It's summertime in the PMG top 20

(Graphic by Amelia Freidline)

The PMG top 20 was stacked with summertime favorites in mid-June, with berries taking three of the top five spots. Blackberries came in at No. 1, with cucumbers at No. 2 and blueberries at No. 3. Lemons took No. 4, and strawberries completed the top 5.

The PMG platform connects produce buyers and sellers. Below, find the top 20 searched commodities on PMG June 17-23. PMG top 20 June 17-23

Okra joined the list at No. 6, while watermelon took No. 7. Beans appeared at No. 8, and specialty manzano bananas came back at No. 9. Cherries took the No. 10 spot.

Mangoes came in at No. 11, and peaches took No. 12. Specialty crenshaw melons made an appearance at No. 13, and beets were No. 14. Peas completed the top 15.

Haitian mangoes were No. 16, and oranges reappeared at No. 17. Dragon fruit took the No. 18 slot, and cabbage was No. 19. Lettuce completed the top 20. 

 

Latest News

Tops Friendly Markets acquires 5 stores from franchisee
Tops Friendly Markets acquires 5 stores from franchisee

The Williamsville, N.Y.-based grocer has acquired five store locations that had been owned and operated by Supermarket Management, Inc., one of the company’s longstanding franchise partners.

Seen and heard at CPMA 2024 — Part 3
Seen and heard at CPMA 2024 — Part 3

Exhibitors at the Canadian Produce Marketing Association Conference and Trade Show talked about upcoming seasons, renewed connections and new packaging during the event held April 23-25.

Idaho Potato Commission adds Northeast/Midwest retail promotion director
Idaho Potato Commission adds Northeast/Midwest retail promotion director

Matt Zapczynski brings experience as a produce buyer for a wholesale grocery distributor.

California Strawberry Commission hosts legislative event celebrating National Strawberry Month
California Strawberry Commission hosts legislative event celebrating National Strawberry Month

The California Strawberry Commission convened its annual legislative reception, fostering dialogue between growers and legislators.

Sunsweet Growers names new CEO
Sunsweet Growers names new CEO

Brad Schuler, a 25-year veteran of the global brand, to helm the global company and see the introduction of enterprise software with AI capabilities, new production assets and more.

Schnucks Markets recognized for workplace diversity
Schnucks Markets recognized for workplace diversity

Schnucks Markets named one of "America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2024" by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights.