The Produce Reporter Week in Review – March 31, 2023
Pamela misses out on playing in Viva Fresh golf in Grapevine, TX, so instead visits some local retailers and reports HEB does things differently in Dallas than Austin....
Pamela misses out on playing in Viva Fresh golf in Grapevine, TX, so instead visits some local retailers and reports HEB does things differently in Dallas than Austin. She and Greg also discuss the sad news that Chick-fil-A becomes the latest QSR to drop side salads, and what that means for the salads at foodservice.
Chick-fil-A removes side salad from menu
Aldi expands merch collection with all items under $10
Viva Fresh Golf Open honors long-time TIPA employee
TIPA announces keynote speaker for Viva Fresh 2023
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