For their commitment to fresh produce, innovative merchandising, community service and customer satisfaction, 20 produce managers have been recognized by the 2024 Retail Produce Managers Award Program from the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA). “On the front lines, produce managers work incredibly hard to keep the produce department stocked, creatively merchandized and inviting to customers,” said Joe Watson, IFPA’s VP of retail, […]
Category: Produce News
Posted inProduce News, Albertsons, Southwest
The United Family Donates 50K+ Pounds Of Apples
During April, The United Family donated more than 50,000 pounds of apples to food banks and pantries across Texas and New Mexico. The food banks receiving donations were: South Plains Food Bank, High Plains Food Bank, Food Bank of West Central Texas, Minnies Food Pantry, West Texas Food Bank, Wichita Falls Area Food Bank, Food […]
Posted inProduce News, Midwest
2024 Michigan Asparagus Season Begins
The Michigan Asparagus season has begun and the vegetable will be arriving in stores about a week earlier than normal due to a warmer winter. Currently, volume is on track with thick asparagus ready to take center stage on plates and in bowls nationwide. As shoppers prioritize living a healthier lifestyle, cooking at home has […]
Posted inProduce News, Association News, National
IFPA Washington Conference Shifting To June
Registration has opened for IFPA’s 2024 The Washington Conference, with produce and floral’s most influential public policy event moving to June to better align with the congressional calendar and influence policymakers ahead of the election. Set for June 10-12 in Washington, D.C., the annual event unites all segments of the fresh produce and floral industry […]
Posted inProduce News, National
IFPA Honoring Nine For Produce Excellence In Foodservice
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has named the winners of the 2024 Produce Excellence in Foodservice Awards. Sponsored by FreshEdge, the awards program honors chefs and foodservice operators across the country for their produce innovation, creativity and all-around excellence in using fresh produce in the culinary arts. Along with global exposure, the recipients also […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Sunsweet Growers Selects Schuler As Next CEO
As the company nears its 110th anniversary and seeks to widen the margin of its position as “the world’s premier dried fruit brand,” Sunsweet Growers Inc. has named Brad Schuler as CEO. “Brad becomes the fourth consecutive CEO to be hired from within based on demonstrated performance,” said Dane Lance, outgoing president and CEO who […]
Posted inProduce News, National
Registration Opens For IFPA Global Produce, Floral Show
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has opened registration for its annual Global Produce and Floral Show, which is set for Oct. 17-19 in Atlanta. “I’m always excited to see how this show evolves to meet the needs of our members and our industry,” said Nelia Alamo of Markon, co-chair of the show. “Just one […]
Posted inProduce News, National
Earlier Easter Helps Boost Fresh Produce Sales
March 2024 fresh produce sales reached $8.8 billion, according to a recent report by Circana and 210 Analytics. In a strong month, produce units increased by 3 percent, with gains for fruit and vegetables. The full year also experienced increases in dollars and units. While fresh produce unit sales rose 3 percent, volume in pounds […]