foodservice

Lipman Family Farms gives foodservice operators more fresh produce options

Lipman Family Farms makes it easier for restaurants to fulfill produce-forward demand without a big menu overhaul.

2 months ago 3 minute read

Produce industry headlines: April 23, 2026

Links: retail trends affecting the produce supply chain, restaurants lose market share to retail, a glimmer of hope in fighting...

2 months ago 2 minute read

Produce industry headlines: April 22, 2026

Read about Walmart's grocery market share, how higher gas prices affect U.S. and Canadian retailers, the most sustainable grocers, and...

3 months ago 2 minute read

Produce industry headlines: April 13, 2026

Read about retail adjustments to customer loyalty, menu prices rise, crop updates on Mexican avocados and grapes, and more.

3 months ago 2 minute read

Panera Bread launches Salad Stuffers

The brand famous for its iconic soup bread bowl is launching its freshest menu innovation: Salad Stuffers – a bread...

3 months ago 4 minute read

PRO*ACT partners with Instacart Business for ‘fill-in’ delivery

PRO*ACT partners with Instacart Business to help their distributors and foodservice operators relieve supply chain inefficiencies.

3 months ago 4 minute read

Produce industry headlines: April 8, 2026

Links today include a Kroger collusion lawsuit, another retail SNAP Doordash agreement, two stories on higher gas prices, and more.

3 months ago 2 minute read

Produce industry headlines: April 7, 2026

Today read about how traditional retailers compete on "value," retail store closures, spring restaurant menu trends, and more.

3 months ago 2 minute read

Produce industry headlines: April 3, 2026

Read about Albertsons' store closure plan, Sam's Club membership fees, restaurant chains topping 1,000 units, and more.

3 months ago 2 minute read

McDonald’s USA introduces meal deals to the McValue Menu

A new era of value is coming to McDonald's. Starting April 21, the Golden Arches is expanding its value offerings...

3 months ago 3 minute read

Produce industry headlines: April 1, 2026

Read about restaurants addressing gas price relief, top grocery executive changes in March, and a few of the better April...

3 months ago 2 minute read

Subway offers BOGO footlongs to help with financial pressure

Beginning April 1, Subway will offer all Sub Club members a FREE footlong sandwich with the purchase of another footlong...

3 months ago 2 minute read

Sysco to acquire Jetro Restaurant Depot in $29B deal

Sysco and Jetro Restaurant Depot have entered into an agreement under which Sysco will acquire Jetro to enter the Cash...

3 months ago 14 minute read

Hungry Howie’s launches new limited-time pineapple jalapeño crust

Hungry Howie's announces the nationwide debut of its newest limited-time innovation: pineapple jalapeño flavored crust.

3 months ago 3 minute read

SEPC’s STEP-UPP foodservice gains invaluable insights during spring tour 

Last week, the Southeast Produce Council successfully hosted its STEP-UPP Foodservice Class for an immersive spring tour.

3 months ago 4 minute read

Produce industry headlines: March 25, 2026

Read about the departing Ahold CEO's accomplishments, Uber on drone delivery, labor problems, an avocado forecast, and more.

3 months ago 2 minute read

Produce industry headlines: March 16, 2026

Read about Walmart's rapid remodel plan, Ahold Delhaize's new private label leader, New York's minimum raise proposal, and more.

4 months ago 2 minute read

Produce industry headlines: March 13, 2026

Links to analysis on the threats to regional retailers and how to deal with chaos in produce, plus sweet potatoes,...

4 months ago 2 minute read

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