Produce industry headlines: August 28, 2026

Good afternoon! It’s Friday, August 28, 2026. Here’s what’s happening in produce and grocery today.

Read about dollar stores’ sales growth, new leadership at Heritage Grocers, a court ruling against H-2A wage rule, a FPFC expo update, Florida citrus stats, and U.S. potato growers’ trouble shipping to Canada.

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Top Stories

Dollar stores grow sales as grocers grapple with weak results

Dollar General and Dollar Tree each posted solid year-over-year sales growth in their latest fiscal quarters, as the retailers both saw customer traffic and average basket sizes increase.

Heritage Grocers Group Announces 7 Executive Leadership Appointments

The California retail group announces a slate of executive leadership appointments and promotions spanning operations, technology, merchandising, logistics, and human resources.

Federal Court Strikes Down H-2A Wage Rule, Leaving Growers Exposed

The court ordered the Labor Department to create a new wage calculation methodology, and a backpay provision creates unprecedented liability for employers.

Fresh Produce and Floral Council Wraps 2026 Holiday Showcase

Read reflections from attendees and organizers of the August 26-27 event.

Florida citrus acreage falls 21% as crop output rises 7%

According to the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, Florida’s commercial citrus acreage declined in 2026, while citrus output increased during the 2025-2026 season.

U.S. potato growers challenge Canadian anti-dumping review process

The National Potato Council accuses Canadian regulators of blocking U.S. producers from participating in the ongoing review of a 40-year-old anti-dumping order covering British Columbia.