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Produce industry headlines: May 22, 2026

Read about Kroger's low-price plan, Weekend Interview with Molly Pop, mourning Ronald Bown, impending truck crunch, and more.

3 months ago 2 minute read

Produce industry headlines: May 18, 2026

Read about consumers struggles with rising food prices at retail and restaurants, FDA's leadership appointment, crop updates, and more.

3 months ago 2 minute read

SEPC’s 2026 STEP-UPP retail class completes immersive tour

The Southeast Produce Council successfully hosted its 2026 STEP-UPP Retail Class for their annual spring tour last week.

4 months ago 4 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.

5 months ago 4 minute read

SEPC and Blue Book partner to improve STEP-UPP education and certification 

SEPC partnered with Blue Book, which used AI to inform and complement the STEP-UPP education program, using SEPC’s established curriculum.

5 months ago 4 minute read

Plant Grow Harvest enters SEPC with new crop, strategic expansion, and Digs

Plant Grow Harvest enters SEPC Southern Exposure with strong crop performance, expanded organics, infrastructure investments, and new Digs?

6 months ago 3 minute read

SEPC names Vorhees Vision Scholarship recipients

Established in honor of the late Terry Vorhees, founder and Executive Director of SEPC, this scholarship recognizes young leaders.

6 months ago 2 minute read

SEPC releases Southern Exposure 2026 educational session speakers

Southern Exposure 2026 will spotlight the platform of SEPC Board Chair Sloan Lott, “From Fields to Families: Nourishing Our Nation.”

7 months ago 4 minute read

SEPC announces Southern Exposure 2026 keynote speakers 

The Southeast Produce Council is excited to unveil an inspiring speaker lineup for its upcoming annual conference,

10 months ago 3 minute read

SEPC enhances Southern Innovations experience with expanded networking adventures

With enthusiastic participation across sporting events, SEPC elevates Southern Innovations with professional growth and friendly competition.

11 months ago 3 minute read

The Produce Reporter Week in Review September 12, 2025

Greg and Pamela discuss research from SEPC that shows millennials are changing retail and local governments getting more involved in...

11 months ago 1 minute read

Ark Foods to showcase full line of produce at Southern Innovations

Ark Foods is exhibiting at the upcoming SEPC Southern Innovations Conference, where it will have its brand’s ever-growing portfolio.

11 months ago 3 minute read

SEPC’s ‘What’s New?’ consumer research shows how millennials are reshaping retail

SEPC unveiled its fifth annual What’s New? 2025 consumer research during a packed educational session at Southern Innovations.

11 months ago 5 minute read

Masser Family of Companies to showcase Side Delights Potatoes at the SEPC Southern Innovations 2025

Masser Family of Companies will showcase the power of innovation with Side Delights Potato products at SEPC Southern Innovations 2025.

12 months ago 3 minute read

SEPC releases expected buyers attending Southern Innovations

The Southeast Produce Council hosts its annual Southern Innovations tradeshow and conference September 10–13, 2025.

12 months ago 1 minute read

SEPC releases speakers for Southern Innovations September event

The Southeast Produce Council releases its speaker agenda for forthcoming Southern Innovations, September 10 – 13, 2025.

1 year ago 6 minute read

SEPC names 2025 Member Scholarship recipients

The Southeast Produce Council announces this year’s SEPC Member Scholarship recipients, awarding 41 scholarships ($61,500) in 2025.

1 year ago 3 minute read

SEPC Cares offers help for Hurricane Helene affected

Millen, GA (October 10, 2024) – Due to the overwhelming need for disaster relief in the wake of Hurricane Helene,...

2 years ago 1 minute read
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