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.
In addition to thousands of its employees volunteering for more than 150 projects, the company plans to collect donations at the register to support efforts to protect, conserve and restore local ecosystems.
Assumptions about covering for veteran clerks on vacation can backfire. Columnist Armand Lobato explains how to secure commitments for that vital extra help.
Company says small, sweet mangoes from Mexico are excellent for snacking customers.
The brand’s KiwiBrothers characters will have a prominent role in helping lift retails sales, along with new packaging and displays.
A new report shows how fourth-quarter holidays fueled bagged avocado sales as Halloween surpassed Super Bowl and Cinco de Mayo unit sales growth.
Dante Galeazzi, president and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, shares what consumers might see in the fresh produce department.
Opportunities to showcase watermelons are growing as consumer preferences and food trends are evolving — and it is available to help foodservice operators and retailers that feature the versatile melons.
Marketers say retailers should consider cross-promoting the versatile citrus to build demand during peak season.
John Ross, IGA CEO, shares his company’s strategy to transition to 2D bar codes and the benefits the bar codes hold for the fresh produce industry.
As early harvests show promise, the grower-shipper expects promotable volumes in a variety of pack sizes to support customer demand.
A misguided approach to pricing can cost you loyal customers. Columnist Armand Lobato discusses how to achieve sales goals and keep shoppers satisfied.
Side Delights says its loaded potato offering fits consumer interest in flavorful, convenient mealtime options.
Walt Churchill of Walt Churchill’s Market and Val Schlueter of Homeland received top honors, with Associated Wholesale Grocers presenting 11 additional awards.
The debut comes as the company retires an exclusive licensing deal with Mann Packing and Del Monte for baby broccoli sold as Broccolini.
The new multi-channel campaign highlights its multi-generational family-run stores and a legacy of commitment to local communities.
The holiday family feast features fresh produce like asparagus, russet potatoes and corn on the cob, available now through April 20.
The company expects high yields and advises retailers to showcase strawberries digitally and offer a variety of pack sizes to meet diverse customer needs.
Through the Orange Bag campaign, Food Lion says customers help address food insecurity and nourish people experiencing hunger by supporting access to nutritious food.
The National Mango Board campaign will feature a strategy with an emphasis on mango-forward recipes.
No Shells Dill Pickle appeals to both pistachio enthusiasts and fans of pickle-inspired snacks, the brand says.
The Salinas, Calif.-based company has introduced three new organic salad kits, each featuring dressings crafted with 100% organic avocado oil.
Retailers can leverage peak demand for avocados, limes, tomatoes and peppers with creative promotions, festive displays and cross-merchandising strategies.
Improved quality and consistent supply as Naturipe’s trees mature and produce more fruit has bolstered avocado supply from the country.
The new look focuses on the sustainable strawberry’s taste, says the fresh produce grower, marketer and distributor.
The Midwest grocer taps Instacart’s Carrot Ads solution to expand retail media advertising for CPG brands.
The omnichannel retailer’s hunger-relief platform accomplished its aim 10 months early and set a new goal to provide a total of 3 billion meals by 2032.
From sights, sounds and smells, stores have a variety of methods to entice shoppers, and produce has its own toolkit to capture maximum sales, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Year-over-year growth of 33% in both 2023 and 2024 indicates that the fruit continues to be a sought-after product with increasing consumer demand, the company says.
As spring approaches, California growers and suppliers share insights into production trends, consumer demand and industry innovations for seasonal vegetables.
Associated Wholesale Grocers said total distribution of cooperative benefits returned to shareholders was a record $642.1 million, up 6.53%.