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A new Algolia survey shows 73% of U.S. consumers are stressed about grocery prices, prompting them to seek savings through store brands, loyalty programs and AI powered tools, while still prioritizing fresh produce, meat and dairy.
She will serve as the company’s chair of retail strategy and industry relations to guide retail strategy for the company’s fresh produce brands.
Bryn Fussell will serve as director of membership for the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association and the executive director of the Florida Specialty Crop Foundation.
The $860 million investment will expand capacity for the supply chain network, supporting Food Lion and other grocery brands and bring more than 500 jobs to Burlington.
Globally and in the U.S., data shows millennials and Gen Z shoppers view produce purchase differently than baby boomers and Gen X shoppers.
Equifruit says its mission is global fair-trade banana domination, and it’s pursuing that “badass” vision through unexpected, nimble marketing.
The company continues to grow with the addition of 5,000 square feet of cooling space for its full line of tropical items.
Exhibitors at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Show discussed new products and new initiatives, as well as current season projections.
Federal and state leaders say the government shutdown’s halt of SNAP funding in November — the first time in history the program has been suspended during a shutdown — could leave 42 million Americans without food assistance, drawing urgent responses from food banks and grocery retailers bracing for economic fallout.
Jennifer Jacobs, who has nearly two decades of experience in the natural foods and retail industry, will lead member engagement efforts.
Debbie Willmann has been with the company for the massive growth of the avocado industry and played numerous roles in leadership.
Distributors share their outlooks for sales of fall and winter offerings.
Salad companies are driving category growth through innovations in flavor, packaging and freshness that align with consumers’ demand for convenience, health and sustainability.
Dante Galeazzi, president and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, sat down with The Packer to discuss the latest on the tomato suspension agreement and early USMCA discussions.
The company’s Pennsylvania site expands to 40 acres with the opening of its newest greenhouse.
The successful donation campaign is timed around Grandparents Day to support seniors facing hunger and isolation.
AgZen’s first product, RealCoverage, can be bolted onto any sprayer and is the world’s only sensor and AI-based system that measures and optimizes the number of drops of crop protection products applied to crops.
Every aisle at the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show was filled with new products, packaging, merchandising concepts and more.
Companies exhibiting at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce and Floral Show debuted new product introductions and discussed new updates forthcoming.
Its new Amiga lineup features integration with Bonsai Intelligence, low-clearance vehicles and off-road capabilities.
The three companies will unify as Sumitomo Biorational Company starting in April 2026
This year’s International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce and Floral Show featured an array of on-trend new products, campaigns, marketing and branding.
The companies say this move helps Fresh Del Monte strengthen its core portfolio while allowing Church Brothers the chance to deliver greater value to retail and foodservice customers.
The 1939 Group has acquired 51 Wisconsin grocery stores, uniting them under one family of companies and welcoming 8,000 new employees.
When complete, the facility will produce 66,000 gallons of product every month.
Meijer team members chose more than 500 local organizations across the Midwest to support.
The company says its 2025 meal basket offers a full holiday feast at the lowest price since it started the program.
Since the “Liberation Day” roll out of tariffs, “it’s been constant turmoil” for anybody dealing with imported products, said one panelist at the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show.
While there are distinct headwinds in the current economy, Arjun Chakravarti, managing partner of a Chicago-based consultancy Cogknition Analytics, says there’s also strong opportunities.
The grocer says it offers resources, benefits and training to support and develop employees.