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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...
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.
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...
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...
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
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...
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?...
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...
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
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...
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.
Some tariff clarity revealed at Viva Fresh
With the tariff landscape changing weekly, so are the adjustments that fresh produce companies must make.
The MAHA vs. retail battle begins with SNAP waivers
The first signs of retail pushback on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program changes have materialized.
Tariff talk and new products at CPMA have attendees buzzing
This year’s “Fresh Week” trade show for CPMA in Montréal rewarded attendees with plenty of nostalgia and future-forward thinking.
ProduceIQ: Easter demand lifts prices as tariffs rattle produce industry
A broad range of produce commodities will feel the immediate effects of President Trump’s newly imposed tariffs.
The Produce Reporter Week in Review April 11, 2025
What would the week be without tariff news? We had more. We also heard from Walmart executives on their digital...
Reciprocal tariffs and the food industry: What lies ahead
We may not be in a full-blown trade war quite yet, but we face one of the greatest challenges the...
ProduceIQ: Tariffs on hold, but prices still under pressure
While the industry has narrowly avoided a direct tariff hit, long-term prices may rise due to the increased costs of...
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