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.
Angelo Caputo’s Fresh Markets, Festival Foods, Marc’s and Woodman’s Food Markets have joined the DoorDash Marketplace.
The kiwifruit marketer says the achievement reflects growing global demand with household penetration.
Roastables was selected from 10 innovation finalists to receive the Joe Nucci Innovation Award, which celebrates the “best product innovation in service of expanding fresh fruit and vegetable consumption.”
Swiftly says its in-app video ads provide regional and independent grocers with a tool to engage this demongraphic while offering fresh produce brands a new way to connect with shoppers.
For every orange bag purchased by customers over the next three weeks, five meals will be donated to local food banks, the company says.
The new campaign emphasizes fresh produce as the focus for creating simple yet healthy meal options.
The campaign began in March 2023 and raised meals to benefit 19 food banks across the Midwest.
The Watsonville, Calif.-based grower said retailers can expect an ample amount of organic and conventionally grown strawberries, including from its Fresh From Florida label.
Companies meeting the program standard diverted 1.2M tons of food waste in 2024, according to Where Food Comes From Inc.
By using the Flashfood app, Loblaw customers also have diverted nearly 86 million pounds of potential food waste from landfills since 2019.
The retailer has appointed former Fresh Market CEO Jason Potter to the leadership role.
The retailer says its new look will embrace its legacy and its evolution as a company.
With the promotion, Bob Gleeson will oversee key departments including merchandising, marketing, store operations, IT, pharmacy and supply chain.
The brand says it is providing date boxes to meet demand and resources to help drive sales.
The additions to the Hot N’ Spicy line offer convenience with bold flavors for Big Game celebrations or everyday meals, the company says.
The organization said it has prepared its marketing campaigns and promotional materials for retailers for the upcoming season.
The specialty retailer plans to open more than seven stores and hire over 650 team members throughout the state.
Overall volume sales for fresh potatoes increased, while dollar sales declined, according to a report from Potatoes USA.
Director of Produce and Floral Merchandising Dennis Payne takes The Packer on a tour of a new concept store in South Florida.
California Giant Berry Farms says its Giant Blueberries are available in good volume from March through August, with peak availability in April and May.
The facility provides more capacity, greater efficiency and added convenience to better serve digital and in-store customers, the company says.
By being available for weekend and evening shifts from the start, new employees can enhance their reputation and the chance of getting their preferred schedule later on, says columnist Armand Lobato.
A survey report from Everseen shows 98% of retailers plan full artificial intelligence deployment by 2027, while consumers emphasize the need for greater transparency of AI use.
This partnership addresses the growing demand in the independent grocery sector for flexible, scalable self-checkout systems that seamlessly integrate with next-generation POS systems, the company says.
The Oklahoma-based grocer is deploying Local Express’ Made-to-Order omnichannel solution at its 36 Homeland and 11 United stores to modernize prepared foods, catering and foodservice operations.
A recent marketing summit hosted by the council allowed industry members to collaborate, share insights and discuss strategies to drive fresh mushroom demand.
A full produce markdown rack can be a symptom of inefficiencies contributing to increased shrink, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Supporting its Zero Hunger, Zero Waste impact plan, the grocer says it hopes the ad spot inspires viewers to get involved in the mission to end childhood hunger.
The grower-packer-shipper says it anticipates good volume through April for the fruit, known for its reddish magenta internal color and berry-like flavor.
The consumer goods and food delivery company will deliver special limited-edition boxes with six Sumo citrus in New York and Los Angeles.