Pamela Riemenschneider, Author at Blue Book

Expect higher prices with light strawberry supplies

Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this crop forecast March 27, 2023 Supply levels will plummet further than expected for the...

2 years ago 2 minute read

Retailers to Watch: Hy-Vee

Industry observers are keeping an eye on several retailers: many are regional and rapidly expanding, while others are gaining momentum...

2 years ago 4 minute read

AeroFarms adds produce industry leaders for expansion success

Newark, New Jersey – AeroFarms, a Certified B Corporation and global leader in indoor vertical farming AeroFarms announces produce industry...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Oppy secures year-round blueberry program with new source

NEWARK, Del. — Bridging the gap between Mexico and the Pacific Northwest blueberry seasons, the leading grower, marketer and distributor...

2 years ago 3 minute read

ProduceIQ: With Salinas transition behind schedule, growers work to extend harvest

Howdy, from Viva Fresh in Grapevine, Texas! Light is at the end of the tunnel for weary, water-logged California growers....

2 years ago 4 minute read

GrubMarket expands fresh produce supply to Ukraine, Romania, opens Egypt office

SAN FRANCISCO, March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — GrubMarket BB #:301166 today announced that it has expanded its supply of fresh produce to...

2 years ago 4 minute read

Cub Foods CEO departs for Wakefern

Keasbey, NJ (March 24, 2023) – Wakefern Food Corp. BB #:101244, the nation’s largest retailer-owned cooperative with member companies that own...

2 years ago 4 minute read

Grocers fear faithless online shoppers: 74% believe digital makes customers less loyal

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Recent research by Incisiv, conducted in collaboration with The Food Industry Association (FMI) and in partnership with Loyal Guru, shows that maintaining shopper...

2 years ago 4 minute read

Hazel Technologies makes executive changes

CHICAGO, March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Matthew Walker, Chairman of the Board for Hazel Technologies, Inc., today announced Parker Booth as the company’s new Chief Executive...

2 years ago 6 minute read

Instacart adds retail customizations including discounts and BOGOs

SAN FRANCISCO, March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, today announced new capabilities for retailers designed...

2 years ago 8 minute read

Retailers to Watch: Redner’s Markets

Industry observers are keeping an eye on several retailers: many are regional and rapidly expanding, while others are gaining momentum...

2 years ago 3 minute read

Stemilter’s Day: a celebration of culture and sustainability

WENATCHEE, Wash. – On March 20, Stemilt BB #:113654 celebrated its second annual Stemilter’s Day to recognize the hard work...

2 years ago 1 minute read

IFPA retail conference focuses on boosting retail performance

Newark, De. – The Retail Conference, June 7-8 in Oak Brook, IL (Chicago area), will tackle top industry issues, foster...

2 years ago 4 minute read

The Produce Reporter Week in Review – March 24, 2023

Pamela’s got the Mexican Table Grape estimate, which is shaping up to be another strong season, and Greg’s been watching...

2 years ago 1 minute read

Instacart expands advertising options for fresh produce

In Collaboration with The White House, Instacart Unveils Industry-First Offering That Expands Advertising to Fresh Produce Brands, Farms, and Agricultural...

2 years ago 13 minute read