Chiquita releases video celebrating America 250
Ahead of Independence Day, Chiquita releases a patriotic video celebrating the brand's longstanding connection to America.
The Wendy’s Company names CFO
The Wendy's Company appoints Steve Cirulis as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, effective June 23, 2026.
CPMA advances action to reduce food loss and waste
Through a series of recent initiatives, CPMA is strengthening its leadership in helping companies reduce and recover value from FLW.
Fruit World starts organic grape season with new packaging
Creekside Organics starts its 2026 California grape season, featuring Organic Thomcord and Kyoho grapes marketed under the Fruit World brand.
Side Delights’ potatoes capitalize on high-fiber food trend
Fresh Solutions Network helps retailers capitalize on a fast-growing nutrition trend with its Side Delights value-added potato products.
World Cup freight: host city rates break away from the pack
Two weeks ago, World Cup host city reefer rates and the rest of the country were rising together. That has...
President suspends duties on some fertilizers to lower costs
The temporary suspension will increase phosphate fertilizer availability and help lower one of agriculture’s largest production expenses.
Produce industry headlines: June 29, 2026
Read about Albertsons legal setback in failed merger suit, USDA on SNAP payment errors, grocery prices remain a top pain...
Pepper market is uneasy with bad weather in the East and transition in the West
East Coast production is down due to recent heavy rains in Georgia and drought conditions in North Carolina.
Oppy expands Australian Soluna apple summer program
This season marks an expansion for the Australian Soluna apple variety, with shipments to both the East Coast and West...
Melon 1 celebrates America 250 with retail program
This season, more than 315,000 patriotic Melon 1 watermelon display bins are appearing in retail locations across the East Coast...
ProduceIQ: Lettuce, avocados ease while melons soar ahead of Fourth of July
The first widespread heat dome of the summer arrives just as Fourth of July demand kicks into high gear, but...
Bee Sweet heats up summer citrus program
As California’s citrus season wraps up, the Bee Sweet Citrus sales team is shifting its focus to the company’s summer...
Kroger celebrates Independence Day with ‘flight’ food experiences
The Kroger Co. helps customers celebrate Independence Day with fresh inspiration, low prices, and customizable "flights."
MOM’s Organic Market partners with RELEX for AI planning
MOM's Organic Market selects RELEX to advance planning and improve pricing, promotions, vendor funding, and shelf space decisions.
Produce industry headlines: June 26, 2026
Links today include a loyalty program ranking, rise in restaurant chain closures, Publix mourns, industry insights on AI, and more.
NMFTA releases AI governance framework for transportation companies
National Motor Freight Traffic Association releases the NMFTA Cybersecurity AI Governance Framework, a free resource.
Casey’s three-year strategic plan includes 400 new stores
Casey's new three-year strategic plan is centered on three priorities: accelerating food and beverage, expansion, and operational efficiency.
