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With some of the highest production and land costs in the world, California’s avocado growers aren’t looking to compete with imports on price. Instead, they focus on the highest quality and a premium eating experience.

Associated Wholesale Grocers says its Breez AI-powered shopping assistant provides a high-tech tool to increase basket sizes and compete with national retail giants through personalized, budget-conscious meal-planning.

As shoppers seek functional nutrition to fuel their busy lifestyles, retail leaders are transforming the produce department with innovative, high-protein snacks and meal kits that combine the health benefits of fresh plants with the satiety of added protein.

The firm’s latest expansion into robotic palletizing helps produce facilities address labor gaps and increase throughput.

Potatoes USA says research indicates the average potato shopper’s basket is over $98 compared to a non-fresh-potato shopper’s basket of less than $50.

As production costs skyrocket and retail giants consolidate, growers struggle to maintain margins in an imbalanced supply chain.

The funding strengthens water storage and conveyance projects across the West, including $540 million for projects in California’s Central Valley.

Author and historian Kate Brown reveals how urban self-provisioning was once a high-tech powerhouse of survival. She explains why returning to our urban roots is the key to a resilient future.

Ellise Fallon brings more than 10 years of experience in food and ag-tech innovation to lead the company’s next phase of global growth.

The company’s 2025–2030 strategy outlines specific targets for emissions reduction, water conservation and 100% social compliance.