EmpowerFresh executives featured its cloud-based software for managing fresh produce department operations at the March 25-26 Associated Wholesale Grocers' seventh annual Innovation Showcase.
While production of mushrooms in the U.S. was slightly down in 2017-18, sales hit an all-time high, at $1.23 billion, buoyed by per-pound increases for fresh and processed, agaricus and specialty mushrooms.
Red delicious, once the shining example of how an apple should look, most likely will lose its No. 1 spot as the most-produced U.S. apple, to the gala variety.
Supervalu engaged in prolonged negotiations with United Natural Foods Inc. and another grocery wholesaler before agreeing in late July to an acquisition by UNFI.
Packaging gives the opportunity to tell a brand story, to cement branding with consumers, to create a visual connection between the product and product qualities and the package.
Read how fresh fruit and vegetable companies are reaching out to younger consumers and their parents with promotions, campaigns, packaging, displays and more.
Prices for limes have risen noticeably in the last month, and suppliers listed seasonal factors, weather and the ongoing lemon shortage as pieces of the puzzle.
While overall production of mushrooms in the U.S. was slightly down in the 2017-18 season, sales hit an all-time high for the crop, at $1.23 billion, buoyed by per-pound increases across the board.
While overall production of mushrooms in the U.S. was slightly down in the 2017-18 season, sales hit an all-time high for the crop, at $1.23 billion, buoyed by per-pound increases across the board.
Retailers and distributors who have supported kids-oriented programs like Produce for Kids and PMA’s Eat Brighter! initiative say the programs can help lift sales while encouraging kids to eat healthy.
Misionero Vegetables, Gonzales, Calif., is packing it Earth Greens organic line into packaging that uses less plastic and features a peel and reseal lid.
Retail editor Ashley Nickle and The Packer's copy editor and designer Amelia Freidline discuss purchase statistics related to plums and why millennials report buying them less.
A group of Florida high school students are using tomatoes grown by Lipman Family Farms to make products that highlight Immokalee’s agricultural offerings.
The Blend — mixing chopped mushrooms and ground meat — has established a foothold in foodservice outlets. Now, marketers say, it is helping make their jobs easier in retail produce departments.
Raley’s has created a new position, nutrition strategist & brand influencer, to support the retailer’s move to evolve its brand and stores “to change the way customers eat, one plate at a time.”
Organics Unlimited is celebrating its 13th annual Giving Resources and Opportunities to Workers (GROW) Month in September with a focus on social responsibility programs.
Led by Walmart, the Mexican retail grocery market continues to expand, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service.
FirstFruits Marketing of Washington has wrapped up the eighth year of its annual Take a Bite Out of Hunger program, partnering with retailers to donate 219,640 pounds of apples to local food banks.
Editor Tom Karst and retail editor Ashley Nickle discuss two big topics this week — the continuing lemon shortage and supply issues for iceberg lettuce.
Interest in romaine increased in mid-August as iceberg prices rose due to supply issues — an about-face from the situation earlier this year when romaine demand dropped following an E. coli outbreak.
With the U.S. Department of Agriculture proclaiming September as National Mushroom Month, the Mushroom Council is promoting bowls as a meal option from breakfast to dinner.
With the U.S. Department of Agriculture proclaiming September as National Mushroom Month, the Mushroom Council is promoting bowls as a meal option from breakfast to dinner.
Divine Flavor is a strong believer in taking care of its people and the environment. Check out this infographic to learn how Divine Flavor is promoting social responsibility and sustainability among the food industry.
As pressure mounts for parents to provide their families with healthful eating options, suppliers are getting innovative to persuade kids to prompt their moms and dads to purchase more produce.
Who buys mangoes? Retail editor Ashley Nickle and designer and copy editor Amelia Freidline dig into The Packer's Fresh Trends consumer data to bring you the details.
A good produce marketing program not only increases sales for growers, shippers and retailers, it also helps promote a healthy lifestyle for consumers.