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Stemilt Growers Research and Development Director Rob Blakey explains why modern apple, cherry and pear varieties must be as efficient in the pack shed as they are flavorful for the consumer.

Competition was fierce at Fruit Logistica 2026 last week, where 10 companies competed for the coveted Innovation Awards in the fresh produce and technology categories.

Known for his messages of resilience and adaptability, Pinke will serve as the 2026 keynote speaker at the Viva Fresh Expo.

In Week 2 of “The 30 Different Plants Per Week Challenge, Retail Edition,” simple meal-prep habits and Hy-Vee’s usage-focused produce guidance show how plant variety becomes sustainable when it’s built into foods shoppers already know and love.

Greg Foran brings four decades of global operational expertise to sharpen Kroger’s digital edge and store-level execution.

Most new store openings get fouled up with wasted, neglected product and labor when overzealous orders block coolers, hallways and prep areas. Here are tips for better orders and plan execution.

At last week’s Fruit Logistica, The Packer sat down with Ron Lemaire to discuss the current state of negotiations, reasons for optimism and what the industry needs to do now ahead of the July 1, 2026, USMCA six-year joint review.

Using the French term of endearment that translates to “my cabbage,” the nonprofit invites donors to fund produce freight and celebrate the 2026 Year of the Cabbage.

Relationships between produce businesses remain steady despite trade and tariff friction between the two governments.

Census of Agriculture data and the experience of farmer and advocate Kate Mendenhall show how organic production has become a welcoming space for women producers as they expand their influence in ag.