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Hannaford stores donated a record amount of fresh, quality food to local food banks and pantries across the Northeast. The increase comes as food banks report a growing level of need in their communities.
James Benson has nearly 30 years of leadership experience and expertise in table grapes and citrus.
The company marked the milestone by launching a new logo that it says reflects its heritage in the Red River Valley and its commitment to quality and sustainability.
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Brian Bledsoe of Brian Bledsoe Weather explains what’s driving the record heat, how long it may last and why it’s not a repeat of 2012.
The April 2 session will break down the fast-tracked regulation allowing for skill-based wage tiers and housing adjustments that could save the fresh produce sector billions in H-2A labor costs.
Joshua Carr and Stephen Sheldon join the cooperative to support procurement strategy and international growth.
The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance joined more than 50 agricultural organizations from across the country on March 19 to urge assistance for America’s farmers.
With labor costs reaching up to 50% of production and a massive gap in infrastructure, the CEO explains how robotics and AI are transforming North American mushroom farming into a 24/7 high-tech operation.
Current president and CEO Jeff Huckaby will become the company’s chief agricultural officer, while produce industry veteran Ken Silvera will assume the role of CEO.
By merging cutting-edge automation with sustainable hydroponics, the company says its new Flora facility transforms Mississippi into a major regional hub for year-round, high-volume lettuce production.
More volume is expected in U.S. market, and the company plans to expand to Canada, Vietnam and Australia.
New HarvestReplay service uses a decade of labor data and AI audio briefings to help growers optimize daily field decisions and capture seven-figure savings.
With some of the highest production and land costs in the world, California’s avocado growers aren’t looking to compete with imports on price. Instead, they focus on the highest quality and a premium eating experience.
This new item features a smaller core, which results in more usable product per head and reduced trim loss.
Associated Wholesale Grocers says its Breez AI-powered shopping assistant provides a high-tech tool to increase basket sizes and compete with national retail giants through personalized, budget-conscious meal-planning.
The firm’s latest expansion into robotic palletizing helps produce facilities address labor gaps and increase throughput.
The Michigan-based distributor has expanded its sales footprint and retail support capabilities with the addition of Cody Anderson as national account manager.
As shoppers seek functional nutrition to fuel their busy lifestyles, retail leaders are transforming the produce department with innovative, high-protein snacks and meal kits that combine the health benefits of fresh plants with the satiety of added protein.
Potatoes USA says research indicates the average potato shopper’s basket is over $98 compared to a non-fresh-potato shopper’s basket of less than $50.
As production costs skyrocket and retail giants consolidate, growers struggle to maintain margins in an imbalanced supply chain.
The funding strengthens water storage and conveyance projects across the West, including $540 million for projects in California’s Central Valley.
Author and historian Kate Brown reveals how urban self-provisioning was once a high-tech powerhouse of survival. She explains why returning to our urban roots is the key to a resilient future.
Columnist Armand Lobato shares a cautionary tale of how one produce manager fudged the facts so he could report the result he thought the company wanted to hear.
David Hinojosa is set to lead the company’s next phase of strategic growth and community-focused retail initiatives.
Meijer is set to strengthen its Midwest presence this spring with the grand opening of two 159,000-square-foot supercenters in Aurora, Ohio, and Brownsburg, Ind.
Since 2014, the program has supported more than $8.2 million in fresh produce purchases, generated $12.2 million in economic impact for local communities, and directed $2.3 million toward New York farmers.
The company’s 2025–2030 strategy outlines specific targets for emissions reduction, water conservation and 100% social compliance.
Ellise Fallon brings more than 10 years of experience in food and ag-tech innovation to lead the company’s next phase of global growth.
In an executive interview, Bonduelle Americas CEO Bobby Chacko discusses transitioning from the Ready Pac name, leveraging his deep CPG background to bring “brand stickiness” to fresh produce and navigating the intense 15-day shelf-life cycle.