USApple selects 2019 Young Apple Leaders

PRESS RELEASE–The U.S. Apple Association (USApple) has announced its class of 2019 Young Apple Leaders. Twenty-two accomplished and aspiring young...

6 years ago 4 minute read

Government shutdown frustrates organic industry

The organic food industry made great gains in the 2018 farm bill, but the ongoing government shutdown puts several benefits...

6 years ago 2 minute read

USDA restricts PACA violators in Florida and New York from operating in produce industry

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failure to pay reparation awards issued...

6 years ago 3 minute read

The Year Ahead: Transportation costs keep rising

Trucking industry rates have gone up 10 to 20 percent over the last year or so, with rate increases occurring...

6 years ago 1 minute read

New potato varieties have no easy path

The potato category continues to diversify, from the ever-popular Russets and reds to whites, yellows, and darker hues like blue...

6 years ago 1 minute read

CPMA welcomes new Canada Food Guide

PRESS RELEASE — The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) and Canadian Public Health Association (CPHA) welcome the positive changes announced...

6 years ago 3 minute read

Grocery delivery still needs a human touch

Am I the only one who thinks picking my produce from a driverless car is an absurd – and unnecessary...

6 years ago 2 minute read

New Seasons Market announces new leadership structure

Company Press Release  – January 22, 2019 – New Seasons Market, the world’s first B Corp grocery store, announced today...

6 years ago 2 minute read

The Year Ahead: Addressing convenience

Retailers continue to expand their selections of convenience-driven offerings, from pre-cut and value-added produce packs to grab-and-go salads and entrees...

6 years ago 2 minute read

Are you a growth or value CEO?

If you are familiar with stock-picking, you know there are two predominant theories of investing—growth and value. Growth is about...

6 years ago 2 minute read

Marketing can distinguish potatoes and onions

Potatoes and onions may be classics, but their appeal is universal. Consumers of all ages are rediscovering the full-flavored, healthful...

6 years ago 1 minute read

Produce goes back to bulk in retail plastic-reduction efforts

A United Kingdom-based retailer is testing a plastic-free produce department at one of its stores, along with measures across the...

6 years ago 2 minute read

Meal kit delivery Sun Basket launches 5-minute salads

PRESS RELEASE — Sun Basket, a leading healthy meal delivery service, today announced their latest innovation: Organic 5-minute salads. The easy-to-assemble salads,...

6 years ago 4 minute read

Texas A&M researcher receives honor

Press Release – Dr. Bhimu Patil, director of the Vegetable and Fruit Improvement Center at Texas A&M University in College Station,...

6 years ago 4 minute read

Latin America’s Produce Exports in Numbers

No one can dispute Mexico’s pivotal role in the North American produce scene, but in recent years countries across Central...

6 years ago 2 minute read

The Year Ahead: Shifting retail landscape

In the retail grocery world, change it seems, is the only constant. “Consumer purchasing is really changing,” says Don Goforth,...

6 years ago 2 minute read

Colorado recap: food safety, retail trends and data top grower concerns

GRAND JUNCTION, CO – I don’t know if you know this, but I’m big in Colorado. [iframe width=”600″ height=”400″ src=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/rFC5zYaM3Uc”...

6 years ago 2 minute read

The Produce Reporter Week in Review: January 18, 2019

Greg and Pamela discuss the most engaging topics for The Produce Reporter readers this week, including: Hy-Vee’s new Weight Watchers...

6 years ago 1 minute read

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