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Blackberries are awesome already, but researchers in Florida are working on boosting their health benefits even more.

This popular fruit led the list of most-purchased produce commodities, according to The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 consumer survey. See how other items fared and how inflation has affected consumer shopping habits.

From almonds and apples to avocados and blueberries, while many high-value, specialty crops depend on bee pollination to thrive, historically little has been known about the intricate world inside the hive — until now.

Summer merchandising is ripe with opportunity. Columnist Armand Lobato shares some must-have steps and display tips to make the produce department stand out to shoppers this season.

Strawberry fields in California’s central coast region were challenged early in the season with winter rain and cold temperatures, but spring and summer availability is looking strong, says Cindy Jewell.

The company said its regeneratively grown berries will be in select Whole Foods, Sprouts, Bi-Rite, NewLeaf, Berkeley Bowl Marketplace and Oliver’s locations.

The global avocado exporter says retailers can secure ample volume and pricing as part of its retail and foodservice program.

Have A Plant said consumer research was a central focus of the Foundation for Fresh Produce’s Consumer Connection Conference.