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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...

2 days ago 4 minute read

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.

5 days ago 3 minute read

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 week ago 3 minute read

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 week ago 4 minute read

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

2 weeks ago 4 minute read

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...

2 weeks ago 2 minute read

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?...

2 weeks ago 3 minute read

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...

2 weeks ago 5 minute read

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

3 weeks ago 1 minute read

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...

3 weeks ago 4 minute read

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. 

4 weeks 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.

4 weeks ago 3 minute read

The MAHA vs. retail battle begins with SNAP waivers 

The first signs of retail pushback on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program changes have materialized.

4 weeks ago 4 minute read

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.

4 weeks ago 3 minute read

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.

1 month ago 4 minute read

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...

1 month ago 3 minute read

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...

1 month ago 5 minute read

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...

1 month ago 4 minute read

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