Focus on Fresh
Fresh from the field to the shelf: produce and fresh news for grocery retailers, from growers and category trends to the packaging, supply chain and merchandising stories behind the produce department.
Aldi Begins Automated Fresh Produce Handling At 1.3M-Square-Foot UK Distribution Center
The German discount grocer has started moving fruit and vegetables through its Cimcorp-automated Bardon facility.
Produce Playbook To Help Drive Traffic, Build Baskets, Simplify Fall Shopping
Fall produce merchandising tips to drive traffic and build baskets, from apples and cranberries to winter squash, root vegetables and signage.
IFPA Previews Global Show: Trust, AI, First Midweek Schedule
This year's show runs Oct. 14-16, Wednesday through Friday, a change based on member feedback.
Foundation For Fresh Produce Taps Dietitians To Drive Demand
FFP is executing an integrated consumer and influencer content strategy on the industry's behalf.
SEPC Study Identifies 4 Forces Reshaping Produce Purchases
Study author Anne-Marie Roerink of 210 Analytics presented the findings, which included the impacts of GLP-1 medications.
More Fresh News
The Fresh Market Voted Best Grocery Store In USA Today 10Best
The North Carolina-based specialty grocer repeated its five-category sweep from last year.
Sun World Marks 50 Years, Honors Marguleas With UC Davis Fund
The celebration also included the dedication of the David Marguleas Tasting Room at the Sun World Center for Innovation.
Crawford Packaging Opens Its First U.S. Facility In Central FL
The Canadian company said the location supports its growing produce packaging business and provides enhanced service to an important agricultural region.
Organic CEA-Grown Basil Arrives At ShopRites Ahead Of Labor Day
The basil is produced in accordance with USDA National Organic Program standards and independently verified.
Avocados From Peru, Meijer, Colts Team Up On Football Sweepstakes
Indiana consumers have historically seen relatively few avocado promotions, according to Xavier Equihua, president and CEO of Avocados From Peru.
Hannaford Brings Back In-Store Farm Stands For Fall Harvest
Found in Hannaford stores every fall, the in-store markets present fresh, seasonal foods shoppers value, the chain says.
Buche Foods First In SD To Offer Double Up Food Bucks
RF Buche, president and CEO of G.F. Buche Co., praised the program, saying, "We know every grocery dollar matters."
Produce Expert Joe Watson, VP Of IFDA, Dies
He was known for his relationships across the trade and his regular analysis of fresh produce sales data and consumer trends, IFPA…
NC Sweetpotatoes In The Running For Coolest Thing Made In NC
North Carolina sweetpotatoes are officially in the running to be named one of the coolest things made in North Carolina. The North…