear from the rest of the supply chain, Candace Wilson, strategic account director for Seminis, said at th

Sun World targets grapes, stone fruit for foodservice
Sun World targets grapes, stone fruit for foodservice

Sun World Innovations breeders hope to repeat some of their success with grapes as they develop stone fruit varieties.

US Foods launches sustainable foods line
US Foods launches sustainable foods line

Foodservice distributor US Foods Inc. has introduced a line of sustainable food products.

Sliced apples help some cut path into foodservice
Sliced apples help some cut path into foodservice

"McDonald's recently sold its 2 billionth package of sliced apples."

Paul Armata, vice president of New York-based E. Armata Inc., shows some romaine lettuce. Armata and other wholesalers report sales to foodservice purveyors in the New York metropolitan area as strong.
Foodservice business thriving in the City that Never Sleeps

The foodservice business remains healthy and competitive for distributors serving the establishments in the Tri-State regions.

Texas Green Squash Cassoulet wins chef's contest
Texas Green Squash Cassoulet wins chef's contest

Squash helped a chef win the Farm to Table Chef's Taste Challenge second annual competition at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans.

Markon: Is variety specialization a key to produce on menus?
Markon: Is variety specialization a key to produce on menus?

MONTEREY, Calif. - Like retail, foodservice can connect with consumers through some degree of exclusivity in fresh produce offerings, whether by varieties, suppliers or seasonality.

Pay attention: Technology is changing the produce game
Pay attention: Technology is changing the produce game

The race to innovate is at full throttle, whether you're a grower-shipper or a foodservice operator. In the blink of an eye, the produce game is changing and there's no turning back.

Organic suppliers look to make gains in foodservice
Organic suppliers look to make gains in foodservice

For organics, foodservice remains a sleeping giant.

Ready Pac launches line of salads for Domino's
Ready Pac launches line of salads for Domino's

Domino's Pizza is rolling out a line of salads created for the company by Ready Pac Foods.

Foodservice business is booming
Foodservice business is booming

Avocado sales to the foodservice segment just keep growing.

Sakata Seed America hosts retail, foodservice customers
Sakata Seed America hosts retail, foodservice customers

Sakata Seed America is inviting retailers and foodservice operators to its annual field trials.

Learn to tame Big Data, not fear it
Learn to tame Big Data, not fear it

MONTEREY, Calif. - Some of us hear Big Data, and we're filled with conflicting emotions: fear, confusion, optimism, disgust.

Thai Fried Chicken Salad is on the menu at Old Ebbit Grill, the Washington, D.C., restaurant getting the highest ranking in Restaurant Business magazine’s 2015 list of the top 100 independent restaurants in the U.S.
D.C. area boasts vibrant foodservice scene

The restaurant industry in the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area is booming.