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“Organic has proven it can withstand short-term economic storms,” said OTA co-CEO Tom Chapman. “Despite the fluctuation of any given moment, Americans are still investing in their personal health ...”
Rio Rico, Ariz.-based Fresh Farms had such a good response to its grape category management program and Candy variety table grape promotion last season that the company plans to bring back an expanded version.
Naturipe Farms will offer conventional and organic options of strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries this spring and summer, says Ashley Finster.
Berries are rising to the occasion, according to a recent USDA Specialty Crop Retail Report.
New packaging rules adopted by the European Parliament raise serious trade and food safety concerns, says the Alliance for Sustainable Packaging for Foods.
Sunkist’s National Display Contest for its California Star Ruby grapefruit will award prizes to the produce managers of the top three winning stores.
Representatives with three U.S.-based retailers addressed challenges and opportunities the produce industry faces during a panel at the recent Canadian Produce Marketing Association Conference and Trade Show.
Circana representatives will be speaking on driving fresh produce consumption at The Retail Conference, as well as webinars planned for May.
The Houston-area complex will be developed in multiple phases, with construction set to begin in late 2024, says the grocer.
The California Table Grape Commission will focus on health benefits as it launches its 2024-25 global marketing campaign targeting the U.S. and 21 export markets.
Traverse City, Mich.-based North Bay Produce is working on a comprehensive strategy aimed at reducing its ecological footprint while driving long-term economic growth and supporting their network of growers.
The Packer’s booth visits at the Canadian Produce Marketing Association Conference and Trade Show, April 23-25, included space-themed giveaways, large crops, new products and sustainable packaging.
Berries are a hit with all demographics, but The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 data reveals where strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries shine.
Recently retired CEO of Star Produce David Karwacki was named The Packer’s 2024 Canadian Produce Person of the Year during the Canadian Produce Marketing Association Conference and Trade Show.
The goal of Hope Green Beans is to brighten the world with hope by providing comprehensive support to children confronting serious health challenges, the company says.
The Boise, Idaho-based company has been recognized for excellence on the Internet for its shopping and retail app.
The Bentonville, Ark.-based grocer’s new Bettergoods private label was launched with claims that the retailer will deliver chef-inspired food at a great value.
California pear growers are expected to begin harvest in the River growing district July 15 with bartlett and red bartlett being the first varieties to harvest this year.
Standards organization reflects on the 50th anniversary of the first UPC scan and looks to the future of scanning and data in retail.
Los Angeles-based Giumarra Cos. says it is expanding its organic avocado program tailored for grocery retailers and foodservice operators.
Envy apples are transitioning to new-season fresh imports, primarily from New Zealand, over the coming weeks.
As ag operations continue to embrace artificial intelligence, growers, packers and shippers are joining other business-to-business entities seeking practical starting points for entry into the AI domain.
Danielle Downey, executive director of the nonprofit Project Apis m., talks about hive growth in the news, challenges still facing the honey bee industry and the critical role honey bees play in food production.
As the summer season hits, marketers of specialty produce in the Los Angeles area say sales remain strong, and at least one distributor is going beyond product sales to focus on additional support services.
An organic industry watchdog has released a white paper outlining how what it describes as uninspected organic imports have driven U.S. farmers out of lucrative markets.
The company says its third greenhouse on its McAdoo, Pa., site will make it the largest controlled environment agriculture campus in North America.
Eric Regnier, formerly ZAG’s vice president of operations, will help lead the company’s initiatives in managed IT, cybersecurity and data analytics for the agriculture sector.
Applause and Epic Crisp will be available for a limited time at Costco, Sam’s Club, Albertson’s, Giant Eagle, H-E-B, Vons, Aldi and Kroger.
Good weather and timely rains should result in some good-quality Ohio vegetables kicking off right on schedule by the end of June, grower-shippers say.