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Wholesalers & Distributors

UNFI expands its Wild Harvest private-label organic produce line

 By Diane Adam on Jan. 27, 2023

The expansion will include over 40 new products, as shoppers are increasingly seeking out store brands amid high inflation.

Fresh Food

Sprouts launches program to ‘rescue’ less-than-perfect produce

 By Heather Lalley on Jan. 25, 2023

The grocer’s new Rescued Organics program aims to reduce food waste and support farmers by selling imperfect fruits and vegetables at a discount.

Fresh Food

Kroger-Albertsons merger gets thumbs-down from produce trade groups

By Russell Redman on Jan. 13, 2023

FTC urged to nix mega-deal due to potential impact on farmers, consumers and the food supply chain.

Retailers

Lidl US unveils its new private-label produce line, Peak Harvest

By Diane Adam on Jan. 05, 2023

As part of its new product launch, Lidl has partnered with the Children’s Miracle Network and will donate 1% of Peak Harvest retail sales this month, up to $250,000.

Wholesalers & Distributors

UNFI brings indoor farming to its distribution centers

By Diane Adam on Nov. 11, 2022

The distributor and vertical farming company Square Roots entered a new agreement to add Square Roots' indoor farms on-site at select UNFI distribution centers.

Fresh Food

Pre-cut produce sales are booming. Here’s what’s new.

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 06, 2022

Fruit and vegetable producers showed off the latest innovations in value-added produce during the recent Global Produce & Floral Show in Orlando.

Fresh Food

Consumer trends, inflation and TikTok star at this year's global produce show

By Diane Adam on Oct. 27, 2022

The first major event from the newly created International Fresh Produce Association drew thousands of retailers and suppliers to Orlando this week.

Fresh Food

Say ‘bye’ to plastic produce bags in California

By Heather Lalley on Oct. 07, 2022

The state recently outlawed pre-checkout bags, with a law that takes effect in 2025. After that, grocers must offer paper or other compostable bags to shoppers for produce, meat and other in-store items.

Industry Partners

Registration Open for International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show

By Kristina Hurtig on Jun. 15, 2022

The event, which takes place Oct. 27-29 in Orlando, will include a State of the Industry address from association CEO Cathy Burns.

CPG

Americans Think Fresh Produce is Essential—But Don't Think Their Peers Recognize That

By Jeniece Drake on Jun. 03, 2022

Most U.S. adults believe fruits and vegetables are a good choice for health and the environment but believe the general public doesn't recognize all of produce's benefits, a Dole survey finds.

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