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ProduceIQ: Cherries take a hit, but peaches start strong

As summer approaches rapidly, produce markets across North America are undergoing a transition with shifting weather patterns.

1 year ago 5 minute read
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The Produce Reporter Week in Review May 23, 2025 

We have a diet and lifestyle health crisis, and MAHA is the first time in generations that government acknowledges it...

1 year ago 3 minute read
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Adapt or fall behind: Why the produce industry must embrace data now

In a new era where precision, speed, and transparency are everything, reluctance by the produce industry to adapt is no...

1 year ago 3 minute read
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ProduceIQ: Fresh produce prices shift as Memorial Day demand builds

As Memorial Day approaches, fresh produce demand is heating up, despite some simmering concerns over tariffs and shifting weather patterns.

1 year ago 4 minute read
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The Produce Reporter Week in Review May 16, 2025 

Consumers remain angry about food inflation and expect it to be much worse than it is. Retailers have a challenge in...

1 year ago 3 minute read
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Consumer behavior shows lingering pain from inflation 

The pain of food inflation continues to drive consumer behavior, even when that pain has largely stopped, according to Circana...

1 year ago 2 minute read
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ProduceIQ: Cherry season starts with a bang

The ProduceIQ Index was catapulted by the start of cherry season, which began at record-high prices and a 25 percent...

1 year ago 4 minute read
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The Produce Reporter Week in Review May 9, 2025  

One of the most interesting sessions during IFPA's annual retail conference was evaluating the Trump administration’s first 100 days.

1 year ago 3 minute read
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Industry leaders assess first 100 days of Trump administration 

An expert panel gave its assessment of Trump’s first 100 days during the International Fresh Produce Association Retail Conference May...

1 year ago 3 minute read
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ProduceIQ: Formula 1 weekend meets fast-moving produce markets

While F1 drivers fought for grip on the wet track, produce markets navigate their own high-speed turns, weather obstacles, and...

1 year ago 4 minute read
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The Produce Reporter Week in Review May 2, 2025  

IFPA held its annual retail conference and its Foundation for Fresh Produce held its annual Consumer Connection Conference

1 year ago 4 minute read
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IFPA needs to see one thing before supporting SNAP junk food restrictions 

Some say fresh produce interests should support SNAP restrictions with the hope that they would lead to more fruit and...

1 year ago 2 minute read
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Increase consumption through motivation not education

People need better motivation to eat and serve more fruits and vegetables. Want to feel better? Want to look better?...

1 year ago 3 minute read
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ProduceIQ: Expect a pricey fiesta

May is looking like it could be an expensive month for fresh produce. Usually, warmer and more stable weather helps...

1 year ago 5 minute read
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The Produce Reporter Week in Review April 25, 2025 

Retail consultant Pamela Riemenschneider returns to Week in Review as we discuss why online grocery is booming and tariffs

1 year ago 1 minute read
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ProduceIQ: Florida growers face heat, trade shifts, and rising produce prices

Florida growers have a lot on their plates this week, with temperatures pushing into the 90s and little to no...

1 year ago 4 minute read
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The Produce Reporter Week in Review April 18, 2025  

Tariff discussions diverge between North and South, and the tomato industry starts another chapter of suspension agreement battles. 

1 year ago 5 minute read

Some tariff clarity revealed at Viva Fresh

With the tariff landscape changing weekly, so are the adjustments that fresh produce companies must make.

1 year ago 3 minute read

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