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Jennifer Lind brings over 20 years of produce industry experience to the newly created position, blending expertise in sales operations with data-driven decision-making, the company said.
Over the next few weeks, a phased rollout will add digital tap-to-pay service to H-E-B stores.
A bipartisan bill proposes $14 billion in disaster relief for farmers impacted by 2023 wildfires, droughts and floods.
The company says its traceability platform is being rolled out as a stand-alone product to create a lower price point for companies who are seeking a fully functional, cost-effective Food Safety Modernization Act 204 compliance and traceability solution.
The artificial intelligence-powered quality control platform is aiming to remove subjectivity and human judgment from the produce inspection process.
Focusing on the seed and meat industries, the department has announced several steps intended to foster fair and competitive markets for U.S. farmers and ranchers.
The International Fresh Produce Association has named five top executives as the winners of its Retail Merchant Innovation Award.
Fusion, a business-to-business marketing agency for fresh food, says its recent consumer survey reveals high shopper satisfaction with self-checkout, as well as challenges that companies and retailers should address.
Current fruit set on avocado trees across multiple growing regions in the state is considerably higher this year than in previous years, according to the California Avocado Commission.
Grocery retailers can expect a healthy digital boost during the holiday shopping peak, according to a new survey.
The buses are part of a New York Apple Association campaign spreading the word that New York state-grown apples are arriving at local grocers.
Ashley McPhee has joined as sales manager for eastern North America, and Simon Quesnel will serve as manager of finance, strategy and administration.
The fruit breeder has added varieties and a breeding program from Inka’s Berries, which develops no-chill cultivars.
Produce experts tell why it’s an outdated belief to sell bananas based on price alone, as the fruit is a category leader, no matter what.
The period presents a chance to meet an increased demand for produce as consumers anticipate their favorite seasonal dishes.
Publix Super Markets CEO Kevin Murphy also announced the promotion of two new executives, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
A heatwave kicking off around mid-September delayed or interrupted the start of the 2024 harvest for most Red River Valley potato growers, but digging was expected to get back on schedule.
After decades of operating as Tom Lange Family of Cos., the company says it is entering a new era as Lange Cos.
Sinking energy costs allowed year-over-year inflation to check in at a cool 2.4% in September, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
The Texas International Produce Association and the Houston Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Association say the event brought together industry leaders, partners and friends for a day of competition, camaraderie and networking.
Elaine Trevino brings more than 20 years of experience in agriculture, trade, government relations, supply chain and sustainability to her new position.
New data encourages grocers to enhance omnichannel experiences and address consumer pain points.
The Salinas, Calif.-based company said it will debut new mini salad kits and offer samples of two of its new chopped kits at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce and Floral Show.
Funded projects include aligning pesticide regulatory systems and harmonizing maximum residue limits on exported produce and more.
With just 30 days to go until the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas’ Southwest International Produce Expo, or SWIPE, the excitement is building as leading retailers and buyers from across the produce industry gear up to attend this year’s event, say organizers.
The company says Lisa (Davis) Corrigan has held various key positions during her more than 20 years in the fresh produce industry.
Micki Seibel has more than 25 years of experience leading early-stage startups through go-to-market strategy, fundraising, software and technical engineering.
Meet Bryan Barsness, vice president of sales and marketing for GrubMarket and one of the 2024 Packer 25’s honorees.
Meet Giovanni Cavaletto, U.S. division president for GLC Cerritos and one of the 2024 Packer 25’s honorees.
Meet Billy Augustine, president of All American Produce Co. and one of the 2024 Packer 25’s honorees.
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