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Data from the Northwest Horticultural Council shows that 99% of tree fruit growers’ gross returns for the 2023 season went to labor, which those in the produce industry say is at a make-or-break point.
Story Arc Consulting founder Steve Lerch recently spoke about ways to understand, engage and influence this digitally driven segment of shoppers.
Mollie Van Lieu, vice president of nutrition and health policy for the International Fresh Produce Association, and Minerva Delgado, the director of coalitions and advocacy for the Alliance to End Hunger, highlight the role that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program plays.
Owyhee Produce CEO Shay Myers, a third-generation farmer, discusses using social media platforms to talk ag, why getting in front of the camera is important and how to connect with those who don’t understand farming.
Whether it was non-browning apples, juice to go, ready-to-eat lettuce or other advancements, GOPEX exhibitors showcased the flavor and experiences driving organic produce trends.
From the hottest tickets in produce including dragon fruit and exotic mushrooms to superfoods and food safety, GOPEX 2025 showcased trends, tools and solutions with retailers in mind.
New product offerings, new packaging options and more were highlights of GOPEX exhibitors’ booths at this year’s event, held at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort Jan. 13-14.
Grower innovations, packaging, brand news and vibrant fruit were among the showcases at GOPEX 2025.
Organic potato sales, company mergers and ag insights were among the buzz at this year’s GOPEX.
From cold-pressed juices and dragon fruit to organic mushrooms, exhibitors at GOPEX 2025 were focused on health and sustainability.
GOPEX 2025 panelists discuss the challenges and opportunities in the organic produce industry.
At the National Potato Council’s recent Potato Expo 2025, tariffs and trade were among the hot topics of discussion in education sessions and on the show floor.
It was all things fresh produce, from new products to new connections to new ideas, at the JW Miami Turnberry Resort for GOPEX 2025, held Jan. 13-14.
Organic pears offer a higher retail transaction for winter varieties such as bosc, red and green d’anjou, says Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt Growers.
Industry leaders from throughout the fresh produce supply chain kicked off the year at the event with great conversations and of course, great produce.
Darren Seifer, industry adviser for consumer goods and foodservice with Circana, highlighted the opportunities for the fresh produce industry in his GOPEX presentation.
Attendees are set to hear from a former Google executive, a retail VP and a slate of produce experts at the 2025 event.
Miami’s rich agricultural scene offers plenty to check out after the expo ends.
Featuring a new venue, the Jan. 13-14 event returns with a full slate of fun, networking opportunities, an innovation-filled expo floor and education sessions.
The inaugural race is set for Jan. 14 at GOPEX 2025 in Aventura, Fla.
While much of the country’s fields lie dormant, growers in the state are in a prime growing season aided by ideal temperatures, innovative farming and savvy marketing.
Darren Seifer, industry adviser for consumer goods and foodservice insights for Circana, provides a sneak peek of his GOPEX 2025 presentation, focusing on today’s organic produce shopper and what drives their loyalty.
Imposing tariffs would lead to “inflation in the supermarket,” says the president of the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas.
Co-promoting “occasion deals” that include both private and name brands can help increase basket sizes and provide greater value to these households, Circana says.
Ag industry groups recognize the crucial role that immigrant workers play in the U.S. food system.
President-elect Donald Trump has talked about increasing tariffs on foreign goods, arguing that such import taxes would keep manufacturing jobs in the U.S., shrink the federal deficit and help lower food prices.
“The agricultural economy is inherently cyclical, and ag lenders are navigating the changing conditions across the sectors they serve,” said Jackson Takach, chief economist of Farmer Mac.
The event, hosted by The Packer, is set to draw retailers, grower-shippers, wholesalers, importers, exporters and other decision-makers from across the fresh produce industry.
In statements congratulating the president-elect, the groups said they want to see their priorities addressed in the new administration, such as the farm bill, labor and nutrition.
Following diminishing valuations in 2023 and layoffs, the indoor vertical grower is reportedly closing its doors and laying off its employees, according to a PitchBook report.