Why Lunar New Year is a two-week sales surge for US produce retailers

Retailers should merchandise the holiday as a department-wide cooking occasion, not just a single secondary display, advises Robert Schueller of Melissa’s Produce.

February 13 , 2026

Kapi Kapi expands business development team with Lawrence Danielka

February 12 , 2026

Mission Produce introduces display-ready lidded mango carton to support retail merchandising and category growth

February 12 , 2026

Citrus greening confirmed for the first time in Arizona, Nogales area quarantined

The APHIS-established quarantine radius covers approximately nine square miles, but no commercial citrus groves are affected.

February 11 , 2026

Eosta reveals organic raingrown initiative saved over 422 million gallons of water in 2025

The company calculated that 369 million gallons were saved in avocados alone, making the crop the largest contributor by far.

February 11 , 2026

Murcia to host the XI International Table Grape Symposium with a strong technical and commercial focus

February 10 , 2026

Peru will host the 2027 edition of the IBO Summit

The decision was confirmed following a formal selection process among IBO member countries and reflects the Andean country's growing influence and relevance within the global sector. 

February 10 , 2026

Allergy-friendly apple POMPUR and agricultural spraying L50 Drone win Innovation Award at Fruit Logistica 2026 

The winners reigned among a total of five other innovative products chosen by an independent expert jury in two categories: Fresh Produce and Technology. 

February 10 , 2026

Sorma Group introduces mono-material net packaging for easier plastic recycling

February 09 , 2026

Del Monte Foods continues asset liquidation as part of Chapter 11 process: three new sales announced

Court approves asset purchase agreements across all of the company's business segments, including vegetable, fruit, tomato, and broth and stock businesses.

February 09 , 2026