Rising fuel costs may further drive up inflation

“A big question mark will be gasoline prices, which seem to be rising again and have always had a tremendous negative impact on grocery spending,” says 210 Analytics President Anne-Marie Roerink.

September 26 , 2023

Port of Oakland generates nearly 100,000 local jobs 

As the second largest job generator in Oakland and the fifth largest job generator in the region, the Port remains a critical source of economic opportunity and jobs in Northern California. 

September 20 , 2023

Peruvian Agrokasa sells to Grupo HAME

Agrokasa, founded in 1995 and today a leading vertically integrated grower, packer and shipper of avocados, table grapes, blueberries and asparagus, is consistently ranked as one of Peru’s largest produce exporters.

September 11 , 2023

Splendid announces Keitt Kong mango label

Splendid President Daniel Ibarra shares that the launch aligns with “the most exciting moment of the Mexican mango season.” 

August 22 , 2023

Aldi buys Winn-Dixie and Harveys supermarkets

The Southeast-focused acquisition includes approximately 400 supermarkets across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

August 17 , 2023

Dole contributing to Maui fire relief

This week, the Maui fire officially became the deadliest wildfire event in recent U.S. history, with over 96 confirmed deaths.

August 15 , 2023

Fresh Del Monte partners to expand cold storage

Additionally, the alliance is set to expand Del Monte’s capacity for consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands within Flowspace’s existing network.

August 10 , 2023

Recyclable food tray solution brings sustainability to retail

The new, skinnier trays are made from PET, which is the same material used for plastic water bottles.

August 07 , 2023

Lunchables teams with Fresh del Monte for new product

The companies indicate that the new product will deliver a convenient solution to power kids throughout the day, while getting them accustomed to eating fruits, through a familiar product.

August 02 , 2023

U.S. Specialty Crop coalition endorses bipartisan legislation addressing 2023 farm bill

Specialty crop production, including fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, nursery and greenhouse commodities, accounts for $64.7 billion in farm gate value.

July 26 , 2023