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Fresh Thyme deli sales rose significantly after production planning moved off paper and onto Afresh's AI platform, and t...
09/10/2026

Fresh Thyme deli sales rose significantly after production planning moved off paper and onto Afresh's AI platform, and the grocer is now expanding that platform across produce, deli, meat and bakery.

By adapting to a three-week accelerated harvest timeline through high-impact branding, robust postharvest protocols and ...
09/10/2026

By adapting to a three-week accelerated harvest timeline through high-impact branding, robust postharvest protocols and strategic merchandising, California table grape shippers are positioning domestic supply to lead autumn produce sets.

Emiliano Escobedo, executive director of the Hass Avocado Board, discusses the launch of a dedicated avocado conference ...
09/09/2026

Emiliano Escobedo, executive director of the Hass Avocado Board, discusses the launch of a dedicated avocado conference set for Nov. 18-20 in San Diego.

The global fruit breeding and genetics company has named Fiachra Moloney to the newly created role of director of growth...
09/09/2026

The global fruit breeding and genetics company has named Fiachra Moloney to the newly created role of director of growth and market development, while fresh produce industry veteran Jennifer Sanchez joins as chief marketing officer.

When Vidalia season ends in early September, growers of Peruvian sweet onions step in to keep store shelves stocked, cre...
09/09/2026

When Vidalia season ends in early September, growers of Peruvian sweet onions step in to keep store shelves stocked, creating consistency that helps to build consumer recognition and brand loyalty year-round.

A multigenerational leadership team has partnered with the company to connect regional apple growers with growing nation...
09/08/2026

A multigenerational leadership team has partnered with the company to connect regional apple growers with growing national retail demand.

09/08/2026

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The recent cyclospora outbreak in fresh lettuce didn't just hurt produce sales — it crippled overall grocery foot traffi...
09/08/2026

The recent cyclospora outbreak in fresh lettuce didn't just hurt produce sales — it crippled overall grocery foot traffic and retail spend across the store. Circana’s Jonna Parker unpacks the road to recovery.

As shipping costs double, food recovery groups in California and Massachusetts have adapted daily routes to deliver fres...
09/05/2026

As shipping costs double, food recovery groups in California and Massachusetts have adapted daily routes to deliver fresh produce amid rising demand.

Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson says the Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act faces a post-election delay until November, but g...
09/05/2026

Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson says the Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act faces a post-election delay until November, but growers can force a vote during the lame-duck session by demanding H-2A updates with a united voice.

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