Spring and summer holidays generated higher avocado unit sales compared to 2022, according to the holiday retail recap report from the Misson Viejo, California-based Hass Avocado Board. Easter, Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day and Father’s Day contributed a combined 27.5 million incremental avocado units versus the prior year. Avocado volume during Cinco De Mayo grew […]
Category: Produce News
Posted inProduce News, Midwest
Heartland Produce Co. Picks Repositrak For Compliance
Heartland Produce Co., a family-owned and -operated wholesale produce distribution company, has adopted an automated solution from Repositrak to collect and maintain compliance documentation. “All of us at Heartland Produce take pride in making food safety the top priority in everything we do – from how we handle and store product, to how we deliver […]
Posted inProduce News, Northeast
Hannaford To Build Healthy Habits Through Snack Pals Plates
Hannaford Supermarkets is helping children build lifelong healthy eating habits through its new Snack Pals Plates program. Through Oct. 31, customers can purchase a Snack Pals Plate located in displays beside the produce section at all Hannaford stores. The Snack Pals Plates are two for $5 and each purchase results in a donation to a […]
Posted inProduce News, National
IFPA Shares Speaker Lineup For Upcoming Show
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has released the list of speakers for The Global Produce & Floral Show, which is set for Oct. 19-21 in Anaheim, California. “Our commitment to helping members respond to the consumer marketplace, adopt new technology and innovation and put people first is reflected in the global show’s CEO Panel,” […]
Posted inProduce News, Organic Natural, Southwest
Whole Foods Marks 20 Years As Organic Grocer
It has been 20 years since Whole Foods Market, which offers more than 37,000 organic products across its stores, first attained its organic retail certification. In fact, Whole Foods has promoted organic since before there was a National Organic Program. The company also requires certification for organic label claims on all products it sells. CEO […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Midwest, Private Label Brands, Produce News
Kroger Brings Back Private Selection ‘Harvest Apple’ Line For Fall
Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. has brought back its Private Selection Harvest Apple line, a limited edition private label of autumn-inspired products. Available for a limited time, products can be shopped in-store only. “Private Selection’s Harvest Apple quickly became a customer favorite in its debut year and we are thrilled to return this classic flavor with even more products […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
SEPC Shares ‘What’s New’ Research At Southern Innovations
The Southeast Produce Council (SEPC) released its annual “What’s New? 2023″ consumer research in a sold-out educational session at Southern Innovations, held Sept. 14-16 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. Pioneering organizations will provide additional innovation-focused presentations in the “What’s New?” theater on the exhibit floor. “Only one-third of consumers tend to consume fresh […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Lipman Family Farms Shares New Products At SEPC Show
Immokalee, Florida-based Lipman Family Farms plans to showcase two new products Sept. 14-16 at the SEPC’s Southern Innovations Show in Charlotte, North Carolina. Lipman Family Farms has increasingly invested in new technology and innovation, but most importantly in their talent. “I’m committed to tapping into the potential of the people of Lipman and fostering an […]