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U.S. potato exports hit records for value and volume
U.S. potato exports hit records for value and volume

Over the last 12 months, U.S. potato export values have increased almost 20%, or $2.2 billion, with a new Mexican export market fueling growth, according to a Potatoes USA report.

New report underscores impact of skyrocketing production costs across the globe
New report underscores impact of skyrocketing production costs across the globe

The Global Coalition of Fresh Produce has recently released its preliminary report on costs of global fresh produce production, highlighting unprecedented cost increases affecting global markets.

Lawmakers pursue end to frozen blueberry tariffs in Japan
Lawmakers pursue end to frozen blueberry tariffs in Japan

The North American Blueberry Council is applauding congressional action that supporters say could potentially allow U.S. farmers to compete on level terms with other blueberry exporting countries in Japan.

Proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger is topic of Arizona attorney general’s listening session
Proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger is topic of Arizona attorney general’s listening session

State Attorney General Kris Mayes has launched an antitrust investigation of the proposed merger, and listening sessions are scheduled for participants to hear directly from those who will be affected by this move.

U.S. food and agriculture contribute $8.6 trillion to the economy — and growing, report says
U.S. food and agriculture contribute $8.6 trillion to the economy — and growing, report says

A recently released economic impact report shows agriculture’s impact on the U.S. economy, with top gains in economic output seen in Hawaii, North Dakota and New York.

IFPA delivers optimistic State of the Industry Report for 2023
IFPA delivers optimistic State of the Industry Report for 2023

“The data is clear: fruits and vegetables improve lives, but people aren’t consuming enough and we have to change things. Not simply for the good of the industry, but for the good of the world,” Cathy Burns said.

Apple market surges over two years
Apple market surges over two years

The average price per count carton for all U.S. conventional apples was up 16% from the same time last year and up 22% from the same time two years ago.

Passage of bipartisan farm labor bill would be a 'Christmas miracle'
Passage of bipartisan farm labor bill would be a 'Christmas miracle'

If passed in the final weeks of 2022, the Affordable and Secure Food Act would streamline the H2-A program, offer agricultural wage stabilization and provide a path to citizenship for farmworkers.

Lemon plums to brighten winter fruit market in February
Lemon plums to brighten winter fruit market in February

This will be the 10th winter season of lemon plums brought to market by The Oppenheimer Group.

Rising potato prices aren’t hindering strong sales
Rising potato prices aren’t hindering strong sales

The average price per pound of potatoes has hit a five-year high of $2.35, but volume sales remain above pre-pandemic levels.

Mauti’s poetic predictions about organic pricing
Mauti’s poetic predictions about organic pricing

The crystal ball of historical data shows what could happen with organic and conventional produce prices, says Mike Mauti of Execulytics.

Shoppers explore tactics to lessen holiday sticker shock, study finds
Shoppers explore tactics to lessen holiday sticker shock, study finds

An October report by FMI and Hartman Group confirms that consumers are adjusting holiday grocery shopping habits to mitigate inflation.

NGA commits to increasing access to SNAP online purchases
NGA commits to increasing access to SNAP online purchases

National Grocers Association pledges to improve access to grocery stores in rural areas and food deserts by working to increase the number of retailers authorized for SNAP online purchases.

Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of July 6
Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of July 6

This information, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service, shows week-by-week shipments and f.o.b.s for commodities from shipments for the fresh market.

Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of July 6
Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of July 6

This information, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service, shows week-by-week shipments and f.o.b.s for commodities from shipments for the fresh market.

Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of June 1
Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of June 1

This information, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service, shows week-by-week shipments and f.o.b.s for commodities from shipments for the fresh market.

Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of May 18
Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of May 18

This information, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service, shows week-by-week shipments and f.o.b.s for commodities from shipments for the fresh market.

Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of May 11
Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of May 11

This information, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service, shows week-by-week shipments and f.o.b.s for commodities from shipments for the fresh market.

Marketscope — Fruit f.o.b.s as of May 4
Marketscope — Fruit f.o.b.s as of May 4

This information, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service, shows week-by-week shipments and f.o.b.s for commodities from shipments for the fresh market.

Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of May 4
Marketscope — Vegetable f.o.b.s as of May 4

This information, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service, shows week-by-week shipments and f.o.b.s for commodities from shipments for the fresh market.

Marketscope: Vegetable f.o.b.s as of March 16
Marketscope: Vegetable f.o.b.s as of March 16

This information, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service, shows week-by-week shipments and f.o.b.s for commodities from shipments for the fresh market.

Distributors anxious about expanded tomato inspections
Distributors anxious about expanded tomato inspections

Increased inspections are scheduled to begin on April 1 in Nogales, Ariz., as a result of the tomato suspension agreement that took effect in September, and distributors say they’re not sure what to expect.

Marketscope: Vegetable f.o.b.s as of March 9
Marketscope: Vegetable f.o.b.s as of March 9

This information, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service, shows week-by-week shipments and f.o.b.s for commodities from shipments for the fresh market.

Marketscope: Vegetable f.o.b.s as of March 11
Marketscope: Vegetable f.o.b.s as of March 11

This information, provided by the USDA AMS, shows week-by-week shipments and f.o.b.s for commodities from  shipments for the fresh market. Protective services are extra unless otherwise stated.

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Health attributes, choices drive potato sales, marketers say

The best way to keep potatoes moving is to keep consumers informed, marketers say.

Summer is the slow season at the New England Produce Center, wholesalers say. “No one needs a distributor when you can grow tomatoes in your own backyard. August to September is our slowest time of the year because of local produce,” says Allen Lisitano, vice president of Lisitano Produce Inc.
Marketscope: Vegetable commodity f.o.b.s as of Feb. 26

Vegetable commodity f.o.b.s as of Feb. 26