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Desert ice slowing lettuce harvests

- General News
Markon Cooperative released this crop update December 13, 2022.

Publix plans a fourth Kentucky location

- Retail
Publix Super Markets announced today it has acquired property for a fourth store in Kentucky.

Fox Logistics names new president

- General News
Fox Logistics, the asset-based third-party logistics provider (3PL) that provides freight services to middle-market enterprise, retail and manufacturing companies, today announced the appointment of Kyle Mlakar as the company’s new president.

Bonduelle Fresh Americas becomes certified B corporation

- General News
Today, Bonduelle Fresh Americas, the U.S. business unit of Bonduelle Group and home of Ready Pac Bistro, announced it is now a Certified B Corporation, leading the fresh salad produce industry in the global movement for an inclusive, equitable and regenerative economy.

Oppy bringing lemon plum to North America in February

- General News
An eruption of color will arrive in the first few weeks of 2023 with lemon plums brought to market by the leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the world for the tenth season.

The Future of Farming: Seasonal vs. permanent workers

- Produce Blueprints
As a rule, labor shortages are more acute for seasonal workers than for permanent ones.

Store check: Amazon Fresh, Bloomingdale, IL

- General News
I've been curious about using the latest iteration of Just Walk Out technology as I'm sure it's changed quite a bit since I first tested it at Amazon Go in Seattle.

4Earth Farms forms partnership with Titan Farms

- General News
Titan Farms and 4Earth have joined forces with a shared vision to develop South Carolina as a strategic hub for the North American produce industry and promote farming and supply in the Southeast.

Don Christopher, garlic industry leader, has died

- General News
Don Christopher's legacy meant so much more than just garlic, it meant a commitment to local education and bettering the lives of so many in Gilroy, the Garlic Capital of the World.

Vegetable prices up 43 percent in November

- Analysis
The biggest news in the industry this fall is the staggering price hike in vegetables that was recorded in November.