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Retail ads for potatoes trailed only apples for conventional produce the week of Nov. 29, says the USDA National Retail Report.

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.

Columnist Armand Lobato explores finding success by embracing the ever-changing nature of the industry.

The additional funding will help specialty crop growers expand agricultural exports to Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean and South and Southeast Asia.

Shoppers are seeking ways to simplify holiday meals without sacrificing traditions that make them special, according to a Wegmans survey.

Former Fresh Direct CEO David Lawrence will succeed Davenport in the role, who retires after more than 30 years with the company.

The discount grocer recaps highlights, best-selling products and shopper trends from 2024.