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The next generation of Canadian cherry breeding moves to international markets with a focus on rewriting the late-season supply window.

The year-round melon supplier says retailers can expect strong early yields and high-quality fruit, with peak watermelon demand ahead.

As peak harvest seasons in Florida and California converge with diesel prices sitting at $5.40 a gallon, refrigerated trucking capacity is poised to hit its tightest level in over a year. An expert reveals how to avoid a shipping scramble in July.

The organization says this campaign with Publix is its largest yet and connects fresh produce, family meal inspiration and hunger relief in 1,434 stores.

It’s an optimistic outlook from growers and importers, who expect strong supplies from domestic and offshore crops.

This new seedless mini pepper trio capitalizes on consumers’ interest in convenience, crunch and flavor.

In honor of this year’s West Coast Produce Expo theme, industry leaders weigh in on the refreshing, hydrating, and energizing fresh commodities that deserve a spot on the festival rider.

Although West Coast Produce Expo has an action-packed agenda, attendees share how best to balance the show’s hallmark relaxed vibes with making business connections.

The West Coast Produce Expo highlights the fresh innovations and consumer favorites set to ignite summer sales and capture shopper attention.

Despite a cooler-than-average start, North Carolina sweetpotato growers are leveraging strategic irrigation and recent rainfall to meet a nearly 20% surge in retail demand, fueled by health-conscious consumers and the rising popularity of specialty varieties.