Produce industry headlines: August 27, 2026

Good afternoon! It’s Thursday, August 27, 2026. Here’s what’s happening in produce and grocery today.

Links today include Stater Bros.’ new price savings, packaging companies prepare for tariff disruption, a photo report from the FPFC Expo opening reception, a look at food safety in foodservice, and crop reports on California citrus and Mexican mangos.

To read more about the Canadian tariffs, click here.

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Stater Bros. Introduces New Pricing Initiative

California retailer Stater Bros. Market is lowering prices with Stater Saver, a new program making it easier for shoppers to save across products in every department.

Packaging industry braces for impacts from U.S.-Canada trade war

The packaging industry expects to experience the effects from the dispute as the added costs are applied across supply chains.

FPFC Expo kicks off with evening of connection and community

See a photo report as the 2026 FPFC Expo kicks off with its opening reception.

When one ingredient becomes an outbreak: Why food safety depends on layers

Food safety cannot depend on one control, one company, or one point in the supply chain.

California mandarin acreage reaches 68,536 acres in 2026

The California Department of Food and Agriculture released its annual acreage report based on a survey of 4,300 citrus growers.

Mexican mangos face historic losses in Nayarit due to climate factors

As the season winds down, production is lower than forecasts due to weather conditions.