Social Responsibility
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins’ $30-million citrus purchase to strengthen the U.S. supply chain draws approval from California Citrus Mutual CEO, Casey Creamer.
Graduate students pursuing doctoral work in controlled environment agriculture fields have until Dec. 19 to submit applications for event scholarships.
The Ethical Charter Implementation Program’s Leadership Circle aims to advance responsible labor across the fresh produce industry.
In collaboration with Healthy Family Project, the campaign highlights “better-for-you brands” and the power of community support.
Nourishing our Neighbors grants and gift cards will assist food banks in meeting increased need from families within the retailer’s 10-state operating area.
The Packer sat down with three executives from the retailer to discuss its “Right by You” Affordability Promise and how it puts savings and community first to help shoppers facing economic uncertainty.
Together with Albert Heijn and Banasan, the partnership has invested over $500K in the five-year Building Dreams initiative.
Meijer customers interested in partnering with the retailer in the fight against hunger in their communities can add a $10 Simply Give donation card to their order during their next shopping trip.
Twenty-five grocery partners have now joined together with DoorDash as part of a collective emergency food response to support those impacted by the loss of SNAP benefits.
With SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans set to end Nov. 1, a loss that could strip nearly $9 billion from the fresh produce industry, the states’ leaders respond to keep families fed.
The annual trek not only raises visibility for the Water For All mission but also provides an opportunity to witness the impact in communities it serves.
As USDA confirms no SNAP benefits will be issued on Nov. 1, DoorDash is stepping in to deliver 1 million free meals and waive delivery fees for hundreds of thousands of SNAP customers nationwide at Sprouts, Dollar General, Schnucks, Ahold Delhaize brands, Hy-Vee and Wegmans.
Pressured by disease and global issues on the one side, and changing consumer interests on the other, the future of banana marketing must become more engaging.
Equifruit says its mission is global fair-trade banana domination, and it’s pursuing that “badass” vision through unexpected, nimble marketing.
Federal and state leaders say the government shutdown’s halt of SNAP funding in November — the first time in history the program has been suspended during a shutdown — could leave 42 million Americans without food assistance, drawing urgent responses from food banks and grocery retailers bracing for economic fallout.
The successful donation campaign is timed around Grandparents Day to support seniors facing hunger and isolation.
Meijer team members chose more than 500 local organizations across the Midwest to support.
Through proceeds from limited-edition reusable bag sales and customer donations, the campaign raised a total of $113,220, exceeding the retailer’s $100,000 goal.
California is redefining school nutrition by pairing a new law banning ultra-processed foods with fresh, culturally inspired menus that celebrate the state’s diverse produce and student communities.
The company’s annual $10,000 charitable consumer campaign supports initiative aligned with the pillars of food security, youth education and community.
The company was awarded the “Sustainability in the Food Industry Award” from The Shelby and Griffin Report for efforts in Honduras.
The company received the 2025 award from the FPC Fresh Awards gala ceremony held in London.
With food insecurity affecting an estimated 48 million Americans, green tech like Careit helps nonprofits nationwide in the fight against food insecurity.
As part of its ongoing tradition, the company is awarding scholarships to 36 students who are children of its employees.
The honor was presented in Toronto to celebrate excellence in workplace safety, recognizing Del Fresco Pure for its safety culture initiatives.
As part of its “Don’t Just Check These: Check Yours” campaign, the company has pledged direct financial aid to help up to 300 consumers get a mammogram.
The report highlights many of the company’s sustainability and social responsibility initiatives, including education and empowerment of its workforce.
The scholarship will support eligible first-gen students with college applications, financial aid and more in Allen’s hometown of Firebaugh, Calif.
In partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, families from a local school will receive fresh produce and essential pantry items during a mobile food distribution.
This brings Publix Super Markets Charities’ total investment to help end hunger to over $78 million since 2015.