Produce Retail
Canada’s retail market is mature, consolidated and full of demand for produce, according to a USDA analysis of the country’s retail market.
From the moment shoppers enter the 87,500-square-foot Astor Place Wegmans — the Rochester, N.Y.-based grocer’s newest store — the fresh produce storytelling begins.
A new Columbia Business School study, “From People to Produce: How Appearance Bias Fuels Food Waste,” reveals how consumer preference for cosmetically perfect fruits and vegetables contributes to billions of pounds of food waste — meanwhile, companies like Misfits Market are working to change perceptions and reduce waste.
The featured guest on this “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast episode is Rob Nickels, who handles category management, procurement and merchandising of fresh produce and floral for Giant Food.
Side Delights says the Campbell’s 2024 “State of the Sides Report” highlights the regional flavor preferences that will drive consumer’s Thanksgiving shopping this year.
Avocado suppliers recently offered a look at innovative ingredients, creative recipes and consumer insights on this beloved dip.
The donation to American Red Cross includes a $100,000 corporate match from Hy-Vee.
The new blend is designed specifically for the Southern California market and available in 43 stores.
A partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will include a limited-edition “The Polar Express” themed navel orange carton with a digital movie at participating retailers.
Due to the extended season, the company reported strong Moroccan clementines will arrive late November and early December.
Intensifying competition for e-grocery customers has turbocharged U.S. demand as both total and delivery monthly sales set record highs.
The San Antonio-based grower said its Crystal Taste Award-winning heirloom tomato will be available at select Aldi stores across the U.S. in mid-November through March.
Columnist Armand Lobato explains one produce manager’s system of fixing troubled stores by committing to a monthlong push with no days off to get the ship righted.
The companies say versatile ingredients add nutrients and elevate holiday cooking.
The retail grocers are featuring affordable, convenient Thanksgiving meal packages catering to budget-conscious families.
The berries, which retail for $9.99 MSRP, come in packs of 11 medium or eight large berries and will be available in select stores in the Washington, D.C., area.
Produce and plant-based options are featured on the holiday menu, the company says.
The new benefit for Instacart+ members comes in response to consumer habits during the holidays, such as seeking last-minute gifts, decorations or an item or two for baking, the company says.
While some chains use a combination of hand-stacking and gentle pouring, depending on available labor and time, columnist Armand Lobato examines the pros and cons of both methods to see how they truly stack up.
Yakima, Wash.-based Domex Superfresh Growers is gearing up to commemorate Earth Day, April 22, with a bumper crop of organic apples.
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. – Some elements of the rapidly evolving retail landscape could be positive for produce, consultant Bill Bishop told California Fresh Fruit Association members March 26.
Morning Kiss Organic, Chelsea, Mass., has a year-round organic mango program.
Market Fresh Produce has hired Matthew Lamoureux as director of national sales
Oneonta Starr Ranch Growers has added organic bartletts and anjous from Argentina as it moves to a year-round organic pear program.
Green Giant Fresh has a new line of meal bowls with six distinct options.
Retail expert Steve Junqueiro has entered into an agreement with FreshSource LLC as its exclusive consultant.
The National Association of Perishable Agricultural Receivers’ annual golf tournament is May 1
It’s Cinco Delicioso time, as Avocados from Mexico inspires consumers to kick their guacamole consumption into gear as Cinco de Mayo approaches.
Bradenton, Fla.-based C&D Fruit and Vegetable Co. and Trio Farms are searching for a buyer after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in February.
Pleasant Prairie, Wis.-based Good Foods is launching Avocado Mash, a blend of organic hass avocados, lemon juice, sea salt and black pepper.
West Pak Avocado Inc. plans to unveil three organic brands at the United Fresh Produce Association’s Organic Showcase.
Dustin Hahn is the new West Coast sales director of Naturipe Avocado Farms, Salinas, Calif.
AgroFresh Solutions Inc. and Del Monte Fresh Produce NA are collaborating to give retailers tools to extend the shelf life of bananas across the country.