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Because fresh produce lacks long-term storage and futures hedging, retail buyers must ditch rigid sourcing calendars and build flexible supplier partnerships to navigate constant market shocks.

A survey of growers at the Great Lakes Tek Flex show rising labor costs drive tree fruit and vegetable farmers toward autonomous tools, but high prices and financial risk push many to rely on independent research before buying.

By lowering barriers to entry and pairing first-time exhibitors with veteran mentors, the International Fresh Produce Association seeks to help business solutions providers maximize ROI at the Global Produce and Floral Show.

The International Fresh Produce Association points to next steps in detection and traceability.

From overcoming consumer awareness barriers to expanding year-round usage, inside the brand’s insights-led strategy set to drive a “2X in 5” growth trajectory.

Chuck Baresich shares how the Ag Robotics Working Group uses hands-on, collaborative testing to bridge the gap between ag-tech developers and commercial fresh produce operations.

The share of Canada’s vegetable imports from the U.S. fell to 62.6% in July, the latest government data showed, from 69% in the same month of 2023.

Industry leaders share how well-planned displays, proprietary variety rotation and wellness messaging turn store traffic into repeat purchases.

As families swap processed snacks for whole-food nutrition, Zespri’s “Jam-Packed” campaign gives retailers the tools to capture high-growth sales during back-to-school season and beyond.