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Pure Flavor gives Mini Munchies a Christmas push
PRESS RELEASE Leamington, ON (December 20th, 2019) – Kids of all ages are making their Christmas lists for the holidays...
10 to Ponder… Industry leaders recall their best career advice
What was the best career advice you ever received, and how did it shape your future? Jan DeLyser California Avocado...
For your credit rating, knowledge is power
Knowing what’s in your company’s credit profile and how the business is rated or scored is paramount to both short-...
Philadelphians know food
When it comes to food, the City of Brotherly Love is the place to be. Sure, Pittsburgh may have been...
Albertsons pilots mini automated warehouses for e-commerce fulfillment
BOISE, Idaho, December 12, 2019 – Albertsons Companies BB #:193326 and Takeoff Technologies are teaming up to collaborate on the...
U.S. apple estimate higher than last year
The USDA’s Economic Research Service released the following apple crop update December 18, 2019: With the onset of cold weather...
PMA creates retail award for innovation
Newark, Del. – Produce Marketing Association BB #:153708 has created a new member-only award to recognize and showcase innovative merchant...
Vision Produce Co. adds to sales staff
PRESS RELEASE — Scott Levario has joined Vision Produce Company BB #:113718 and will be located in our Phoenix office....
House passes USMCA by wide margin
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement passed in the House of Representatives December 19 with an overwhelming 385-41 vote. The Senate now...
Jazz apple promotion push set for New Year
PRESS RELEASE JAZZ™ apples, famed for their signature crunch and tangy-sweet taste, have proven an exciting category performer. One of...
FDA updates romaine outbreak, increases illness cases
Statement from the Food and Drug Administration December 19, 2019: FDA, CDC, and state health authorities are investigating an outbreak...
Hispanic Retail: Who are the big players?
There’s no national Hispanic grocery chain, but many regional chains are growing strong. Here’s a handful of some of the...
Key influencers of your credit profile
A credit profile reflects specific detail on who owns and leads a business, how it operates, and how well it...
Dr. Oz show gives romaine outbreak lesson
The Dr. Oz Show featured a segment on the romaine lettuce recall December 16 that included information from the California...
This “best grocer” list is the worst
“Best” lists are both a blessing and a curse for retailers. While it’s great to see exceptional grocers get some...
Cherry exports up 75% in Chile, so far for the 2019-2020 season
Chilean cherry exports are up significantly over last season, but China takes the bulk of the crop. In a contribution...
United Fresh names inaugural food safety immersion program class
PRESS RELEASE — The United Fresh Produce Association BB #:145458 is pleased to announce Class One of the United Fresh...
Hispanic Market: Growing outside comfort zones
As the U.S. Hispanic population grows, retailers will meet the demand, whether it’s Hispanic retail chains or mainstream retailers changing...