THE PRODUCE REPORTER
U.S. business groups urge pause to withdrawal from tomato suspension agreement
U.S. business groups joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in urging a pause to the plan to withdraw from the tomato suspension agreement.
General News
Duda expands Georgia sweet corn processing facility
Duda Farm Fresh Foods announces the addition of a fresh-cut corn processing facility within its Georgia sweet corn operations.
Mushroom Council partners with Domino’s ‘Best Deal Ever’ promotion
The Mushroom Council partners with Domino’s in celebrating mushrooms, offering any pizza with any toppings for the value price of…
U.S. business groups urge pause to withdrawal from tomato suspension agreement
U.S. business groups joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in urging a pause to the plan to withdraw from the…
U.S. Foods may acquire rival distributor
U.S. Foods is evaluating the acquisition of foodservice distributor rival Performance Food Group, according to a news report.
Bee Sweet Citrus starts summer citrus season
As California’s citrus season draws to a close, the Bee Sweet Citrus sales team has turned its focus to its…
National Mango Board celebrates peak season with second annual ‘Joy Ride’ tour
The National Mango Board returns its popular “Joy Ride” mango tour, bringing fresh mangos to the Chicago and Dallas areas…
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Retail
Online grocery sales continue to surge in June 2025
U.S. online grocery sales totaled $9.8 billion for June 2025, a 27.6% increase compared to last year, according to Brick…
Superfresh Growers partners with Festival Foods on record-breaking cherry display
On July 16, the De Pere, WI Festival Foods will host the largest cherry display in company history with fruit…
Walmart, Sam’s Club support Texas flood relief efforts
Walmart, along with Sam’s Club and the Walmart Foundation, are stepping up to support communities in South Texas following the…
Kroger offers savings on kid-friendly meals
The Kroger Co. shared a summer meals grocery haul, serving five days of delicious kid-friendly lunches for less than $50.
IFPA Retail Merchant Innovation Awards nomination deadline approaches soon
The deadline for nominating someone for this year’s IFPA Retail Merchant Innovation Award is July 11, 2025.
Gelson’s Markets upgrades technology with Upshop
Gelson’s Markets is embracing a data-driven transformation in store operations by partnering with Upshop’s platforms.
People
Sparky’s Transportation names new CFO
Sparky’s Transportation Corporation announces that Anika Sehne has been hired as its Chief Financial Officer as of May 2025.
CFFA hires director of government relations
CFFA hires Clayton Smith, as its new Director of Government Relations, having served as a Legislative Assistant in the U.S….
Industry mourns the loss of citrus leader Joel Nelsen
Joel Andrew Nelsen, former leader of the California Citrus Mutual, unexpectedly passed away July 1, at the age of 78.
Cox Farms adds to leadership team
Cox Farms, a leader in indoor agriculture and the largest greenhouse operator in North America, adds three to its corporate…
Sales leader rejoins Fresh Del Monte Produce
Fresh Del Monte Produce announces the appointment of Mark Gagnon as Vice President of Sales – South Region.
Wendy’s appoints CFO as interim CEO
The Wendy’s Company board has appointed Ken Cook, CFO, as interim CEO following the departure of Kirk Tanner, president and…
Featured Stories
ProduceIQ: Flooding and storms drive up prices on key summer items
From Mexico to the Carolinas, bad weather is interrupting harvests and pushing prices up for sweet corn, bell peppers, squash,…
The Produce Reporter Week in Review July 11, 2025
A look at what’s in it for produce in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and USDA’s National Farm Security…
ProduceIQ: A week of rain, dropping prices, and raspberry deals
The ProduceIQ index is well below average for week #27 due to the historically low prices of heavily weighted commodities…
The Produce Reporter Week in Review July 3, 2025
It’s an Independence Day special edition of Week in Review as retail analyst Pamela Riemenschneider joins via video.
Del Monte Foods files Chapter 11, seeks buyer
Packaged food company Del Monte Foods Corporation, Walnut Creek, CA, began Chapter 11 proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court.
Three produce companies targeted with impersonation fraud
Blue Book Services has noticed an uptick in impersonation fraud in the produce industry and warns members to be alert.
Transportation
Truck Availability Report, July 10, 2025
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs.
Truck Availability Report, July 3, 2025
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs.
Truck Availability Report, June 26, 2025
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs.
Oppy recognizes top transportation partners in 2025
Oppy announces the winners of its 2025 Carrier of the Year (COTY) Awards, recognizing five transportation partners.
Jerue issues alert on fraudulent website spoofing and impersonation attempts
John J. Jerue Truck Broker, Inc. has become aware of unauthorized individuals fraudulently impersonating the company and sales staff.
Truck Availability Report, June 19, 2025
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs.
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