Georgia

Increased competition from foreign growers has prompted producers in Georgia — and other states — to encourage produce buyers to buy U.S.-grown items, especially during the spring and summer season.

This summer, Georgia Grown will launch a program with Chicago-based IGA Inc. that will place Georgia Grown signage in 160 supermarkets in the Southeast region.

Georgia growers expect a strong spring/summer season despite a late start in some regions caused by heavier-than-usual spring rains.

New Georgia Sunnies brand helps local, small growers to bring citrus to market at select Kroger stores throughout Georgia.

Despite weather challenges in the Southeast, Fresha says it has a steady supply of carrots this season.