Produce industry headlines: July 8, 2026

Good afternoon! It’s Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Here’s what’s happening in produce and grocery today.

Read more analysis on the Kroger-Giant Eagle deal, inside USDA’s grocery price forecast, a survey of consumers on high food prices, grocery taking on fast food meals, USApple’s promotion, a mango crop update, and more.

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5 things to know about the Kroger-Giant Eagle deal

Both retailers have targeted lowering prices and improving in-store experiences.

Fertilizer, Fuel, and Beef: How Costs Ripple Through Grocery Prices

Texas A&M University’s David Anderson analyzes the USDA’s 18-month forecast of higher grocery prices.

Shoppers want lawmakers to crack down on grocery prices

According to a recent study, American consumers are fed up with high grocery prices and want the government to bring them down.

Fast food’s newest rival isn’t another burger chain. It’s the grocery store.

According to Placer.ai, supermarkets’ expanding prepared foods are becoming a viable alternative to drive-thru meals.

USApple names new Vice President of Communications

The U.S. Apple Association promotes Lynsee Gibbons to Vice President, Communications.

Weather abnormalities are reshaping Mexican mango exports

Temperatures above normal are causing lighter mango supplies from Mexico, leading to higher prices.