Produce industry headlines: September 9, 2026

Good afternoon! It’s Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Here’s what’s happening in produce and grocery today.

Read a Canadian viewpoint on the escalating U.S.-Canada tariff war, about UNFI’s third quarter results, retail news on Whole Foods, Albertsons, and Loblaw, and blueberry supply levels as domestic production winds down.

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Top Stories

Counter-tariffs are here. Here’s why you can expect more shrinkflation

Sylvain Charlebois, the Food Professor, weighs in on the tariff war, noting how and where the impact will be felt most.

UNFI is under pressure but still turning a profit

Despite economic volatility, United Natural Foods, Inc. managed to post positive net income for its third quarter.

Whole Foods Market Is Fastest-Growing U.S. Grocery Brand: Report

According to Morning Consult, when it comes to grocery shopping, Whole Foods rules among adult U.S. shoppers.

Albertsons Names Whitman to New Executive Chair Role 

The former eBay and Hewlett-Packard CEO will bring her considerable experience to a newly created board role at Albertsons.

Loblaw to Increase Number of Store Openings in 2026, Test New Concepts

The retailer is expanding its store openings from 70 to 75 for this year as part of its $2.4 billion capital spending plan.

Peruvian blueberry supply increasing amidst transition to imports

Current supply is limited but available as U.S. production wanes and Peruvian growers get ready to fill the gap.