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John Phipps: Are Tariffs Part Of The Problem With Inflation?
John Phipps: Are Tariffs Part Of The Problem With Inflation?

Do tariffs fuel inflation? John Phipps's Customer Support segment explains why economists have struggled to come up with estimates of economic effects due to lingering COVID influence on world business.

Fresh Del Monte Produce reports strong quarterly results but extreme cost pressures
Fresh Del Monte Produce reports strong quarterly results but extreme cost pressures

Coral Gables, Fla.-based Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. has reported its fifth straight quarter of net sales growth.

Maglio highlights value-added mango and pineapple products
Maglio highlights value-added mango and pineapple products

MONTEREY, Calif. — Glendale, Wis.-based Maglio Companies was featuring its Mango Cheeks and Pineapple Spears at the International Fresh Produce Association Foodservice Conference Expo on July 29.

NEPC expo to feature new site, new schedule, hockey star
NEPC expo to feature new site, new schedule, hockey star

A new location and updated schedule, as well as an appearance by the “Jackie Robinson of women’s hockey,” are all on tap for NEPC's upcoming expo.

Bolthouse Farms closes deal to acquire Evolution Fresh from Starbucks
Bolthouse Farms closes deal to acquire Evolution Fresh from Starbucks

Listen to the "Tip of the Iceberg" podcast episode, watch the video interview and read the story: Consumers want functional beverages, so Bolthouse Farms finalized the purchase of a juice brand from Starbucks.

What avocados from Jalisco, Mexico could mean for U.S. market
What avocados from Jalisco, Mexico could mean for U.S. market

"This first export of avocados from Jalisco will only improve the already positive economic benefits of avocado imports from Mexico," says Ron Campbell of Mexican Hass Avocados Importers Association.

Produce packaging goes sustainable
Produce packaging goes sustainable

The produce industry is embracing sustainable packaging as a way to help protect the environment while meeting consumer demand for Earth-friendly products.        

Revol Greens spreads the message about its foodservice capabilities
Revol Greens spreads the message about its foodservice capabilities

MONTEREY, Calif. — Revol Greens was flexing its capabilities to serve the foodservice market at July 28-29 International Fresh Produce Association’s Foodservice Conference.

Lakeside Organic Gardens features its own brand for artichokes
Lakeside Organic Gardens features its own brand for artichokes

MONTEREY, Calif. — Watsonville, Calif.-based Lakeside Organic Gardens is now packing artichokes under its own label, says Marliese Myers, marketing director.

Hy-Vee dietitians host healthy back-to-school events for families in August
Hy-Vee dietitians host healthy back-to-school events for families in August

Back-to-school marketing and promotions in the produce retail world has begun for 2022.

Blueberry council releases 2021 impact report
Blueberry council releases 2021 impact report

The Folsom, Calif.-based U.S. Blueberry Council has released its 2021 Impact Report that details last year’s efforts across all program areas, according to a news release.

What role can packaging play in food safety?
What role can packaging play in food safety?

One key way packaging plays a food safety role is by preventing cross contamination.

Monterey Mushrooms adds to sales team
Monterey Mushrooms adds to sales team

Jill Moran, a long-time Monterey Mushrooms teammate, has rejoined the sales team as a sales manager based out of Watsonville, Calif.

Calavo releases 2021 sustainability report
Calavo releases 2021 sustainability report

The Santa Paula, Calif. -based avocado grower has released its annual Sustainability Report: The Calavo Way.

Kapi Kapi Growers sets expansion plans
Kapi Kapi Growers sets expansion plans

Already with a U.S. East Coast presence, Costa Rica-based pineapple and banana supplier Kapi Kapi Growers is prepared to expand sales throughout the U.S.,  company officials say.

USDA restricts PACA violators in Connecticut and California 
USDA restricts PACA violators in Connecticut and California 

The USDA has imposed sanctions on two produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay reparation awards issued under PACA.

Food Lion takes local produce to the next level
Food Lion takes local produce to the next level

The Salisbury, N.C.-based grocer is bringing local produce even closer to home with its continually expanding Local Goodness program.

Cost of transportation technology solutions coming down with competition
Cost of transportation technology solutions coming down with competition

Increased competition among solution providers is making track and trace technology more accessible for the transportation sector, says Seth Konkle, general manager for the Indianapolis office of the Scotlynn Group.

Associated Wholesale Grocers, DoorDash partner for indie grocers' on-demand delivery
Associated Wholesale Grocers, DoorDash partner for indie grocers' on-demand delivery

Kansas City, Kan.-based Associated Wholesale Grocers is partnering with DoorDash to offer on-demand grocery delivery solutions to independent grocers through the DoorDash marketplace app and website.

CEA Food Safety Coalition appoints Tom Stenzel as new executive director
CEA Food Safety Coalition appoints Tom Stenzel as new executive director

The Controlled Environment Agriculture Food Safety Coalition has retained The Stenzel Group LLC to provide management services with the naming of Tom Stenzel as its new executive director, the group reports.

Study: Low-income households buy private labels the least
Study: Low-income households buy private labels the least

Aldi, Amazon and Target have the fastest-growing private label brands, but despite perception, low-income households buy private labels the least.

IFPA conference features a close-up focus on foodservice stars
IFPA conference features a close-up focus on foodservice stars

With personal stories, career reflections, and on-set food preparation, the talk-show format of the Monterey Bay Live! July 29 general session of the Foodservice Conference dazzled.

IFPA Foodservice Conference draws 900 buyers, record attendance
IFPA Foodservice Conference draws 900 buyers, record attendance

MONTEREY, Calif. – The buzz was real. 

Retailers launch new packaging initiatives in the produce aisle
Retailers launch new packaging initiatives in the produce aisle

As single-use, plastic packaging increasingly comes under fire, grocers are taking notice, introducing new packaging options and doing what they can to educate shoppers about their choices in the produce aisle.

Gem-Pack Berries progressing after merger
Gem-Pack Berries progressing after merger

The company has been “producing smoothly and efficiently” Since the company merged with Salinas, Calif.-based Red Blossom Sales Inc. last fall, said Craig Casca, chief marketing officer.

Santa Maria deal works for Beachside Produce
Santa Maria deal works for Beachside Produce

The Nipomo, Calif., company ships out of the Santa Maria, Calif., area year-round, and that business plan seems to be working out well for the company, said Will McCarthy, commodity manager.

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The care and preparation needed to ensure produce makes it from the fields to your shelves in tip-top shape requires an intricate partnership between farmer and retailer.

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Wisconsin potato shippers look to expand sales in Mexico and Canada

Besides maximizing domestic sales,  Wisconsin potato marketers are looking to expand markets in Mexico and Canada, says Dana Rady.

Wisconsin potato outlook strong with crop timing running a little late
Wisconsin potato outlook strong with crop timing running a little late

The Wisconsin potato outlook is relatively strong, but industry leaders say the crop is running a bit behind schedule.

Alsum Farms expects strong-quality Wisconsin potato crop
Alsum Farms expects strong-quality Wisconsin potato crop

Friesland, Wis.-based Alsum Farms & Produce anticipates a very good quality crop of Wisconsin potatoes, says Christine Lindner, marketing manager for the company.

Strebin Farms adds organic onions
Strebin Farms adds organic onions

Troutdale, Ore.-based Strebin Farms has added organic yellow and red onions to its program that kicks off in September out of Yerington, Nev., said Dan Strebin, an owner of the company and head of sales.

Bobalu Berries awards scholarships
Bobalu Berries awards scholarships

The Oxnard, Calif.-based company, now in its 60th year of farming strawberries, has launched an annual scholarship program.

Technology helps transportation industry evolve but more help is needed
Technology helps transportation industry evolve but more help is needed

Technology providers are aiming to solve some of the trucking industry’s thorniest issues, but there is still work to do.

RoadOne launches electric truck pilot at Port of Baltimore
RoadOne launches electric truck pilot at Port of Baltimore

Randolph, Mass.-based RoadOne IntermodaLogistics has announced the launch of its national sustainability initiative with an electric truck pilot with IKEA, the Port of Baltimore and Nikola Corporation.

