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All potato retail sales increased by 14.4% in 2022 but fell in volume by 1.5%, according to statistics published by Potatoes USA and compiled by IRI.

Elder is credited as becoming “a major force in the avocado industry” during 27-year tenure with the company.

Packed with savory flavor and nutrients that many other types of produce don’t have, shoppers need to be reminded that mushrooms are a tasty and healthy addition to all kinds of dishes and cuisines.

The three produce veterans will hit the ground running, supporting the Ontario-based grower-shipper’s recent growth.

“Sustainability” was one of the most talked about topics at the recent Fruit Logistica 2023, held Feb. 8-10 at Messe Berlin.

“While innovation and new technology should be supported, we also need to be mindful of individuals and companies that may overpromise and underdeliver,” says columnist Tim York, CEO of the California LGMA.

Natural Grocers has released its second annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report for fiscal year 2022, which outlines current practices as well as investments made in the previous year.

An actress and bestselling author, an agtech industry executive, and an aviation veteran will be featured as keynote speakers at the Southeast Produce Council’s upcoming trade show and conference.

We head back to the future to examine how 2022’s produce retail predictions panned out, and what’s in store for 2023.

Consumers love strawberries, and they are showing big enthusiasm for organic strawberries.