Feb 5, 2025 · Features. Where PASSION becomes action. Everyone in the produce industry has a story to tell — a story of beginnings, or detours, or family, or growth.

Editorial is focused on the purchasing, marketing, merchandising and management interests of the fresh produce industry. Our features bring profit opportunities into focus and include original research and analysis of industry data, special merchandising reports, tracking and review of trade and consumer trends, retail and foodservice case histories as …

1 day ago · In this article: As wholesalers, the duty to feed people compels them to provide the freshest quality produce, despite navigating a challenging landscape of rising costs due to labor shortages, inflation, and extreme weather events affecting crop yields.Consumers, while willing to pay for quality, face tightening disposable incomes, leading to cautious spending.

“Since 1985, PRODUCE BUSINESS is the only national and international publication devoted to the buying end of the fruit, vegetable and floral markets.

6 days ago · In this article: The produce business is a vital industry connecting farmers, distributors, retailers, and consumers to ensure the availability of fresh fruits and vegetables year-round.Driven by seasonality and consumer demand for sustainable options, key players include growers, wholesalers, and foodservice providers who streamline the movement of products.

“Since 1985, PRODUCE BUSINESS is the only national and international publication devoted to the buying end of the fruit, vegetable and floral markets.

In this article: The food industry is experiencing significant change, particularly in the produce department, as highlighted by FMI’s 2023 Power of Produce report. Consumers are blending convenience with creativity, often enhancing takeout meals with fresh produce.

In this article: In the January 2024 issue of Produce Business, it is highlighted that global demand for fresh fruits and vegetables leads wholesalers like A&J Produce Corp. to maintain constant contact with growers. During winter, key produce includes California citrus, cherries imported from Chile, and broccoli sourced from Mexico.Consumers increasingly seek variety, prompting wholesalers to ...

Jul 17, 2024 · In this article: Produce brands must navigate the dynamics between planned purchases and impulse shopping amidst ongoing economic challenges and inflation. A study by Provoke Insights highlights that while 85% of shoppers notice price increases, only 15% buy produce impulsively. Most consumers prioritize their usual items, emphasizing the need for supermarkets to enhance visibility of pre-cut ...

May 25, 2023 · Inflation hit consumers hard in 2022, with year-over-year prices across total food and beverages growing a sky-high 12.5% by end of year. But, when it comes to produce, consumers have not responded based on price-impact alone.