Produce Retail
On the “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast: Tom Cingari of the Cingari Family ShopRite supermarkets talks store modernization, sustainable changes, produce trends, digital impulse buys. Read about the first two topics here.
Afresh Technologies, a San Francisco-based fresh food technology company, has expanded its flagship, built-for-fresh solution from produce into other fresh departments including meat, seafood, deli and foodservice.
The grocer has launched “Sincerely, Food” — an omnichannel marketing campaign that it says celebrates the company’s purpose to bring people together around the joys of food and inspire well-being.
Direct-to-consumer online grocer Misfits Market rescued more than 55 million pounds of food in 2022 alone, according to the company’s annual report.
Wholesum seeks to reinvigorate the organic pepper category this spring with a new pepper called Dolci Belles.
Not every job requires using every tool on hand; however, having well-planned “toolkit” can keep productivity rolling, no matter the tasks that arise, says columnist Armand Lobato.
Following its affordably priced Easter and spring meal promotions, The Kroger Co. is now promoting menus specially curated for Memorial Day backyard barbecues, featuring grilling favorites and plenty of fresh sides.
Onions will be shipped with co-branded packaging that highlights the foundation’s work in supporting the nation’s defenders, veterans and first responders, and Herndon Farms will donate a portion of the gross sales.
If price were no object, would consumers definitely eat more fresh organic produce? That’s one of the questions addressed in The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2023, which surveyed shoppers about how they buy fresh produce.
The Packer’s consumer survey sought responses on the motivations behind organic produce purchases, along with information on where consumers shop and how much of a premium buyers said they would be willing to pay.
Nine inspections of stores in four states operated by Dollar General Corp. and Dolgencorp found unsafe conditions for employees, according to the Department of Labor.
It’s a given that managers want to avoid overtime, but skimping on regular-hour scheduling can be counterproductive, says columnist Armand Lobato.
When it comes to moving the needle on fresh produce consumption through foodservice, personalization and convenience are key, as is a healthy dose of wow factor.
Growers of Rave apples are readying for the upcoming season and encouraging retailers to do the same to take advantage of the apple’s flavors and campaign to aid students heading back to class.
Flexing its branded produce power, Driscoll’s has secured a spot among the top 10 retail grocery brands based on data from Circana Integrated Fresh Market Advantage, Food, for the 52 weeks ending May 21, 2023.
In the event of a recession, consumers say they would cut back most on steak, pork and dining out, a survey reports.
Bakersfield, Calif.-based Bako Sweet has announced a collaboration with DreamWorks Animation’s Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight.
Overnight produce receiving isn’t for everyone, but it can solve many problems for stores with once particular issue in their layout, says columnist Armand Lobato.
It’s nice to have a great idea, but it’s even better to execute the plan at some point. Columnist Armand Lobato has advice for getting over the hump.
Recent analysis shows that the potato category gives retailers untapped opportunities to drive additional customer engagement.
In a move aimed at meeting growing customer demand for online shopping, Hy-Vee Inc. has partnered with Takeoff Technologies to employ micro fulfillment centers in select metro locations.
The Hass Avocado Board has released a study tracking a trend that’s driving avocado sales year over year.
ROME — Few produce shopping experiences beat the bustle of a Saturday morning at the Eternal City’s Mercato Trionfale, the latest destination in The Packer’s Market Crush series.
The Carlisle, Pa.-based grocer has been recognized by the EPA’s GreenChill Program for reaching superior goal achievement in its refrigerant emissions reduction goal in 2022.
See what shoppers prefer when it comes to fruit packaging, culled from Circana data by Fusion, a produce marketing firm.
A powerful force in fresh produce, Hunts Point Produce Market is as rich in family history as it is passionate about feeding fresh fruits and vegetables to some 22 million people every year.
The holidays have plenty of hustle and bustle for shoppers, so convenience, the right variety and value (more than ever) will be at the top of their lists. Give the gift of ease in picking produce to fill their carts.
Who doesn’t love a best of (insert year) list? Learn about some of the year’s best produce products, promotions, packages, retailer social accounts and merchandising.
Like chess or any good board game, making sure that all the merchandising pieces fit together requires planning and anticipation, says columnist Armand Lobato.
The Arlington, Va.-based company says its CSR strategy includes working to provide solutions to environmental and social issues that matter most to its team members, communities and other valued stakeholders.