Irvine to school foodservice professionals at Foodservice Conference: Help me help you
Irvine to school foodservice professionals at Foodservice Conference: Help me help you

Television personality Robert Irvine sparked lively back and forth verbal exchanges on child nutrition issues at the opening general session at the 2022 International Fresh Produce Association’s Foodservice Conference.

Fyffes launches gender equality program on its farms in Honduras
Fyffes launches gender equality program on its farms in Honduras

Fyffes and its subsidiary Sol Group, a melon producer in Honduras, have launched a gender equality program.

Calavo expands partnership with Mexican avocado growers
Calavo expands partnership with Mexican avocado growers

In response to increasing demand for avocados, both in the U.S. and internationally, Calavo has expanded its partnership with Mexican growers from Michoacán to Jalisco. 

IFPA's Cathy Burns outlines challenges to grow produce consumption among children 
IFPA's Cathy Burns outlines challenges to grow produce consumption among children 

MONTEREY, Calif. — International Fresh Produce Association CEO Cathy Burns welcomed a crowd estimated at more than 1,800 to the 42nd annual Foodservice Conference, the first such event to be branded with the IFPA name.

Lipman Family Farms to highlight fresh-cut produce at IFPA’s Foodservice Show
Lipman Family Farms to highlight fresh-cut produce at IFPA’s Foodservice Show

Immokalee, Fla.-based Lipman Family Farms will be showcasing their growing category of value-added Lipman Fresh-Cuts at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Foodservice Conference.

Tops adds Instacart services to nine more stores
Tops adds Instacart services to nine more stores

While the COVID-19 pandemic drags on for the foreseeable future, Tops Friendly Markets is expanding its contactless options to customers.

Azzule sales team adds Nicole Stovicek
Azzule sales team adds Nicole Stovicek

As a sales representative, Stovicek will utilize her knowledge and experience to reach potential clients in the southwestern United States.

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South African citrus growers raise alarm over EU import restrictions

New European Union rules governing imports of South African citrus are raising objections and a possible World Trade Organization action by the South African government, according to a news release.

Technology helps supply chain efficiencies, Hwy Haul leader says
Technology helps supply chain efficiencies, Hwy Haul leader says

Companies that have best survived the surge in consumer demand in the last couple of years have adopted the power of digitalization in their supply chains, says Syed Aman, CEO of Hwy Haul.

Hy-Vee appoints new CEO, plus other executive changes
Hy-Vee appoints new CEO, plus other executive changes

Hy-Vee’s executive board will change this fall — including a new CEO.

USDA announces its Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement with California
USDA announces its Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement with California

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service has signed a cooperative agreement with California under the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program.

Avocados from Peru, The Giant Co. donate 50,000 avocados
Avocados from Peru, The Giant Co. donate 50,000 avocados

For the second year in a row, AFP has teamed with The Giant Co. of Carlisle, Pa., to donate 50,000 avocados to Philabundance, Philadelphia's largest food bank.

Shopper survey: How cost wins over convenience
Shopper survey: How cost wins over convenience

Learn about the findings in a survey of more than 1,000 shoppers conducted in the third quarter of 2022 by stor.ai, a digital commerce service provider.

IFPA Foodservice Conference in Monterey includes focus on youngest consumers
IFPA Foodservice Conference in Monterey includes focus on youngest consumers

The International Fresh Produce Association’s Foodservice Conference in Monterey will include a focus on building a preference for produce with children. 

Pure Flavor returns to IFPA Foodservice Conference with intent to shake up foodservice menus
Pure Flavor returns to IFPA Foodservice Conference with intent to shake up foodservice menus

The Pure Flavor hothouse label is out to shake up foodservice menus, says Chris Veillon, chief marketing officer for Pure Hothouse Foods Inc. and the Pure Flavor brand, Leamington, Ont.

The Giant Company promotes, expands leadership team
The Giant Company promotes, expands leadership team

The Giant Co. of Carlisle, Pa., has made five key leadership appointments.