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In the hands-on world of fresh produce, the importance of digital marketing is arguably gaining the upper hand — especially with younger consumers, such as parents and their school-aged children.

Listen to the “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast episode, watch the video interview and read the story: Consumers want functional beverages, so Bolthouse Farms finalized the purchase of a juice brand from Starbucks.

Aldi, Amazon and Target have the fastest-growing private label brands, but despite perception, low-income households buy private labels the least.

Kansas City, Kan.-based Associated Wholesale Grocers is partnering with DoorDash to offer on-demand grocery delivery solutions to independent grocers through the DoorDash marketplace app and website.

Back-to-school marketing and promotions in the produce retail world has begun for 2022.

Shoppers who walk into the newly renovated Tops location in Cheektowaga will notice fresh-cut produce right at the entrance.

As the fall school season approaches, Nature Fresh Farms launched a themed snacking line to encourage children to eat more fresh produce at school, on-the-go and at home.

Albertsons Cos. earnings call reveals shoppers are opting for lower-cost versions of what they what, but they’re still willing to spend on certain categories: ready-made meals, organic and convenience.

FreshDirect is starting its first loyalty program. The Bronx, N.Y.-based company trucks deliver fresh produce and groceries directly to homes across metropolitan New York, Philadelphia and Washington D.C.

Jonathan Charlton of UNFI sent us photos of some of his best summer produce displays for PMG’s summer contest of the Produce Artist Award Series. What about you? Do it before the deadline!