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The Kroger Co. has launched a “zero-compromise” holiday shopping guide, which it says can feed 10 people for as little as $5 per person.

Travel with us as we take the journey of the apple from the orchard to the packing house to the storage facility and then to the restaurant and supermarket.

Local Leaf Farms plans to reduce food miles and logistics headaches by opening as many as 20 small-footprint facilities across Canada by 2025.

Produce buyers have shared qualities, traits and communication skills that they look for in partnerships with suppliers.

We better pay attention to Gen Z if we want our companies to survive and thrive — and the general public to eat more fresh produce.

This episode of the "Tip of the Iceberg" podcast will deepen your knowledge of what controlled environment agriculture companies can be like and what you're seeing at major retailers more and more.

This is a five-year offtake agreement for Local Bounti's leafy greens production.

Envy apples says it will kick off the 2022 holiday season with momentum, thanks to a marketing campaign designed to drive consumer trials, stimulate repeat purchases and inspire expanded usage occasions. 

NEW YORK — The eyebrow-raising success of fresh-cut fruit stood out when dozens of investors and SpartanNash executives discussed the health of the company, its strategies and plans.

NEW YORK — The eyebrow-raising success of fresh-cut fruit stood out when dozens of investors and SpartanNash executives discussed the health of the company, its strategies and plans.

The crystal ball of historical data shows what could happen with organic and conventional produce prices, says Mike Mauti of Execulytics.

Shoppers need to know how to compare pepper spiciness. Use (even print out?!) this graph to help.

Co-founded by Chef Dan Barber, Row 7 Seed Co., based in Newburgh, N.Y., has launched a line of branded vegetables available in select Whole Foods Market locations in the Greater Boston area.

Amy Sowder, Produce Market Guide editor and The Packer's retail and education editor, presents PMG's 2022 Produce Retailer of the Year award to Chris Miller, produce director for MOM's Organic Market.

Market research company Numerator says the Kroger and Albertsons merger will eventually mean Kroger will be reaching 2 in 3 shoppers in the U.S.

Five grand prize winners for both 2021 and 2022 were announced, and those winners, not previously notified, were told to go on stage at IFPA's Global Show Oct. 27, for even more recognition.

Grocery inflation is hot now, but USDA economists are predicting a big chill in 2023.

For many years, retail organic sales seemed to increase at a minimum of 10% every year. Times change and the winds of inflation and worries about the economy are slowing the momentum toward organics.

The Retail Produce Tour on Oct. 26, at the International Fresh Produce Association's Global Produce & Floral Show in Orlando, offered two buses and was sold out with a waiting list.

And with this company, the news expands from grocery retailers to public schools, cookbooks and a Middle Eastern research facility.

The latest retailer to join forces with Instacart, Midwest grocer Schnuck Markets launches Schnucks Now, a 30 minute e-commerce delivery service.

The Bee Sweet Citrus team plans to showcase its modernized label and new point-of-sale material at IFPA’s inaugural Global Produce and Floral Show.

There were insights aplenty in The Mushroom Council’s webinar, “Getting to Know Mushroom Consumers,” featuring consumer research and analysis from Jonna Parker of IRI and Anne-Marie Roerink of 210 Analytics.

The National Mango Board recognizes retailers who go above and beyond to support the mango industry.

Four Seasons Produce merchandising specialist Brian Dey shares tips on how to merchandise this powerful piece of produce for maximum effect.

Take some inspiration from the winners of PMG’s 2022 Summer Contest of the Produce Artist Award Series. Produce professionals can use these ideas year round, in any climate.

Focal Systems will help Piggly Wiggly Midwest digitize entire stores to automate and optimize ordering, inventory management, merchandising and in-store labor — which could improve the freshness of produce.

Response has been powerful yet mixed from independent grocers, following the news on Oct. 14 that two of the nation's largest grocery chains have entered a definitive agreement to merge. 

As two of the nation's largest supermarket chains announce plans to merge, what is the potential impact to the fresh produce industry?

The government’s latest inflation report shows higher food prices continue to hound consumers, with grocery food prices in September up 13% compared with a year ago.

Retailers may need to be more flexible this fall season on the size, region and variety of potatoes they’re willing to accept from suppliers.

The “flattening of the curve” in price inflation is a welcome change following the consistent, significant, year-over-year price increases the U.S. has experienced every month from January to July 2022, IRI says.

Potato prices are high, but there are still opportunities for retail and foodservice promotions, according to industry leaders.

Stemilt’s Lil Snappers line of small apples and pears offers parents a convenient, healthy fruit option for their kids, says the Wenatchee, Wash.-based company.

The grocery retailer invites private brand suppliers across categories — including fresh produce — to apply.

The Packer recently connected with retailers planning to attend the much-anticipated IFPA show to learn what they hope to gain from the Orlando event.

Retail giant looks to double down on automated e-grocery solutions with purchase of Alert Innovations.

The Kroger Co. and Home Chef, a subsidiary of the Cincinnati-based grocer, have collaborated with television host Rachael Ray to bring a new line of meal kits to Kroger stores and banners. 

International Fresh Produce Association has announced five winners of the IFPA Retail Merchant Innovation Awards Program.

Retailers around the country gear up for festive and bountiful holiday produce displays.

As Floridians across the peninsula grapple with their losses and look toward meeting their immediate necessities, supermarket companies nationwide are sending relief in the form of volunteers, food and other supplies.

In less than a year, Flashfood has added 200-plus stores, including Giant Food, Giant Eagle, Food Lion, Loblaw and Meijer.

Sorting through our tech advancements reminds me how far we've come: I remember my oldest brother holed up in his bedroom in the late '80s or early '90s, somehow “talking” to people worldwide through his computer.

A pandemic-era program that provided free breakfast and lunch to all schoolchildren expired this year. Republicans voted against efforts to include free school meals this week. Biden's plan reinstates the program.

As the Peruvian season ends, the Oxnard, Calif.-based company is ready to provide a strong supply of fresh avocados from Mexico, Chile and Colombia.

Retailers, produce managers, merchandisers and marketers can also use the board trend for apple season, in making promotional campaigns, in print at point of sale or online at the virtual store and on social.

The Hispanic grocery chain partners with Amazon to offer two-hour delivery in the Southwest U.S.

Retailer Hy-Vee commits to meal delivery and nutrition education for food insecure.

A number of suppliers are working to inform retailers and consumers about the difference they can make when buying fair trade bananas.

National Grocers Association pledges to improve access to grocery stores in rural areas and food deserts by working to increase the number of retailers authorized for SNAP online purchases.