THE PRODUCE REPORTER
Banana industry works for tariff exemption
Tom Stenzel, executive director of BANA, said he and BANA members are working with government leaders to gain an exemption for bananas.
General News
Superfresh Growers promotes organic line during Earth Month
In late 2024, Superfresh Growers launched an organic packaging line for smaller apples, and share their passion for sustainable farming.
South Mill Champs and Sprouts Farmers Market partner on sustainable mushroom packaging
South Mill Champs has partnered with Sprouts Farmers Market to introduce flow-wrapped bamboo tills for their mushroom products
Mexican avocado industry launches ‘Path to Sustainability’
The Avocado Institute of Mexico launched its “Path to Sustainability,” a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing environmental stewardship
USTR revises structure in maritime fees decision
IFPA issued the following statement after the U.S. Trade Representative announced its decision to implement a new fee structure
Court of International Trade affirms dumping by Mexican tomato industry
The Court of International Trade today confirmed the Department of Commerce’s recent findings that Mexicans dumped tomatoes
Taylor Farms responds to outbreak lawsuits
“Taylor Farms product WAS NOT the source of the referenced 2024 E. Coli outbreak,” said Taylor Farms in a statement…
The Produce Reporter Week in Review April 18, 2025
Tariff discussions diverge between North and South, and the tomato industry starts another chapter of suspension agreement battles.
Truck Availability Report, April 17, 2025
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs.
Banana industry works for tariff exemption
Tom Stenzel, executive director of BANA, said he and BANA members are working with government leaders to gain an exemption…
The MAHA vs. retail battle begins with SNAP waivers
The first signs of retail pushback on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program changes have materialized.
ProduceIQ: Easter demand lifts prices as tariffs rattle produce industry
A broad range of produce commodities will feel the immediate effects of President Trump’s newly imposed tariffs.
The Produce Reporter Week in Review April 11, 2025
What would the week be without tariff news? We had more. We also heard from Walmart executives on their digital…
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Stemilt honors farmworkers for Farmworker Awareness Week
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Retail
Walmart opens new DC in Florida
Walmart associates and community members celebrated the grand opening of a new 1-million-square-foot distribution center in Jacksonville.
Heritage Grocers Group promotes two to Group VP
Hispanic and ethnic food retailer Heritage Grocers Group announces the promotions of two key leaders, Kim Cates and Allison Garcia.
Kroger announces key leadership appointments
The Kroger Co. today announced several appointments of experienced enterprise leaders to new retail roles.
Schnucks joins DoorDash for on-demand grocery delivery
DoorDash and Schnuck Markets announced a new partnership to provide consumers with access to on-demand delivery of groceries.
Edible Garden signs exclusive distribution agreement with Midwest retailer
Edible Garden AG Incorporated announced the signing of an exclusive two-year vendor supply agreement (VSA) with Berkot’s Super Foods
Walmart reaffirms strategy at investment meeting
Walmart hosted its investment meeting leaders highlighted the consistency and strength of the company’s business operations and strategy.
People
EarthFresh announces personnel appointments post-acquisition
As EarthFresh continues its rapid expansion across North America, it announces a series of strategic appointments within its ranks.
Baldor Specialty Foods names new president
Baldor Specialty Food announced today the appointment of industry veteran David McInerney as its new president.
Topline Farms hires Chief Sustainability Officer
Leamington, ON (April 7th, 2025) – Topline Farms, a family-owned leader in premium greenhouse grown produce, announced the appointment of…
Homegrown Organic Farms hires citrus category manager
Homegrown Organic Farms is pleased to announce the addition of Carrie Briones as its newest Citrus Category Manager.
IFPA begins search for new food safety officer
IFPA has announced that Chief Food Safety & Regulatory Officer, Natalie Dyenson, will be leaving the organization for a new…
Stemilt names new sustainability coordinator
March 27, 2025 WENATCHEE, Wash. – Stemilt BB #:113654 is pleased to announce Jana Fischback as its new Sustainability Coordinator…
Featured Stories
USDA cancels Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced the cancellation of the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities (PCSC).
Inflation continues to slow, as fresh produce shows deflation
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers decreased 0.1% on a seasonally adjusted basis in March, after rising 0.2%…
Trump announces 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs
President Donald Trump announced in a 90-day pause on newly implemented country-specific reciprocal tariffs—except those applied to China.
HHS and USDA outline vision for healthier America
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and USDA Secretary Brooke L. Rollins collaborated on their first Make America Healthy Again…
ProduceIQ: Tariffs on hold, but prices still under pressure
While the industry has narrowly avoided a direct tariff hit, long-term prices may rise due to the increased costs of…
GrubMarket acquires Delta Fresh Produce
GrubMarket announced it has completed the acquisition of Nogales, AZ-based produce distributor Delta Fresh Produce
Transportation
Truck Availability Report, April 17, 2025
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs.
DAT: Spot flatbed volumes surged in March
Spot truckload freight volumes rebounded in March, led by a sharp increase in the movement of flatbed loads, said DAT…
Truck Availability Report
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs.
Lineage acquires cold storage in Washington
Lineage, Inc. announced its acquisition of three warehouses totaling approximately 24 million cubic feet from Bellingham Cold Storage.
Truck Availability Report
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs. Each week we’ll…
Truck Availability Report
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs. Each week we’ll…
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