Post Archive
Opinion: As Lidl breaks all records, critics lack historical knowledge
Lidl's consumer visit figures as a new entrant in the U.S. market are "nothing short of spectacular", says Jim Prevor.
October 20 , 2017
"Incredibly strong" U.S. table grape market expected during SH supply transition
"I see the transition as being the exact polar opposite of last season," Capespan North America CEO Mark Greenberg said.
October 20 , 2017
Produce industry must capitalize on plant-based diet trends, says PMA chief
While fruits and vegetables are "white hot" in culture right now, PMA CEO Cathy Burns says the industry needs to "reframe, repackage and reposition".
October 19 , 2017
U.S.: West Pak Avocado launches new campaign
The launch comes as the company's two co-founders prepare to retire.
October 19 , 2017
Scientists to develop first strawberry varieties for U.S. organic production
The research project has received strong support from Driscoll’s and High Mowing Organic Seeds.
October 19 , 2017
Chile forecasts slight drop in fresh blueberry exports despite production rise
An industry representative expects a better season than last year largely due to a return to more normal harvest timings.
October 19 , 2017
Pacific Trellis Fruit partners with Brazil's largest grape grower
The company says its program provides retailers the opportunity to continue the new variety offerings as the California crop winds down.
October 19 , 2017
Argentina to send more blueberries via sea freight
The industry is making "production, logistic and commercial changes" this season to help avoid a repeat of last year's poor market prices.
October 19 , 2017
U.K.: Tesco to sell green soft citrus in fight against food waste
The move has been prompted by recent higher early season temperatures in Spain which have slowed down the coloring process.
October 19 , 2017
Produce procurement insights from Albert Heijn/Ahold Delhaize
"Our growth is mainly driven by the innovation power that we have," says Michiel van Zanten in this in-depth Perishable Pundit Q&A.
October 18 , 2017
