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Whole foods like potatoes offer more of what intense athletes need for less, according to the Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association.
Most U.S. importers of Peruvian sweet onions say they’ll have significant volume by early September, and they’re gearing up for another productive season.
Centrally located along major transportation corridors, the reusable packaging supplier says this new service center will service more than 40 million reusable crates a year.
The Packer asked these groups what sustainability means to them as part of its Sustainability Insights 2025 report, and while the results seem similar, the underlying motivation is different.
The grocer mourns the loss of Tom Crall, category manager of produce for HyVee.
This first-ever product was developed under the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Rapid Response to Weather Events Across Food and Agricultural Systems grant program.
Retailers can maximize the early-season opportunity with simple, impactful tactics, says Brianna Shales, marketing director for the company.
According to Circana and IFPA research, 65% of consumers cite health as the main reason they buy fresh produce.
Influencers like Angela Yvonne of VeganPopEats are turning low-cost Aldi produce hauls into viral lessons on how to eat healthy and plant-based on a budget.
The Goleta, Calif.-based food technology company says it has filed a lawsuit against Robyn Openshaw and her company for “waging a years’ long disinformation campaign intended to harm Apeel’s business and reputation.”
Frank Yiannas shares the risks in postponing FSMA 204 enforcement, the need for traceability throughout the fresh produce food system and more.
The Chelsea, Mass.-based brand plans in-store promotions and community events to mark this milestone while continuing its pledge to give back to the community.
The mandarin brand plans to reward a “sweet teacher” with a $10,000 cash prize and encourage families to “Snack to School” with an East Coast road tour.
The addition of lemons to the Florida citrus landscape did not slow the drop seen across the state.
The hands-on farm school combines education, sustainability and community engagement to cultivate hope, inclusivity and opportunities for all ages and abilities.
Nathan Pumplin, CEO of Norfolk Healthy Produce, the company behind the Empress Purple Tomato, a bioengineered tomato “packed with antioxidants,” thinks the time is right for GMOs.
Almond prices dropped by about 50 cents a pound after USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service released an objective estimate of 3 billion pounds.
Beginning in January 2026, Mexican avocados will need to be certified deforestation-free to be exported out of the country.
In recognition of Hunger Action Month, Albertsons Companies Foundation awards grants to five community organizations; customers are invited to join the fight against hunger.
While some grower-packers still use paper forms for warehouse management, Lawrence Mallia of Inteligistics says many fresh produce industry businesses look to technology to help become compliant.
The company says the move unlocks its ability to meet the strong demand for high-quality ripe avocados and mangoes in Florida with improved quality and efficiency.
Michigan’s potato industry has benefited from research partnerships with MSU’s AgBioResearch program, but funding cuts and delays have hit hard.
As SNAP households possibly stretch tighter budgets this fall, positioning produce as both affordable and exciting could help retailers maintain — and even grow — connections with these important consumers.
Labor costs continue to rise for California farmers, but skilled labor isn’t something growers are able to find with the current H-2A program. Labor experts, economists and farmers agree the current immigration system is “broken,” but a solution could be on the horizon.
The updated brand identity will debut at the 2025 Global Produce and Floral Show, unveiling a new logo, redesigned packaging, customer-focused messaging and more.
He brings over 20 years of experience to his new role as vice president of sales and marketing at the Columbus, Ohio-based produce distributor and fresh-cut processor.
The company says its partnership with Instacart’s FoodStorm platform strengthens its made-to-order offerings and streamlines omnichannel ordering across its grocery banners.
The company celebrated its inaugural class of NextGen Academy graduates, as part of its internal leadership development program.
The company has introduced the on-the-go product to provide consumers with healthier snacking options.
Xavier Equihua, president of the Peruvian Avocado Commission, attributes the increase to an “on year” in the Peruvian avocado industry and to a movement toward diversification among U.S. buyers as they source their avocados.