Produce industry headlines: June 23, 2026

Good afternoon! It’s Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Here’s what’s happening in produce and grocery today.

Read about Kroger’s pricing plans, the restaurant business’ bifurcation, event updates on CPMA and FPFC, a cherry crop update, South Korea’s expanding access to U.S. potatoes, and more.

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Top Stories

How Kroger is leaning on pricing and stores to reset its value proposition

Kroger CEO Greg Foran says the retailer needs to sharpen its relationship with customers to remain competitive.

Consumers are either trading down for discounts or trading up for experiences

A report finds that restaurants in the middle that have less clear positioning are losing share.

CPMA 2027 Trade Show is 80 Percent Sold Out

The annual event is scheduled for April 13-15, 2027, at the Vancouver Convention Center, featuring more than 700 booths.

FPFC opens sponsor, exhibitor slots for 2026 Holiday Showcase

The Fresh Produce and Floral Council’s 2026 Produce and Floral Holiday Showcase is set for August 26-27 at the Westin South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, CA.

Early, and slightly smaller Northwest cherry crop for 2026

Growers say demand is strong and competitive at the start of summer, which works well for a smaller crop.

South Korea expands market access for U.S. potatoes

The Asian nation expands market access for U.S. fresh potatoes by approving imports from 11 additional states under the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement.