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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has added data from its most recent population survey from 2018-2019 to its online toolbox, FoodNet Fast, according to a news release.

Pricing changes on top items from Produce Market Guide’s top 10 searched produce items.

FMI has released its 2022 Power of Produce report, revealing 25% of shoppers ranked price as the most important factor when making fresh produce purchasing decisions.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against H Brooks and Company LLC (H Brooks) for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA).

Ramadan is a crucial time of year for the date industry, and that goes for Joolies LLC. For Ramadan, going on this year from April 2 to May 2, Joolies is offering a 2-pound gift box full of its organic medjool dates.

Foodservice avocado sales seem to be slowly rebounding after the rollercoaster ride they endured during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The 2022 National Grocers Association Show, held Feb. 27-March 1 at the Caesars Forum Convention Center in Las Vegas, was co-located with Independent Grocers Alliance and Indoor Ag Con.

While the apple category is being impacted by inflation and supply issues, at least one proprietary apple variety is biting into a rather “glorious” stride.

Strawberries got a boost this year, claiming No. 2 fruit in the 2022 Fresh Trends study, with just over 56% of those surveyed saying they have purchased fresh strawberries in the past twelve months.

A wise produce manager once told me, “Always be extra-kind to kids. They are tomorrow’s customers.”