Rail strike averted, but problems remain

In recent weeks, the produce industry was rattled by news of a possible nationwide railway strike. It never materialized. After...

3 years ago 4 minute read

Dole brings back Malnutrition campaign with fruit-based ink promotion

LONDON, Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Designed to spark conversation and action, Malnutrition Labels: Nutritional Ink, launched today by the...

3 years ago 5 minute read

T&G boosts Jazz apple sales with Halloween campaign

It will be more tasty treats – without the tricks – this Halloween as JAZZ apples ramps up its successful...

3 years ago 2 minute read

The Produce Reporter Week in Review – September 30, 2022

Greg’s back from the International Fresh Produce Association’s Washington Conference with bad news about immigration reform. Aldi and Lidl are...

3 years ago 1 minute read

FFVA issues update on Hurricane Ian

Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association BB #:153753 Statement on Hurricane Ian Our thoughts and prayers are with all impacted by...

3 years ago 2 minute read

Produce industry celebrates Tom Stenzel’s service

Dinner proceeds of over $100,000 to benefit IFPA’s Foundation for Fresh Produce Washington, D.C. – Following International Fresh Produce Association’s...

3 years ago 6 minute read

Peruvian fresh avocado exports to grow 10% in 2022 season

From the beginning of the campaign to date, Peruvian avocado exports have reached 559,000 tons, reflecting an increase of 8...

3 years ago 1 minute read

End food stamps for junk food

President Biden’s recently announced goal of ending hunger in America by 2030 is certainly a worthy and admirable objective. It...

3 years ago 2 minute read

Western Growers issues statement on signing of AB 2183

IRVINE, CALIF. – Following Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signing of AB 2183 into law, Western Growers BB #:144734 President and CEO...

3 years ago 2 minute read

Game Changers: Vertical Growing

As a produce industry observer, I’m always on the lookout for innovation. And, as the North American fresh produce industry...

3 years ago 3 minute read

Midterm election projection from Washington Conference

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Historically, the party of the president does poorly in the midterm election, but this year may not...

3 years ago 2 minute read

GRAPHIC: Apples by the numbers

The U.S. is the world’s second largest apple producer, and its citizens consume more apples than any other fruit but...

3 years ago 1 minute read

UNFI expands, upgrades Shoppers banner

PROVIDENCE, R.I.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As part of its commitment to build its Shoppers banner by adding to and improving the stores in...

3 years ago 4 minute read

Eden Green opens first phase of $47MM vertical farm in North Texas

DALLAS, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Eden Green Technology BB #:375490, a next-generation indoor agriculture company, today announced its continued...

3 years ago 4 minute read

Williams Sonoma announces partnership with POM Wonderful

SAN FRANCISCO – Williams Sonoma, a portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., the world’s largest digital-first, design-led, and sustainable home retailer,...

3 years ago 5 minute read

Food surplus app Too Good To Go launches in LA

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Too Good To Go, the world’s largest surplus food marketplace, today announces its...

3 years ago 6 minute read

Kroger marks anniversary of Zero Hunger Zero Waste impact plan

CINCINNATI, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Throughout the month of September, The Kroger Co. BB #:100073 celebrated the five-year anniversary...

3 years ago 4 minute read

Game Changers: The Big Apple

As a produce industry observer, I’m always on the lookout for innovation. And, as the North American fresh produce industry...

3 years ago 3 minute read

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