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Apples buyers looking for variety options can find plenty of choices in Michigan this season, says Diane Smith, executive director of the Lansing-based Michigan Apple Committee.

International Fruit Genetics (IFG) is introducing logos for 21 unique table grape varieties — from Bebop to Torch — to grab consumers’ attention at the store.

Chris Koger Church Brothers Farms, Salinas, Calif., is adding five Green Giant Fresh value-added products.

Mission Produce, Oxnard, Calif., has promoted Stephen Fink to vice president of North American Sales.

With its bright health halo, Pom Wonderful has seen a big lift in sales during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The good-for-you attributes of produce beverages have never been more appreciated.

Consumer prices for food sold at grocery stores declined 1% from June to July but still are running 4.6% higher than a year ago.

While consumer perception of safety might’ve led to more purchases of packaged produce over loose bulk in the first couple of months of the coronavirus pandemic, some say it’s the increase of online shopping.

The Pear Bureau Northwest, Milwaukie, Ore., has promoted Neil Ferguson to creative marketing manager.

The Twin Cities supermarket scene is as competitive as ever, giving local consumers an opportunity to spend their food dollars at any of a number of high-performing retail chains.