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Dave was to produce management what Gen. George McClellan was to organizing Union troops during the Civil War: very thorough and one who left little to chance.

Kale brings a steady following when it comes to organic purchases. The leafy greens were the No. 1 item that shoppers purchased as organic—both periodically and exclusively again this year.

The grocer’s new 93,402-square-foot store offers a feast of fresh food options, including a produce department with more than 2,000 items, organic offerings and an expanded floral area.

Grocers gathered during the Power of Produce education session during SEPC’s Southern Exposure to discuss trends and opportunities.

These bright, colorful holiday produce merchandising display photos were submitted by Jude Leong, produce manager at the Yokota Air Base Commissary, western Tokyo, for PMG’s 2022 Winter Produce Artist Awards Series.

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.

For operators and their customers, in addition to the always good news of year-round mango availability, March comes in with two items worthy of their attention.

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).