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While produce prices cooled some, rising food costs in April continued to fan the flames of inflation, according to April’s consumer price index from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The shipment kicks off another season supported by Zespri’s integrated consumer campaign designed to communicate the benefits of SunGold and drive traffic to retailers carrying the kiwi brand.

Dole Food Company, Inc. has added new ways for everyday heroes to qualify for a chance to win up to $3,000 in prize money by doing the positive things they already do.

As the U.S. blueberry season approaches, blueberries at Walmart saw a steep drop in price in late April after a steep jump in mid-March.

If fresh fruits and vegetables are out of reach — literally — then no amount of sales strategies or promotions will increase consumption.

What was online grocery shopping like two decades ago? FreshDirect knows. The Bronx, N.Y.-based company was an early adopter.

Hy-Vee gives a starring role to produce across a variety of platforms.

How do you convince mushroom haters to no longer hate?

Bakersfield, Calif.-based Bolthouse Farms has entered a definitive agreement to acquire from Starbucks its Evolution Fresh brand and business — primarily organic, cold-pressed premium juice products.

“Each year has its own challenges,” New Jersey Agriculture Secretary Douglas Fisher told attendees at the May 24th Eastern Produce Council barbecue at Demarest Farms, Hillsdale, N.J.