Consalo Family Farms Ranked No. 7 Fastest-Growing Brand in Canada

The produce grower distinguished itself as the only fresh-food company on a list dominated by major packaged goods, signaling a significant shift in Canadian consumer preference toward high-quality, nonprocessed options.

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“Our team works every day to support our retail partners with reliable programs and high-quality product,” says Consalo Family Farms CEO Skip Consalo.
(Photo courtesy of Consalo Family Farms)

Consalo Family Farms of Vineland, N.J., has been ranked No. 7 on Numerator’s Fastest Growing Brands of 2025 list in Canada, according to the firm’s newly released “Brands to Watch in Canada in 2026” report.

Numerator, a consumer data and market intelligence company, compiles its annual rankings based on verified household purchase data. The Fastest Growing Brands list highlights those that achieved the strongest growth momentum over the past year, based on consumer purchase activity and expanding household reach.

Consalo Family Farms’ placement among the top 10 is particularly notable given the company’s position within the fresh produce category. This list is largely composed of nationally marketed CPG brands across categories such as yogurt, snacks, beverages and condiments, making Consalo the only fresh produce company recognized among them.

Honor Is Indicative of Change

For Consalo, the recognition signals more than just brand growth; it reflects a broader shift in consumer purchasing behavior.

“Being recognized among some of the fastest-growing brands in Canada is an exciting milestone for our team, particularly as a company rooted in fresh produce,” says Consalo Family Farms CEO Skip Consalo. “Unlike many of the brands on this list, we don’t produce shelf-stable packaged goods. We grow, source, pack and ship fresh fruit and produce. To see a produce company ranked alongside major CPG brands speaks to the growing consumer preference for fresh, high-quality food.”

The ranking highlights brands experiencing the strongest acceleration in consumer purchasing behavior, not simply those with the largest sales volumes. For retailers, this type of growth typically reflects increasing consumer demand, strong in-store performance and expanding brand reach across households, all indicators of a brand driving meaningful category momentum.

Making Moves at Retail

Consalo’s growth in the Canadian market has also been supported by expanding retail relationships and increased distribution across the country. Over the past year, the company says it has continued to earn additional business with leading retailers by delivering consistent quality, dependable supply and operational efficiency throughout the supply chain.

“Our team works every day to support our retail partners with reliable programs and high-quality product,” Consalo says. “When retailers see consistent execution and strong consumer response, it creates opportunities to grow together. We’re proud to see that momentum reflected in the data.”

As a fourth-generation, family-owned company with roots dating back to 1927, Consalo Family Farms is approaching a milestone as it prepares to celebrate 100 years of family farming in 2027.

For the company, this recognition reinforces a broader trend across the grocery industry.

“When fresh produce is supported by strong supply chain execution, retail collaboration and consistent quality, it can compete and grow alongside the biggest brands in the market,” Consalo says. “This ranking reflects the trust our retail partners place in us and the consumers who continue choosing fresh.”

Consalo Family Farms says it continues to work closely with retail partners across North America to support category growth through year-round supply programs, strategic merchandising initiatives and a commitment to operational excellence.

As consumer demand for fresh food continues to rise, the company sees a significant opportunity to further expand its presence in the Canadian market.

“We’re grateful to our retail partners and the consumers who continue choosing Consalo,” Consalo says. “And we are confident there is much more growth ahead.”

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