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The Produce Reporter Week in Review – Jan. 3, 2020
Greg and Pamela are back after the Christmas break talking consumer reaction to Cosmic Crisp apples, Pamela’s list of lists...
The verdict: Cosmic Crisp vs. Honeycrisp
A few days ago, I wrote about my initial impressions of the newfangled Cosmic Crisp apple (extremely good but not...
Starr Ranch moves organic product from plastic to cardboard
WENATCHEE, WA (Jan. 3, 2020) – Starr Ranch Growers BB #:113637 is extending its sustainability program with new packaging for...
Of microaggression and heart attacks
Fairness may be more crucial to your bottom line than you think. My father had his first heart attack the...
Five 2020 produce trends to watch
I keep an eye on food trends predictions, and make a few of my own, so this one comprehensive list...
The lowdown on the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl
The college football calendar saves a spud-tacular matchup between New Year’s Day and the January 13 national championship game. Of...
Be a better business partner
We can all agree the produce industry is a people business built on trust, but we also know there are...
Creativity, efficiency, and fun in 2020
On behalf of everyone at Blue Book, we extend our best wishes for a Happy New Year. May 2020 bring...
Sprouts sold at Hy-Vee, Fareway, Jimmy John’s recalled
Company Announcement: Sprouts Unlimited BB #:155147 of Marion IA is recalling clover spouts in 4 oz packages because it may...
My Cosmic Crisp apple exploration
I went to the supermarket yesterday to pick up a couple of things for my wife. Immediately I went to...
Australian mangos: it’s all about the eating experience
How can you get shoppers to pay $8 for a mango? For Australian mangos, it’s all about the “amazing” eating...
Being anti-plastic is anti-environment
Consumers’ desire to cut down on plastic waste comes from a good place. As a society, we should strive to...
Here’s why Philadelphia’s market is one of a kind
One of the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market’s most unique advantages is that none of its premises is outside—it’s a completely...
Data can’t replace human intelligence
The future is data, they say. Doug Merritt, CEO of the software firm Splunk, says (as reported in a Fortune...
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...
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...
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...
The apple takes the spotlight in the Big Apple
NEW YORK – It had to be apples in the Big Apple. It’s rare to find a real groundbreaking new...
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